Black Rice Extract
Black rice extract is a nutrient-rich botanical ingredient derived from the bran layer of black rice. Packed with anthocyanins and antioxidants, it is increasingly used in UK skincare and haircare to help protect against environmental damage and support a healthy-looking complexion and lustrous hair.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, black rice extract functions primarily as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning agent. Its natural anthocyanin content helps neutralise free radicals generated by UV exposure and pollution, while its mild humectant properties assist with moisture retention. The extract is also valued for its ability to support the skin’s natural barrier and impart a subtle brightening effect, making it a popular addition to serums, creams, masks and hair treatments.
Key benefits
- Helps shield skin from environmental stressors
- Supports a brighter, more even-looking complexion
- Provides antioxidant protection against free radicals
- Helps maintain skin hydration and barrier function
- Promotes healthier-looking, shinier hair
- Soothes and conditions sensitive or stressed skin
Best for
dry skin, mature skin, dull skin, sensitive skin, uneven skin tone
Where it comes from
Black rice extract is obtained from the outer bran layer of Oryza sativa, commonly known as black rice or forbidden rice. This naturally pigmented grain has been cultivated for centuries in Asia and is valued for its high concentration of anthocyanin pigments.
Products with Black Rice Extract
Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Black Rice Extract than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.
- Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Deep Cleansing Oil 150ml Haruharu Wonder
- Haruharu Wonder Black Rice Moisture 5.5 Soft Cleansing Gel 100ml Haruharu Wonder