Fermented rice water
Many studies recommend the use of fermented rice water to make the skin supple and youthful again in the case of melasma patients. The active ingredients in the fermented rice water help in lightening the dark patches on the skin surface, and it is quite an effective remedy for brightening the skin at home. The good thing about rice water is that it almost works with every skin type and for women with every skin tone. You can prepare the rice water by first rinsing the rice with an excess of water to remove any dirt or impurities. Then place the rice for 15 minutes in a bowl of water so that all the vitamins and minerals seep into the water from rice. You can use this rice water to cleanse and lighten the skin by using it twice a day for a few weeks to achieve better results.