Natural care that has fascinated Asian women for centuries – and now us too! Discover a miracle DIY spray that will restore shine, strength and length to your hair without a drop of chemistry. Dry, brittle, unruly hair that tangles just by looking at it? Fortunately, there is a solution that is neither an expensive salon nor a miracle serum from influencer posts. But – surprisingly – rice. Yes, that boring, white, boiled rice from the pantry. Properly prepared and used as a hair spray, it can become your new most powerful weapon in the fight against bad hair energy.
This ancient beauty practice from the East Asia – mainly from China, Japan and Vietnam – has returned to the global radar in recent years and literally blew up TikTok. Why? Because it works. Rice water is full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that not only give your hair shine, but also strengthen it from root to tip. And all without unnecessary additives, preservatives or 40-letter chemicals that you can't even pronounce.
What is rice water and why does it work?
When rice When soaked in water, it begins to release starch, B vitamins, vitamin E, amino acids, and minerals such as magnesium, iron, and zinc. This nutrient bomb stimulates microcirculation in the scalp, promotes hair growth, balances the natural pH, and even soothes irritated skin. All of this, when used regularly, helps to:
- less hair breakage,
- easier combing,
- healthier hair growth,
- increased flexibility and elasticity.
Rice water also works as a natural protein treatment – due to its inositol content, a sugar alcohol that penetrates the hair fiber and repairs damage from the inside out. Professional results without the professional price? Yes, please.
How to prepare rice water for hair: a detailed guide
1. Ingredients:
- ½ cup uncooked white or brown rice
- 2 cups of water
- optional: a few drops of lavender or rosemary essential oil for a more pleasant scent
2. Procedure:
- Rinse the rice with water to remove dirt and excess starch.
- Pour the washed rice with 2 cups of water and let it stand for at least 1 hourEven better – overnight.
- Strain the liquid into a spray bottle.
- (Optional, for advanced users): Let the water ferment at room temperature 24–48 hours for extra strength and better nutrient absorption.
Usage: as simple as spraying flowers
- Before washing your hair Spray rice water directly onto the scalp and hair lengths.
- Let it work. 20–30 minutesIn the meantime, you can take the time to give yourself a mini scalp massage – it's not mandatory, but it's highly recommended.
- Then wash your hair as usual.
Use 1-2 times a week. Too much protein can dry out your hair, so listen to your hair – like you listen to Netflix when it suggests a series that’s “just right for you.”
Rice Water: A Few More Scientific Facts (To Convince Even Skeptics)
- Studies have shown that inositol (the main ingredient in fermented rice water) reduces friction on the hair surface and improves elasticity.
- Vitamin B8, also known as biotin, has been shown to promote hair growth and strengthen hair roots.
- Fermentation increases the concentration of antioxidants and lowers the pH of the liquid, which more closely matches the natural pH of the scalp.
Conclusion: a natural beauty ritual that costs you nothing (except a little patience)
Rice water is one of those rare beauty tricks that actually lives up to its hype. No chemicals, no drama—just the pure power of nature wrapped in a minimalist routine that you can remember in three steps. If Japanese empresses used it, you can too.
And hey, if nothing else, your rice will become a star at least once in your life.
