Rice Extract
Rice Extract is a gentle, natural ingredient derived from rice that has become a staple in skincare and haircare. It is loved for its soothing, brightening and moisturising properties, making it suitable for even the most sensitive skin. You’ll often find it in Japanese-inspired beauty products, sheet masks, cleansers and creams.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, rice extract functions as a skin-conditioning agent, antioxidant and mild exfoliant. It contains a rich blend of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and ferulic acid that help to protect the skin from environmental stressors while supporting the skin’s natural moisture barrier. Its starch content provides a soft-focus effect, helping to even the appearance of skin tone and impart a silky, powdery finish to formulations.
Key benefits
- Helps brighten and even skin tone
- Provides lightweight hydration
- Soothes sensitive or irritated skin
- Offers antioxidant protection
- Improves skin softness and smoothness
- Gives a natural soft-focus finish
Best for
sensitive skin, dry skin, dull skin, mature skin, uneven skin tone
Where it comes from
Rice Extract is obtained from the seeds of the rice plant (Oryza sativa), a cereal grain that has been cultivated for thousands of years across Asia. The extract is typically taken from the whole grain, bran or germ and processed to concentrate its beneficial compounds for use in beauty formulas.
Products with Rice Extract
Not every product on UK Lips lists a full ingredient breakdown — so there may be many more formulas that contain Rice Extract than we can show here. These are the comparisons where we’ve confirmed it in the listed ingredients.
- Beauty Of Joseon Glow Replenishing Rice Milk Toner 150ml Beauty Of Joseon
- TIRTIR Milk Skin Toner 50ml TIRTIR