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Rice Bran Oil
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil
Japan's traditional beauty oil for soft, luminous-looking skin.
| INCI name | Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil |
|---|---|
| Type | Botanical oil — nourishing & softening |
| Key benefit | Soft, luminous-looking skin |
| Suits | All skin types, including combination skin |
What is this
Rice Bran Oil
Rice bran oil is a light botanical oil pressed from the nutrient-rich outer layer of the rice grain, Oryza sativa. Prized in Japanese beauty tradition for centuries, it is naturally rich in vitamin E and gamma-oryzanol and helps nourish skin for a soft, luminous look.
In which products
Formulas with rice bran oil
Profunda The Treatment Mask
48.00 $
Kaolin + Japanese yuzu + rosehip brightening mask • 64 refined ingredients for detox, clarity & glow
Profunda The Treatment Mask
48.00 $
Kaolin + Japanese yuzu + rosehip brightening mask • 64 refined ingredients for detox, clarity & glow
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Questions about rice bran oil
What does rice bran oil do for skin?
Rice bran oil nourishes and softens. Naturally rich in vitamin E, gamma-oryzanol and squalene, it helps defend skin from the visible effects of oxidative stress, supports softness and elasticity, and leaves a fine, non-greasy finish that suits even combination skin.
Why is rice bran oil famous in Japanese beauty?
For centuries, Japanese women who used rice bran on their skin were known as 'nuka-bijin' — rice-bran beauties — admired for smooth, luminous complexions. That heritage continues today: rice bran remains a quiet staple of Japanese skincare, treasured for its gentleness and glow.
Is rice bran oil comedogenic?
It is considered a low-comedogenic oil. Light and fast-absorbing, it moisturises without leaving a heavy film, making it one of the better-tolerated botanical oils for combination skin. Individual responses vary, so observe how your skin behaves as you introduce it.
Does rice bran oil brighten skin?
It helps skin look brighter in a soft, gradual way. Its antioxidants — vitamin E and gamma-oryzanol — support a more even-looking tone, while its fine texture smooths the surface so light reflects more evenly, lending the complexion a subtle luminosity.
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