Beauty ingredients explained in plain English

A gentle, fermented ingredient that helps hydrate and condition skin, with some antioxidant benefits from the fermentation process.

A gentle fermented rice bran extract that supports skin barrier function and provides antioxidant benefits, suitable for most skin types.

A gentle, fermented rice bran extract that hydrates and smooths skin with antioxidant benefits.

A gentle, plant-based emollient that helps soften and smooth skin without clogging pores.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich oil that hydrates and soothes skin without clogging pores.

A mild, eco-friendly emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in formulas while leaving skin feeling soft.

A gentle, plant-based emollient that mimics skin's natural lipids to support a healthy moisture barrier.

Rice bran water is a mild, antioxidant-rich hydrator that soothes and softens skin without clogging pores.

Rice bran wax is a gentle, plant-based wax that adds texture and moisture to products without clogging pores.

A gentle, plant-based emollient that helps create a smooth, non-greasy feel in skincare and makeup, with a very low risk of irritation.

A semi-synthetic emulsifier from rice bran oil that helps create stable, creamy cleansers but may be mildly irritating for sensitive skin.

A mild, rice-derived conditioning ingredient that reduces static and adds softness, ideal for fine or easily weighed-down hair.

A gentle, plant-based antioxidant that may help protect skin from environmental stress, though research is still emerging.

A gentle fermented rice ingredient that lightly exfoliates and hydrates, ideal for those seeking a mild alternative to stronger acids.

A gentle fermented rice ingredient that helps hydrate, brighten, and smooth skin without harsh exfoliation.

A gentle, fermented rice ingredient that hydrates, lightly exfoliates, and supports a smoother, more even-looking complexion.

A gentle, nutrient-rich byproduct of sake brewing that hydrates, soothes, and supports a brighter, more even skin tone.

A gentle, fermented lipid complex that helps reinforce the skin barrier and improve moisture retention without irritation.

A gentle, plant-based ingredient that may help protect skin from environmental stress and support a healthy moisture barrier.

Rice germ extract is a gentle, antioxidant-rich ingredient that helps protect and nourish the skin without irritation.

Rice germ oil is a lightweight, antioxidant-rich emollient that hydrates and protects skin without clogging pores.

A gentle, natural exfoliant and antioxidant that helps smooth skin without harsh abrasion, ideal for sensitive skin types.

A gentle, natural exfoliant that polishes skin without harsh microbeads, but may feel gritty for sensitive skin.

A mild, natural exfoliant and pH balancer that may help smooth skin and refine texture without harshness.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich extract from rice leaves that helps protect skin from environmental stress and supports a calm, even-looking complexion.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich botanical extract that may help soothe and protect skin, but research is still early.

A gentle, fermented rice byproduct that may help soothe skin and provide antioxidant benefits, though research is still emerging.

A gentle fermented ingredient that hydrates and supports skin barrier health without irritation.

A gentle, nutrient-rich hydrator from sake fermentation that can help improve skin texture and radiance.

A mild, rice-derived emulsifier that helps blend water and oil in formulas while leaving skin feeling soft.

A mild, rice-derived emulsifier that helps blend oil and water in formulas while leaving skin feeling soft.

A gentle plant extract with promising soothing and antioxidant benefits, though research is still early.

A gentle, plant-derived peptide that helps hydrate and support skin barrier function, suitable for most skin types.

Rice powder is a gentle, natural absorbent that helps control oil and gives a silky feel, but it offers minimal active skincare benefits.

A gentle, bioengineered peptide that may support collagen and firmness, but research is still early.

A gentle, biotech-derived peptide from rice that helps hydrate and condition skin, but research on its specific benefits is still limited.

A gentle, rice-derived peptide that may help improve skin firmness and reduce fine lines with regular use.

A gentle, bioengineered peptide that may help support skin firmness, but research is still emerging.

A gentle rice-derived peptide that may help improve skin firmness and reduce fine lines, though human studies are still limited.

A gentle rice-derived peptide that may help improve skin firmness and hydration with low irritation risk.

A gentle peptide that signals skin to produce more collagen, helping reduce fine lines and improve firmness over time.

A gentle peptide that may help firm skin and soften lines, with low irritation risk.

A gentle fermented ingredient that may help soothe and brighten skin while supporting its natural barrier.

A gentle, antioxidant-rich ingredient from rice that helps calm skin and support its natural barrier.

A lightweight, non-greasy oil that deeply moisturizes and helps strengthen the skin barrier without clogging pores.

A mild foam booster and thickener that helps create a rich lather in cleansers, generally well-tolerated but not a primary active ingredient.

A gentle, castor oil-derived surfactant that cleanses effectively with low irritation potential, ideal for sensitive skin.

A gentle, castor-oil-derived conditioning agent that softens hair and skin without heavy buildup.

A gentle, castor-oil-derived conditioning ingredient that smooths hair without heavy buildup, ideal for fine or oily hair types.

A safe, effective film-former that helps makeup and hair products last longer without feeling stiff or heavy.

An effective foam booster and thickener, but may cause irritation for sensitive skin and has raised environmental concerns.

A mild surfactant derived from castor oil that helps create rich lather and thicken cleansers without stripping the skin.

A gentle, plant-derived fatty acid that hydrates and soothes skin without clogging pores.

A gentle, non-greasy emollient that softens skin and helps other ingredients spread smoothly.

A castor-oil-derived resin that helps makeup and sunscreen stay put longer without feeling heavy.

Ricinoleth-40 is a gentle emulsifier that helps blend oil and water, but may cause irritation in sensitive skin at high concentrations.

A gentle, castor-oil-derived conditioning ingredient that helps detangle and soften hair without heavy buildup.

A gentle, hydrating algae extract that may help calm skin, but research is still early.

A gentle plant extract with potential soothing and antioxidant benefits, but research is still emerging.

RNA is a gentle, hydrating ingredient that may support skin cell turnover, but its benefits in skincare are still being studied.