What it is
Hydrolyzed Rice Bran Extract is made by breaking down rice bran, the nutrient-rich outer layer of the rice grain, into smaller water-soluble fragments. The resulting extract carries amino acids, sugars, and polyphenolic constituents that help condition and hydrate skin and contribute antioxidant character. It is a common botanical in Japanese and Korean sunscreens and brightening-positioned formulas.
Safety & warnings
Rice bran derivatives have a long history of use in Asian skincare and are generally well tolerated. People with a known rice allergy may wish to be cautious, but reactions to topical rice extracts are uncommon. It is water-soluble and not comedogenic, with no fragrance allergens.
Origin & sourcing
Plant-derived; produced by hydrolysis of rice bran (the outer layer of Oryza sativa grains).
Questions everyone asks
What is hydrolyzed rice bran extract?
It is rice bran broken down into smaller soluble fragments, used in skincare to hydrate, condition, and add antioxidant character.
Why is it common in Asian sunscreens?
Rice bran is a traditional Asian skincare ingredient prized for its conditioning and brightening-positioned feel, so it appears widely in Japanese and Korean formulas.