Rice water Extract (Traditional)

Inci: Aqua, Oryza sativa Extract, Gluconolactone, Sodium Benzoate & Calcium Gluconate

Rice water has been treasured for centuries as a natural beauty ingredient. Across Asia, women have long used the cloudy, vitamin-rich water left over from rinsing rice to care for their skin and hair. From the elegant courts of the Heian period in Japan to traditional Chinese beauty rituals, rice water became widely known for helping to support glossy hair, a clearer complexion and a smoother, brighter appearance. These simple yet effective practices helped establish rice water as a trusted, everyday beauty staple.

Today, this ancient ingredient is enjoying a well-deserved revival in modern skincare and haircare. As consumers increasingly look for gentle, naturally derived ingredients with authentic heritage, rice water has found a new place in contemporary formulations. Our Rice Water Extract makes it easier than ever to bring those time-honoured benefits into stable, professional cosmetic products.

Rice Water Extract is created by gently extracting the beneficial components of rice into a stable, easy-to-use liquid form. This process captures the natural nutrients found in rice, including amino acids, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, in a format specifically designed for cosmetic use. Unlike homemade rice water, which can vary greatly in quality and freshness, our extract is carefully processed for consistency, safety and stability, making it ideal for reliable skincare and haircare formulations.

In contemporary skincare, Rice Water Extract is valued for its skin-conditioning and soothing properties. It helps to support hydration and moisture retention while leaving the skin feeling soft and smooth. The naturally occurring amino acids, vitamins and antioxidants it contains make it a gentle yet effective ingredient for daily use. Its calming nature means it is well suited to sensitive and compromised skin types, and it works beautifully in products designed to comfort and care for delicate complexions.

Rice Water Extract is commonly used in a wide variety of skincare products, including toners and essences, serums and emulsions, creams and lotions, and cleansers and masks. Its lightweight, skin-friendly profile makes it especially suitable for minimalist skincare routines and everyday formulations where mild, nurturing ingredients are essential.

In modern haircare, Rice Water Extract has become especially popular thanks to its reputation for improving hair feel and manageability. It is known to help improve the appearance of shine and smoothness while supporting hair strength and elasticity. The extract can enhance softness and slip, making hair easier to comb and style. It is also suitable for scalp-focused formulations, helping to create products that care for both the hair and the skin beneath it.

This versatile ingredient works well in shampoos and conditioners, leave-in treatments, hair masks, and scalp serums and tonics. Rice Water Extract is particularly valued in products designed for dry, damaged or textured hair, where gentle conditioning and improved manageability are key goals.

Formulators love Rice Water Extract because it is water-soluble and easy to work with, making it suitable for a wide range of cosmetic applications. It is naturally derived and consumer-friendly, fitting perfectly into both skincare and haircare lines. The ingredient is ideal for K-beauty inspired products and appeals strongly to customers seeking gentle, heritage ingredients with a meaningful story behind them.

We also offer a Fermented Rice Water Extract, providing an enhanced version of this traditional ingredient.

Non-Gmo, Vegan, Cruelty free, Palm Oil Free

Physical Form: Liquid

Appearance: Cloudy liquid

PH 4.5-5.5

Solubility: Water

Application Uses: brightening, soothing,Hydrating, Gentle daily care, Barrier-friendly, sensitive skin, hair care, skincare, serums, essence, emulsions, toners.

Recommended Usage Levels: Recommended usage: 1–10%

Please email us if you require over 1KG

All products sold are cosmetic grade; External Use Only; Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations Only.

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