A gentle, fermented rice bran extract that hydrates and smooths skin with antioxidant benefits.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Beauty ingredient research
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A gentle, fermented rice bran extract that hydrates and smooths skin with antioxidant benefits.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Rice bran water is a mild, antioxidant-rich hydrator that soothes and softens skin without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle fermented rice ingredient that lightly exfoliates and hydrates, ideal for those seeking a mild alternative to stronger acids.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle fermented rice ingredient that helps hydrate, brighten, and smooth skin without harsh exfoliation.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, fermented rice ingredient that hydrates, lightly exfoliates, and supports a smoother, more even-looking complexion.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, nutrient-rich byproduct of sake brewing that hydrates, soothes, and supports a brighter, more even skin tone.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle fermented ingredient that hydrates and supports skin barrier health without irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, nutrient-rich hydrator from sake fermentation that can help improve skin texture and radiance.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-derived peptide that helps hydrate and support skin barrier function, suitable for most skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, biotech-derived peptide from rice that helps hydrate and condition skin, but research on its specific benefits is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
RNA is a gentle, hydrating ingredient that may support skin cell turnover, but its benefits in skincare are still being studied.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, fragrant floral water that provides light hydration and a soothing feel, but its benefits are mostly sensory and short-lived.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Royal jelly is a natural humectant that helps hydrate and soothe skin, but its benefits are modest and not backed by strong clinical evidence.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Royal Jelly Water is a gentle, hydrating ingredient with potential soothing benefits, but its effects are not as well-studied as other humectants.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-derived humectant that provides deep, lasting hydration by binding to the skin's surface.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, hydrating seaweed extract that helps soothe and moisturize the skin without irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, nourishing ferment that helps hydrate and strengthen the skin barrier without irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, fermented yeast extract that hydrates and supports skin barrier health, ideal for sensitive and dry skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
Humectant
SACCHAROMYCES/HYDROLYZED GERMINATED RICE GRAIN FERMENT FILTRATE
A gentle fermented rice ingredient that helps soften skin and improve texture without harsh exfoliation.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, fermented ingredient that delivers calcium to help strengthen the skin barrier and improve hydration.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, biotech-derived ferment that pairs yeast metabolites with magnesium to support hydration and a healthy-looking skin barrier.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle fermented yeast ingredient that helps hydrate and support the skin barrier, especially beneficial for dry or sensitive skin.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A unique, jelly-like polysaccharide from a rare algae that helps hydrate and soothe skin while forming a protective film.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, plant-based extract that adds hydration and antioxidant protection, but research on its specific benefits is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Salmon egg extract is a gentle, nutrient-rich ingredient that helps hydrate and condition the skin, but research on its benefits is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, biotech-grown extract from a salt-marsh plant that helps hydrate and calm the skin, with early research suggesting antioxidant benefits.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, hydrating plant extract from a salt-tolerant succulent, best for soothing and moisturizing normal to dry skin.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle red seaweed extract that helps hydrate and calm the skin, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Sarcosine is a gentle, naturally derived amino acid that helps hydrate and condition the skin, with some research suggesting it may support collagen production.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A mushroom-derived polysaccharide that hydrates and forms a protective film on the skin, with some research supporting its soothing and antioxidant properties.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, hydrating mushroom ferment that may help soothe skin and support moisture retention, though research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle fermented yeast extract that may help hydrate and support the skin barrier, with low irritation risk.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle fermented yeast extract that may help hydrate and support the skin barrier, though more human studies are needed.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A fermented sea cucumber extract that may help hydrate and calm the skin, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle seaweed extract that helps hydrate and calm the skin, but research on its specific benefits is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle fermented ingredient that helps hydrate and strengthen the skin barrier, ideal for sensitive and dry skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle fermented ingredient that may help hydrate and support the skin barrier, but research is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
Sea water provides a mineral-rich boost of hydration and can help soothe the skin, but it's not a miracle ingredient and may not suit very dry or sensitive skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle seaweed blend that helps hydrate and calm the skin, suitable for most skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, hydrating seaweed extract that helps soothe and protect the skin, making it a great choice for sensitive or dry skin types.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Humectant
ASCOPHYLLUM NODOSUM/FUCUS VESICULOSUS/LAMINARIA CLOUSTONI/LAMINARIA DIGITATA EXTRACT
A gentle, nutrient-packed seaweed blend that hydrates and soothes skin with antioxidant benefits.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Humectant
Chondrus Elatus/Saccharina Angustata/Monostroma Nitidum Thallus Extract
A gentle seaweed blend that helps hydrate and calm the skin, but research on this specific mix is limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A fermented seaweed-yeast complex that helps hydrate and soothe skin while supporting a healthy barrier.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, water-rich fruit juice that adds light hydration and antioxidant support, but lacks strong clinical evidence for dramatic skin benefits.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Serica Extract is a gentle, silk-based humectant that helps skin feel soft and hydrated without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Sericin is a gentle silk protein that helps skin hold onto moisture and feel smooth, but it's not a miracle anti-aging ingredient.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Serine is a gentle, water-binding amino acid that helps keep skin plump and supports a healthy barrier without irritation.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, hydrating birch sap extract that soothes and refreshes skin without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, hydrating birch sap that helps soothe and moisturize skin with natural minerals and antioxidants.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, hydrating sap from birch trees that may help soothe and lightly moisturize the skin.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Sialyllactose is a gentle, milk-derived sugar that helps hydrate skin and support a healthy microbiome, but research on its cosmetic benefits is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, hydrating ingredient that forms a breathable film to lock in moisture and smooth the skin's surface.
Irritation
low
Source
semi-synthetic
Silk amino acids are gentle, water-attracting proteins that help hydrate and smooth the skin without clogging pores.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
Silk fibroin is a gentle protein that helps skin feel smooth and hydrated by forming a light, breathable film.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, protein-packed extract that helps hydrate and soothe skin, but research is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, fermented ingredient that may help hydrate and soothe skin, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle, hydrating peptide from silkworm silk that may help support skin moisture and texture, but research is still emerging.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle silk-derived peptide that helps hydrate and temporarily smooth the skin's surface.
Irritation
low
Source
natural
A gentle, biotech-derived peptide that helps hydrate and condition skin, but research on its specific benefits is still limited.
Irritation
low
Source
biotech
A gentle marine extract that helps hydrate and calm the skin, but research is still early.
Irritation
low
Source
natural