Follow me as I embark on my natural hair-growth journey, recently transitioning from dreadlocks. I had been using fermented rice water and castor oil to help grow my locs faster, but since I combed them out, I am going to continue doing the occasional rinse. I’m still new to the rice water, but I can genuinely recommend using Jamaican black castor oil for faster hair growth.
Now that I don’t have dreads anymore, I lost some of my hair length, which is as a result of shrinkage. I’m going to start back using rice water to rinse my hair more consistently than before and see if it will increase hair growth.
You can buy rice water and use it to grow your hair or make it from scratch at home. Fermented rice water my have a not so pleasant smell, but you can fix that problem with a few drops of lavender oil, lemon oil, or any other type of essential oils of your choice.
When you use fermented rice water, it can make your hair feel dry, that’s why it’s recommended that you use moisturizers to bring back the softness and sheen to your natural hair. I love to use Aloe Vera as a natural moisturizer, and it also helps to keep your scalp and hair healthy and strong.
Castor Oil in Addition to Rice Water for Fast Natural Hair Growth
In addition to using rice water to grow your hair faster, you can combine virgin coconut oil and organic castor oil, preferably Jamaican Black Castor Oil, to treat your scalp and improve the fullness of your hair. Castor oil is a great natural remedy for thin lifeless hair.
My Way of Making Fermented Rice Water
I decided to make my own rice water at home. I don’t use that much rice because now is not the time to waste food. I wash the rice first to remove debris that usually will float to the top. Then I put the rice in a glass bottle and add some water, (I use distilled water) and then add a few pieces of orange peel to it, then close the bottle tightly. I then put the glass bottle in the cupboard, since it’s dark.
If I plan on washing my hair the next day, after 24 hours, I’ll use the water, but if not, I’ll put it in the fridge. I was pleasantly surprised by the nice smell of the rice water because I put the orange peel in it. You can try putting your own scents such as peppermint oil or any other oils.
How I Use Fermented Rice Water to Grow My Hair
The way I use my homemade rice fermented rice water is, I pour it in an applicator bottle, then part my hair in large sections, and then apply the water to it. I massage the rice water into my hair and scalp, then place a steam cap over my hair and leave it for a few hours while I do my household chores.
I wash my hair afterwards, apply the conditioner, put back on my steam cap for 15-20 minutes, and then rinse. I also like to apply Aloe Vera gel to my damp hair, as it makes my hair soft, silky, and easy to manage.