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Rice Water for 4C Hair Growth: Does It Work?

Rice is a sweet and popular food, it is so versatile it can be used for other things aside from eating. It may even offer benefits for your hair. Rice water is popularly used for hair growth. People with curly hair and natural 4c say rice makes their hair longer and healthier. It is true that rice is used to enhance hair growth, but what exactly does it do and how do you apply it. Why is rice referred to as a phenomenal hair care product?

Benefits of Rice Water for Hair Growth

Using rice water on hair started in the Heian period (794 to 1185) of Japan. Also, the women of the Red Yao tribe living in China’s Huangluo Yao Village had long, pleasant 6-foot  known for their long, luscious, 6-foot locks. They had long locks because they regularly washed their hair with fermented rice water. Rice water provides the following benefits;

Promotes hair growth: Rice water contains amino acids that help with hair regrowth. It also contains, vitamins B, C, and E which enhance hair growth.

Protects hair: A Carbohydrate [1] called inositol is found in rice water, it is used to repair damaged hair tissue. Rice contains certain proteins that help to protect the hair from breakage.

Increases shine: Rice water contains amino acids [2] that can increase the amount of hair and make the hair smooth and shiny.

Detangles hair: Rice water can also reduce surface friction, which helps prevent tangling of hair.

Rice water can reduce surface friction and enhance the elasticity of hair when used on the hair. They help to straighten the inner cortex of the hair where protein is and as a result making the hair stronger.

Rice contains amino proteins, B vitamins, antioxidants [3], and minerals. Rice water consists of the starchy substance left behind when rice is soaked or boiled. Rice is has special hair- strengthening properties because it is nutritious. Experts reveal that rice water is important in promoting hair growth. Always conduct a patch test before you use rice water and visit a dermatologist if you have any questions.