What it is
Hydrolyzed Rice Leaf Extract is obtained by breaking down the leaves of the rice plant into smaller water-soluble fragments. The extract contributes plant sugars, amino acids, and antioxidant constituents that help condition and hydrate skin. It is used as a supporting botanical in sunscreens and serums, particularly in Japanese and Korean formulas.
Safety & warnings
Rice-derived botanicals are generally well tolerated in topical use. Individuals with a known rice allergy may wish to be cautious, though reactions to rice leaf extracts are uncommon. It is water-soluble and not comedogenic, with no fragrance allergens.
Origin & sourcing
Plant-derived; produced by hydrolysis of the leaves of the rice plant, Oryza sativa.
Questions everyone asks
What is hydrolyzed rice leaf extract?
It is an extract from rice plant leaves broken into smaller soluble fragments, used to hydrate and condition skin.
How is it different from rice bran extract?
It comes from the leaves of the rice plant rather than the bran around the grain, though both are used as conditioning botanicals.