What is Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract?

Abrasive

Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract is an abrasive that polishes away surface debris.

This ingredient is listed in CosIng, the EU's cosmetic ingredient database. CosIng lists what it's used for as: Abrasive, Absorbent, Bulking, Hair conditioning, Skin conditioning.

CosIng function classes are the EU's standard list of the jobs an ingredient does inside a product, such as moisturizing, emulsifying, or preserving.

Which products feature it?

21 of the 2320 products we've checked feature this as a key ingredient. Products that disclose a concentration or list it near the top of the ingredient list come first.

Showing 1 to 12.

Beauty of Joseon
Glow Replenishing Rice Milk
It's made for less shine and better hydration.
Key: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract (#8 on the ingredient list · 0.1%), Rice Amino Acids, Hyaluronic Acid
Official (Korean)
15 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
less visible pores · less shine · calmer skin · better hydration
Don't count on:
firmer skin
Tests passed:
skin irritation
See each claim
claims, checked
Separated into a moisture layer filled with rice extract and a powder layer for sebum controlplausible, not tested
Moist, soft water essence formula tonerplausible, not tested
Two-phase toner that finishes moist and refreshing without greasinesspartly backed
Helps with sebum absorption and pore care with porous powderpartly backed
Soothes sensitized skin and controls inner dryness, making it moist and smoothpartly backed
Porous powder soothes the skin and helps with sebum absorption, pore care, and skin purificationpartly backed
Refreshing layer-separated toner with a powdery finish without greasinesspartly backed
Low-irritation soothing moisturizing toner that can be used daily even on sensitive skinpartly backed
Sensitive skin irritation test completedpartly backed
Daily moisturizing toner packed with the nutrition of rice wateroverstated
Moisture that firmly fills deep into the skin with rice extractoverstated
Moisturizing sensation that fills deep into the skin with rice extract rich in nutritionoverstated
Helps create clear and vibrant skin with Goami extract containing abundant vitamins and mineralsoverstated
Moisturizing toner that contains the rich nutrition of rice water to help achieve clear skinoverstated
2024 Allure Best of Beauty Award Winner Blind Test 1st Placeno supporting source found
CHUNG MI JUNG
Chungmijung Aloe Ferment Cleansing Milk 200ml
Key: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract (#2 on the ingredient list), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Lactobacillus/Aloe Barbadensis Ferment Filtrate
THANK YOU FARMER
Rice Pure Essential Toner
Key: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract (#2 on the ingredient list), Niacinamide, Centella Asiatica Extract
Olive Young US Official (Korean)
8 claims, summarized
Don't count on:
better hydration
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claims, checked
A high-concentration 2 in 1 clear essential toner containing 100,000ppm of rice from the clean region of Ganghwa Island and Gyodong Island, gently refining skin texture and adding nourishment and clarity.plausible, not tested
Contains 100,000ppm of pollution-free, clean-region Ganghwa Island Gyodong rice extract.plausible, not tested
A 2 in 1 high-concentration toner that delivers rich nourishment.plausible, not tested
→ Toner (wiping toner): removes residual impurities and refines skin texture.plausible, not tested
* Due to the high content of rice extract, it is recommended to shake well before use.plausible, not tested
A high-concentration 2 in 1 clear essential toner containing rice from clean regions, gently refining skin texture and adding nourishment and clarity.plausible, not tested
→ Essence (absorbing toner): provides moisture and regulates the oil-moisture balance.overstated
100% satisfaction with immediate relief of skin tightness after 2 weeks of use.no supporting source found
S.NATURE
Aqua Rice Mildly Acidic Cleansing Foam
Key: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract (#8 on the ingredient list), Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Brand store Official (Korean)
5 claims, summarized
Don't count on:
better hydration · calmer skin
See each claim
claims, checked
Aqua Rice Mildly Acidic Cleansing Foamplausible, not tested
Naturally derived ingredients gently purify the skin, andpartly backed
fill it full of moistureoverstated
Skin soothingno supporting source found
Clean beautynothing specific to check
I'm From
Rice Toner
It's registered in Korea as a functional cosmetic for brightening and wrinkle improvement.
Key: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract (#8 on the ingredient list), Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Niacinamide
Official (Korean)
4 claims, summarized
You can expect:
less visible dark spots · softer-looking fine lines
Tests passed:
dermatologist check · skin irritation
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claims, checked
Whitening. Wrinkle Improvement Dual Functional Cosmeticbacked by evidence
1. Primary skin irritation test completed | Korean Dermatology Research Institute | 20.06.09~20.06.12 | 32 people | Individual differences may existbacked by evidence
[ HOT WATER EXTRACTION ] Brew the effective ingredients of Goami at 90 degrees for 60 minutes to extract Goami's pure fragrance and effective ingredientspartly backed
I'm From Rice Toner contains exceptionally white rice 'Goami extract' to complete a spotless, clear skin condition and smooth skin texture, allowing you to experience a dazzling radiance that wells up luminously.overstated
COSRX
Ultimate Nourishing Rice Overnight Spa Mask
It's made for calmer, clearer-looking skin.
Key: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract (#11 on the ingredient list), Niacinamide 2%
Official (Korean)
3 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
calmer skin · clearer-looking skin
Don't count on:
better hydration · a brighter skin tone
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claims, checked
Niacinamide 2% - Soothes and heals various skin troublesplausible, not tested
Enriched with more than 68.9% of Rice Extract, this mask provides intensive nourishment with deep moisture and brightening.no supporting source found
Rice extract - moist and gentle care for sensitized skinno supporting source found
S.NATURE
Aqua Rice Cleansing Milk
Key: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract (#14 on the ingredient list), Ceramide, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil
Olive Young US Brand store Official (Korean)
1 claim checked
claims, checked
Experience clear and safe moisture care with S.NATURE Aqua Rice Cleansing Milk. A daily cleansing solution that restores the skin's natural balance with naturally derived ingredients.plausible, not tested
THE FACE SHOP
Migamsu Bright Facial Cleansing Foam
Key: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract (#14 on the ingredient list), Myristic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide
1 claim checked
claims, checked
Migamsu Brightno supporting source found
Beauty of Joseon
Relief Sun : Rice + Niacinamide
It's registered in Korea as a functional cosmetic for UV protection.
Key: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract (#15 on the ingredient list), Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Triazone
Official (Korean)
30 claims, summarized
You can expect:
sun protection
Only partly backed:
clearer-looking skin · less shine · better hydration
Don't count on:
calmer skin · better barrier support
Free of:
the ingredients it lists
Tests passed:
non-comedogenic · skin irritation
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claims, checked
UV-blocking functional cosmeticbacked by evidence
As if worn, as if not, natural with no white castplausible, not tested
Soft moisture cream typeplausible, not tested
Without irritation, strong UV protectionpartly backed
Low-irritation organic UV-blocking sun creampartly backed
Non-sticky, moisture-full, and dewypartly backed
Strong UV protection effect confirmed through two clinical trials both domestically and internationallypartly backed
SPF 50+ (52.5 ±5.8)partly backed
PA++++ (16.1 ±2.4)partly backed
SPF 50+ (63.1 ±0.6)partly backed
PA++++ (19.0 ±2.0)partly backed
Even sensitive and acne-prone skin with frequent breakouts can use with peace of mindpartly backed
Acne-prone skin suitability test completedpartly backed
Non-comedogenic formulapartly backed
Sebum level reduced by 39%partly backed
A low-irritation UV blocker comfortable even for sensitive skinpartly backed
Relief Sun Cream that can be used and reapplied daily without worry about skin irritationpartly backed
Sensitive skin irritation test completedpartly backed
Moisture holding that keeps morning-applied moisture from drying out until nightpartly backed
Full of moisture all day! One application and moisture 463% pop!partly backed
Skin irritation reduced by 32%partly backed
Makeup base that clings on without stickiness, sliding, white cast, or irritationpartly backed
Rice extract + Probioticspartly backed
Bright moisture glow without white castpartly backed
Rice fermentation complex full of moisture and nutritionoverstated
The moisture of rice bran water and the nutrition of rice fermentation extract keep skin comfortable and moist all day longoverstated
Soothes irritated skin and protects the skin barrierno supporting source found
Skin absorption UP with a combination of 13 fermented ingredients including nuruk mold, Lactobacillus, and yeastno supporting source found
Contains fermented lysate to soothe skin irritated by external environment and help protect the skin barrierno supporting source found
Oil and moisture balancenothing specific to check
Beauty of Joseon
Ground Rice and Honey Glow Mask
Key: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract (#17 on the ingredient list), Honey 5%, Kaolin
Brand store Official (Korean)
15 claims, summarized
Only partly backed:
a brighter skin tone · less visible pores (amount unknown) · less shine (amount unknown) · a smoother skin texture
Tests passed:
skin irritation
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claims, checked
Clay formula that is smooth and chewy like gelatoplausible, not tested
Satisfaction of the Clear Rice Honey-filled Mask recognized by 350 meticulous Hwahae survey panel memberspartly backed
Moist without tightness, skin tone and texture care at the same timepartly backed
Kaolin helps absorb sebum and cleanse porespartly backed
Honey's rich nutrients provide skin with moisturepartly backed
Dead skin care and texture care in one steppartly backed
Rice bran powder particles gently remove old dead skin and internal impurities, while honey aids skin moisture and soothingpartly backed
Moist and non-tightening sebum and pore carepartly backed
Safe for sensitive skinpartly backed
Sensitive skin irritation test completedpartly backed
With rice extract, cares for skin to be moist and clearoverstated
Active ingredients from makgeolli lees, extracted at high concentration via low-temperature fermentation, work to create clear and lively skinoverstated
Makgeolli lees extract and honey blend for perfect tone and texture careoverstated
2024 Hwahae Beauty Award Wash-off Pack Category 1st Placeno supporting source found
Packed with active ingredients for visibly smoother, more moist skin textureno supporting source found
Plantnara
Plantnara Ppoyan Rice Enzyme Powder Cleanser
Key: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract (#17 on the ingredient list), Papain, Bromelain
Plantnara
Plump Rice Vital Tone-up Moisture Sun Cream
Key: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract (#17 on the ingredient list), Titanium Dioxide, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

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Result	Claims
backed by evidence	1 of 12
plausible, not tested	3 of 12
partly backed	3 of 12
overstated	3 of 12
nothing specific to check	2 of 12

These are counts of claims, not products. One product can name the same ingredient in several claims, and we checked each one on its own.