Rice Bran Oil
Rice bran oil is a lightweight, nourishing oil extracted from the outer layer of rice grains. It is a popular ingredient in UK skincare and haircare for its gentle moisturising properties and high content of antioxidants and essential fatty acids. Shoppers often choose it for its silky feel and suitability for sensitive or dry skin.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, rice bran oil functions as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent that helps to soften and smooth the skin while forming a light protective barrier. Its natural mix of oleic and linoleic acids replenishes lipids in the skin, while the high levels of vitamin E and gamma-oryzanol provide antioxidant protection that helps defend against environmental stressors. It absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy residue, making it an excellent carrier oil in facial serums, moisturisers, cleansing oils and hair treatments.
Key benefits
- Deeply moisturises without greasiness
- Helps strengthen the skin barrier
- Rich in antioxidants to protect against environmental damage
- Calms and soothes sensitive skin
- Conditions and adds shine to hair
- Lightweight texture suitable for daily use
Best for
dry skin, sensitive skin, mature skin, dull skin
Where it comes from
Rice bran oil is obtained from the bran (the outer brown layer) of rice grains, Oryza sativa. It is a by-product of rice milling and is widely cultivated across Asia, with sustainable sources now common in cosmetic-grade production.
Products with Rice Bran Oil
Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Rice Bran Oil than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.
- Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Oil Drops (30ml) Murad
- Dermalogica Precleanse (30ml) Dermalogica
- Milk_shake Active Yogurt Hair Mask 10ml Milk_shake