Skin loses collagen at a rate of roughly 1 % per year after our mid-20s, leading to wrinkles, dullness and sagging. Rice water has long been used across Asia to soothe and strengthen skin; flaxseed is rich in omega-3 fatty acids that reinforce the barrier and smooth texture; and clove contains eugenol, an antioxidant that enhances circulation and visibly tightens skin. Blending these three with soothing aloe, protective vitamin E and deep-hydrating humectants lets you whip up a salon-worthy “collagen gel” in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients Required
(Makes ~150 ml; enough for 3–4 weeks of nightly use)
2 tbsp white rice—short- or medium-grain
1 tbsp whole flaxseeds
10–12 whole cloves
2 tbsp fresh aloe-vera gel
1 vitamin E capsule (400 IU)
2 tbsp rose water
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1 tsp vegetable glycerin
Optional: 2 drops lavender essential oil for a relaxing scent
Procedure
Prep rice water: Rinse the rice well. Simmer in 250 ml water for 10 minutes, then strain; reserve the slightly milky liquid rich in skin-loving inositol.
Make flax–clove gel: Add 200 ml fresh water, flaxseeds and cloves to a pan. Boil on low for 8–10 minutes until the liquid thickens and forms translucent strings. Strain through a muslin cloth, pressing to extract the gel.
Combine bases: While the gel is still warm, whisk in the rice water until fully blended. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
Boost & preserve: Stir in aloe-vera gel, glycerin, rose water and the contents of the vitamin E capsule. Add essential oil if using. Mix until silky.
Store: Transfer to a sterilised glass jar; keep refrigerated. The gel stays fresh for up to four weeks thanks to clove’s natural antimicrobial properties.
Instructions for Use
Patch test on the inner arm 24 hours before first use.
Nightly ritual: After cleansing, apply a pea-sized amount to face and neck. Massage upward for 1–2 minutes to boost micro-circulation.
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Layer wisely: Let the gel absorb for five minutes. Follow with your usual moisturiser or facial oil if needed.
Weekly mask: For an intensive treatment, apply a thick layer, leave for 20 minutes, then rinse with cool water.
Shelf-life tips: Always use a clean spatula and discard if the scent or colour changes.
Benefits of the DIY Collagen Gel
1. Collagen Support & Wrinkle-Smoothing
Rice peptides encourage natural collagen synthesis and improve suppleness.
Aloe sterols increase collagen density and soften wrinkle depth over time.
Flaxseed lignans defend against free radicals and enhance elasticity.
2. Deep Hydration & Barrier Repair
Glycerin draws and locks moisture into the skin for lasting hydration.
Rose water calms irritation and balances pH, letting humectants work even better.
3. Antioxidant & Anti-Inflammatory Shield
Clove eugenol neutralises oxidative stress that accelerates ageing.
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Vitamin E protects cell membranes and boosts resistance to sun damage.
Flaxseed omega-3s soothe inflammation and support healthy barrier function.
4. Brightening & Even Tone
Rice water’s natural niacinamide gently fades hyper-pigmentation, giving a luminous glow, while rose water subtly tones and refreshes dull skin.
5. Cost-Effective, Clean & Customisable
All six core ingredients are inexpensive, food-grade and widely available in Indian grocery stores or pharmacies. You avoid synthetic fragrances or silicones found in many commercial collagen creams, and can tweak viscosity (add more rice water) or scent (swap essential oils) with ease.
Whip up this Rice-Flaxseed-Clove Collagen Gel once a month, and let its nutrient-rich matrix erase wrinkles, drench skin in hydration and restore that youthful “glass” glow—naturally and affordably.
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