Brilio.net - The appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin is one of the natural signs of the aging process. This happens because over time, the skin loses its elasticity. Not only age factors, some habits such as dehydration, smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and pregnancy also trigger sagging skin.
Environmental factors also play a role, such as excessive exposure to sunlight, pollution, or chemicals from skincare products. In addition, unhealthy lifestyles often accelerate the appearance of these signs of aging. Those who often work outdoors and are exposed to direct sunlight need more attention in maintaining healthy skin.
To prevent sagging facial skin, consistent care is needed using skincare products with anti-aging content, including sunscreen. Quitting smoking, reducing alcohol consumption, and living a healthy lifestyle are also important steps. In addition, a diet rich in balanced nutrition can help maintain skin firmness while slowing down signs of aging.
Natural ingredients can also be used as an alternative skin care that is no less effective than commercial skincare products. One simple way that can be tried is to use rice water as a facial serum, as shared in a video by the TikTok account @hijama_therapy_clinic on May 28, 2023. In addition to rice, she also added other ingredients, namely glycerin, aloe vera gel, and vitamin E.
"Rice Water Face Serum For Glowing Skin, Get youthful Glow Naturally," he wrote as a caption for the video, which briliobeauty.net quoted from the TikTok account @hijama_therapy_clinic, Friday (20/12).
photo: TikTok/@hijama_therapy_clinic
With just the ingredients mentioned above, you can make a facial serum formulated to tighten the face. Let's see how to make it.
Material:
- 2 teaspoons of rice
- Enough water
- 1 teaspoon glycerin
- 1 teaspoon aloe vera gel
- 2 capsules of vitamin E
photo: TikTok/@hijama_therapy_clinic
How to make:
1. Wash the rice until clean
2. Soak the rice for 4 hours using a little water.
3. Take 2 teaspoons of rice soaking water and pour it into a container.
4. Add aloe vera, glycerin, and vitamin E.
5. Stir the ingredients until evenly mixed.
6. Transfer to a special serum container to make storage and application easier.
7. Apply to a thoroughly cleansed face.
8. Use this serum regularly twice a day in the morning and at night before going to bed.
Benefits of rice water for skin.
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Rice water contains gamma-oryzanol, which is known to protect the skin from damage caused by UV rays. In addition, the antioxidants in rice water play a role in inhibiting the activity of elastase, an enzyme that destroys elastin, thus helping to maintain skin elasticity. The vitamin E content in rice water can also stimulate collagen formation, making the skin firmer and looking younger.
Glycerin to improve skin function.
Glycerin is an ingredient that helps the skin retain its natural moisture. This content works by supporting the regeneration of skin cells from the deepest layers to the surface, creating a natural barrier that makes the skin look brighter and smoother.
Aloe vera gel for skin nutrition and hydration.
Aloe vera contains vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants that are useful for keeping the skin hydrated and nourished. Contents such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta carotene in it help tighten the skin and increase elasticity.
Vitamin E for firmer skin.
Vitamin E, which is rich in antioxidants, helps improve skin texture, reduce hyperpigmentation, and reduce signs of aging. The antioxidants in this vitamin also improve blood circulation , giving the effect of firmer, healthier, and radiant skin.
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