Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract
Rice extract
No meaningful concern for most people; irritation is possible but rare.
Also written as: Rice Extract · Oryza Sativa Extract
What it is
An extract of rice grain, containing starches, amino acids, sugars and small amounts of antioxidant compounds. It is a staple of Japanese and Korean formulations, where rice has a long history in skincare and bathing rituals. Formulators use it as a gentle hydrator and for the soft finish it leaves.
What it does well
Provides gentle hydration and a smoothing effect
Rice-derived sugars and amino acids act as humectants. Popular claims about significant skin brightening are not backed by strong controlled evidence.
Limited evidence
Worth knowing
Rare rice protein allergy
Allergy to rice proteins is uncommon but documented, and topical exposure can occasionally provoke a reaction in people already sensitised.
Matters most toPeople with a known rice allergy.
Where the EU stands
No specific restriction
No EU concentration limit or annex restriction. Listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient database as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
Masks that contain Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract
Anua
Rice 70 Glow Collagen Mask
13th of 42 on the label
below ≈1%
Beauty of Joseon
Apricot Blossom Peeling Gel
15th of 19 on the label
below ≈1%
Beauty of Joseon
Ground Rice and Honey Glow Mask
17th of 35 on the label
COSRX
Ultimate Nourishing Rice Overnight Spa Mask
1st of 19 on the label
I'm From
Rice Mask
40th of 43 on the label
below ≈1%
MISSHA
Airy Fit Sheet Mask Rice
19th of 27 on the label
below ≈1%