How To Use Rice Water To Brighten Dark Skin Spots?

By Yashika Goel
01 May 2025, 15:30 IST

Do you naturally want to whiten your skin? Rice water has been a secret ingredient used in Indian skincare for centuries. It is rich in antioxidants, which helps brighten the skin and provides a natural glow. Tap to read how to use rice water to treat dark skin spots!

Why Rice Water for Skin?

Rice water contains anti-ageing and whitening properties. It is rich in antioxidants that help nourish your skin and promote naturally glowing skin.

Ingredients

You need two cups of rice, two cups of water, a teaspoon of honey, and one tablespoon of aloe vera gel.

Soak and Ferment

Soak the rice for 20-30 minutes. Drain the water and cover the water with a muslin cloth for 48 hours. This will ferment the rice water.

How to prepare?

Combine rice water with honey and aloe vera gel and add it to a mixer. Blend the mixture until smooth.

How to use?

Dip a cotton pad and gently dab it on your face or neck. Leave it for 15-20 minutes and rinse with lukewarm water. You can also dip a sheet mask in this and apply it for 20 minutes.

When to apply?

Use this 2-3 times a week to reduce dark skin spots, lines and wrinkles. It helps improve skin elasticity.

Information credits

A study by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) shows that fermented rice water contains antioxidants that help brighten the skin. However, it is always advisable to do a patch test before applying it directly to your face.