FSS Rice Water SF

INCI: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Seed Water & Saccharomyces Ferment & Lactobacillus Ferment

Use Levels: 1.0% - 10.0%

Solubility: Water Soluble 

Appearance: Colorless to Yellow, Hazy Liquid

pH (Direct): 5.0 - 8.0

BACKGROUND

The practice of rinsing cereal grains before cooking has captured the attention of consumers as the next hair care craze. One of the first lessons of cooking rice (Oryza sativa), is to rinse the grains thoroughly to remove excess starch. Rather than discarding the cloudy rice water left after rinsing, it can be collected and used for washing the hair. For centuries, women have used this rice water, the original upcycled hair care regime, to promote healthy hair. Today, we offer the FSS Rice Water SF for demonstrated hair hydration and humidity protection.

Rice is a cereal grain derived from wild grasses. Said to be the "grain of life”, rice is a staple food in India, often used in different forms, such as steaming, frying, fermenting, and more. Today, rice production represents much of the world’s cereal production and sustains a multitude of communities daily as a means of nourishment. Humans have depended on rice as a dietary and medicinal staple for thousands of years.

In India, Ayurveda is one of the oldest practices of medicine with emphasis on health and wellness. In regards to Ayurveda, traditionally, there are three Upasthambhas, or sub-pillars of life. One of these pillars, Ahara, or food, is responsible for the physical, temperamental, and mental states of an individual, as these body elements are fueled by the nourishment received from food. According to Ayurveda, rice has been shown to have both nutritional and medicinal properties, contributing to a healthy diet and Mahabhaishajya, known as the great medicine.

Cosmetically speaking, anyone can rinse their rice and collect the popular rice water byproduct at home. However, rice is one of the principal substrates for fermented foods and beverages in India, as fermented rice is the base of many traditional Indian food dishes and drinks. 

The use of fermented rice derivatives in cosmetics allows for the extraction of biomass on a cellular level to incorporate natural, active ingredients with product driving consumer recognition. Rice is rich in starch, amino acids, vitamins, and minerals, making it an excellent addition to any hair care routine. In the case of rice water, many of the nutrients are transferred from the rice to the water. Rather than discarding rice water after rinsing one’s grains, it may sustainably serve a second purpose of bringing forth scalp benefits, hair strengthening, and hair manageability.

SCIENCE

Ancient Indian civilization pioneered the use of fermentation for medicine and the fortification of resources. In India, the fermentation of rice has resulted in a plethora of diversified food and drinks of various tastes and textures. These practices are linked to rural woman following traditional village art techniques, linking today’s modern, fermented rice foods and drinks to Indian heritage.

In cosmetics, the use of fermentation is useful for isolating or creating bioactive minerals that our bodies can easily recognize and therefore process more efficiently. FSS Rice Water SF is created by upcycling the rice water byproduct from the production of our Rice Solution, followed by fermentation with Saccharomyces cerevisiae. The material is then filtered to isolate the nutrient rich rice water. Historically, fermented rice water has been shown to contain starch, Vitamin E, Vitamin B, essential amino acids, and organic acids.

Rice starch is rich in polysaccharides and the carbohydrate inositol, which has been shown to repair and protect damaged hair. Vitamin E, also known as tocopherol, is a potent antioxidant necessary for reducing oxidative stressors, such as harmful UV and pollution, by reducing and neutralizing free radicals that impart ageing effects on the hair. Vitamin B has a role in protein metabolism, which supports healthy hair growth. Similarly, amino acids help the hair lock in moisture to ultimately encourage hair growth, fiber structure reconstruction, and reduce breakage. Amino acids have also been shown to improve combability and impart luster. Various organic acids are known for their ability to repair the surface of hair fibers.

BENEFITS

Rice water has captured the attention of consumers as the next hair care active highlighting the popularity of DIY treatments at home and the importance of eco-conscious beauty where nothing is wasted. Intended to coat the hair in starch for repair and strengthening, rice water is also rich in vitamins and amino acids, however, can realistically be fashioned by anyone at home. By fermenting the rice water we enhanced its benefits of intense hydration and humidity protection. Fermented rice water allows vitamins and amino acids to be more bio-available and easily recognized by the hair, making FSS Rice Water SF a superior choice for capitalizing on the benefits of rice water in hair care formulations.

Storage: Store in a dry place at temperatures between 16 and 32°C. Do not freeze.

Shelf life: 12 months, properly stored, in sealed container. 

This product should be added to a formulation at the recommended usage rated.