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Brightening · Antioxidant · Soothing

Rice Bran Extract

Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract · Rice Extract · Oryza Sativa Bran

A traditional grain-derived extract used for soft brightness and skin comfort.

Good for

  • Dry
  • Normal
  • Combination
  • Sensitive

Targets

  • Dullness
  • Dryness
  • Hyperpigmentation
  • Barrier

What it is

Rice bran extract comes from the outer layer of rice grain. Rice water and rice extract have a long place in East Asian beauty routines, and modern K-beauty uses them in cleansers, toners, masks, and creams.

What it does

It supports a softer, more luminous look rather than dramatic pigment fading. Its appeal is gentle radiance: skin looks less dull, more comfortable, and a little more polished over time.

How to use it

Use it in a daily toner, essence, or cream. It pairs well with niacinamide, panthenol, glycerin, and sunscreen in routines focused on glow.

Good to know

Generally gentle. If a rice product is irritating, check whether it also contains exfoliating acids, fragrance, or alcohol.

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