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<\/p>\nA DERMATOLOGIST has revealed her anti-aging secret has been used in Japan for centuries.<\/p>\n
But you could ditch shop-bought products that use it and opt for the DIY approach, she said.<\/p>\n
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It was practically free and just required some extra preparation time.<\/p>\n
But, said Dr. Mamima Turegano MD (@dr.mamina), that method should be approached with caution.<\/p>\n
This skincare doctor has 1.1 million followers on her TikTok.<\/p>\n
In this post, she was letting viewers into the secret of her age-defying potion.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhen it comes to skincare the Japanese have traditionally used various types of ingredients that have gained popularity in skincare routines today," she said.<\/p>\n
One of these was surprising but figured it was effective.<\/p>\n
\u201cRice water is an extremely beneficial ingredient used in Japan for centuries," she wrote.<\/p>\n
Rice water is a waste product when you cook rice.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n It was very good for the complexion and had "skin brightening and anti-aging properties," she said.<\/p>\n But the secret was already out.<\/p>\n \u201cToday you\u2019ll see rice water in various products," she said and revealed one she particularly liked.<\/p>\n \u201cOne of my favorites actually is the SK2 Facial Treatment Essence.\u201d<\/p>\n But it didn't come cheap with a price ticket of $99 from SK-II.<\/p>\n \u201cIt contains enzymes, amino acids, and vitamins that can help improve skin texture," she said. <\/p>\n There was more it could do too: "It promotes a more even complexion and enhances the skin\u2019s natural radiance."<\/p>\n You could make this stuff yourself though.<\/p>\n \u201cYou can take a DIY approach if you prefer. It\u2019s not something I always recommend but if you do decide to take this route it is essential to do so responsibly.\u201d<\/p>\n Quench, a beauty blogger has shown just how to do it sensibly.<\/p>\n Using readily-prepared rice water, she started her beauty routine.<\/p>\n "Dip a cotton ball in rice water and apply it directly on your face. Gently pat it all over your skin, and allow the water to be fully absorbed into the skin. <\/p>\n "Let it sit for half an hour and then wash off with lukewarm water."<\/p>\n She also suggested adding it to your moisturizers.<\/p>\n "Rice water being super-versatile can be mixed with other skincare products easily.<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/www.thesun.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/TM-Matthew-House_COMP-1.jpg\")
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