Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Water
Aqueous fraction from rice bran extraction; mild humectant. Functional formulation ingredient with no standalone activity on the skin.
Supporting ingredient
It gives a product its texture, stability or shelf life. It has no claimed effect on the skin, so an efficacy tier does not apply. What is known about its safety is below
Tolerability and safety
- Irritation potential
- Low
- Allergen risk
- Low
- Pregnancy
- Safe
About this ingredient
Rice Bran Water (Oryza Sativa Bran Water) is a filtrate after boiling or fermenting rice bran in water. Contains water-soluble components – amino acids, oligopeptides, minerals, low-molecular-weight carbohydrates. Mechanism. Humectant – retains water in the stratum corneum. Amino acids replenish NMF. In fermented form (galactomyces fermented filtrate, SK-II Pitera) has brightening and anti-aging effects. Where applied. Japanese and Korean toners, essences, serums. In Spain found in niche cosmetics, less in mass market. Concentration 5–95% (often as the aqueous base of the formula). Evidence base. Clinical RCTs of fermented rice water (galactomyces) – SK-II studies showed texture improvement and brightening over 12 weeks (Aramaki 2014). For pure unfermented water – the evidence is weaker. CIR confirmed safety. Safety. Hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic. Pregnancy and lactation – topically safe.
Frequently asked questions
Is Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Water safe during pregnancy?
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Water is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
What is Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Water and what does it do in cosmetics?
Aqueous fraction from rice bran extraction; mild humectant.
What's the INCI name for Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Water?
The INCI name is Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Water. It may also appear as: Rice Bran Water.
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Other functional ingredients
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax, Oryza Sativa Starch, Oxidized Polyethylene, Oxidized Starch Acetate, Potassium Chloride, Sucrose Stearate, Calcium Sulfate, Ethylhexylglycerin
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