DIY Rice Milk Face Cream with Nourishing Rose

October 14, 2021

Rice is a coveted beauty ingredient in traditional Asian beauty rituals and the results really do speak for themself!

According to folklore stories, the women who spent hours working in the rice and paddy fields would always use the leftover water from rinsing the rice to wash their face and even bathe in thanks to its many incredible properties for the skin

Today many skincare products have hopped on the rice milk trend, which really is one we stand behind, but wouldn’t you love to learn how to make your very own rice milk at home? It’s easier than you think and this means you can enjoy the benefits right now! All you really need is rice and water, anything else is a plus.

We have included Rose water in this recipe, not only for its floral and uplifting aroma, but also for its nourishing and antioxidant properties that will leave your skin singing.

Before we dive into the recipe, we wanted to touch on a few of the awesome benefits of Rice milk in your beauty ritual!

Helps to brighten the complexion and fade dark spots and scars
Leaves your skin beautifully soft and glowing
Helps to even out skin tone with regular use
Helps to balance excess oil and prevent blemishes
Adds deep down moisture without clogging your pores
Soothes the skin and reduces inflammation

Let’s dive into the recipe! All you need is rice and beautiful Rose water to whip this one up!

How to make rice milk:

Simply add 4 tablespoons of Jasmine Rice to a bowl and cover with hot water. Allow to soak for 3 hours.
Take your soaked rice, add to the blender and blend until creamy. Strain the milk (rice water) from the rice and add to a pan.
Heat over medium heat until it starts to thicken up nicely.
Pour in a bowl to cool.
The leftover rice can be saved and used as a scrub or a mask.
Once your rice milk is cooled, add 1 teaspoon of our Rose water to it and mix it all together.
Voila! Your cream is ready to apply to cleansed skin. Keep it in the fridge and enjoy the instant cooling and brightening benefits!
This cream can also be applied to your hair as an overnight mask for silky locks!