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Antioxidant

Oryza Sativa Bran Extract

Often labeled as: Rice Bran Extract

The brightening, softening staple of Japanese skincare.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

An extract from the outer layer of the rice kernel. It is packed with ferulic acid, phytic acid, and squalane, making it a master at softening the epidermis.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Brightens uneven tone, softens rough texture, and protects against pollution.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

A superb gentle brightener for those who cannot tolerate Vitamin C.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It acts as a physical scrub.

The Science

The extract is fully liquid and operates via antioxidant and enzymatic pathways, not physical scrubbing.