BIG JAPANESE RICE GEL RECIPE (Wrinkle-Reducing)

Rice and Aloe Vera Gel (or sometimes Rice and Milk)

These ingredients are renowned in Asian beauty for their anti-aging and skin-brightening properties.

BIG JAPANESE RICE GEL RECIPE (Wrinkle-Reducing)

Ingredients**:

1. 1/2 cup rice (short-grain or sushi rice preferred)
2. 1 cup water
3. 2 tablespoons aloe vera gel (or milk, depending on variation)

Instructions**:

Step 1: Cook the Rice**

• Rinse the rice thoroughly until the water runs clear.
• In a pot, add 1/2 cup of rice to 1 cup of water.
• Cook on medium heat until rice is soft and water becomes starchy.
• Don’t let the water completely evaporate!

Step 2: Extract the Rice Gel**

• Once cooked, strain the rice and keep the starchy rice water.
• Let the rice water cool down slightly.
• It will thicken into a gel-like consistency.

Step 3: Add Aloe Vera or Milk**

• Mix 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel into the warm (not hot) rice gel.
• Alternatively, mix 2 tablespoons of milk if using the milk version.
• Stir well until smooth and creamy.

How to Use**:

• Cleanse your face first.
• Apply the rice-aloe gel evenly as a face mask.
• Leave it on for 15–20 minutes.
• Rinse off with lukewarm water.
• Use 2–3 times a week for best results.

Benefits**:

Ingredient	Benefits
Rice	Brightens skin, fades dark spots, tightens pores, rich in antioxidants
Aloe Vera	Soothes skin, hydrates deeply, reduces fine lines, heals damaged skin
Milk (optional)	Lightens pigmentation, adds a glow, gently exfoliates

Storage**:

• Store any leftover gel in a clean jar in the fridge.
• Use within 3–5 days for freshness.