Rice Bran Extract

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Contains antioxidants and fatty acids that can nourish and protect the skin.

What does Rice Bran Extract do for skin?

Rice Bran Extract, rich in antioxidants like ferulic acid, gamma-oryzanol, tocopherols, and tocotrienols, scavenges free radicals, thereby mitigating oxidative stress and photo-aging. Its components, including gamma-oryzanol and phytosterols, exert anti-inflammatory effects by modulating cellular pathways, helping to reduce skin redness and irritation. Lipids within the extract support the skin barrier, improving hydration and reducing transepidermal water loss, while ferulic acid and phytic acid may contribute to skin brightening by inhibiting tyrosinase activity.

Typical concentration: 0.5-5% (most formulas use 1-3%)

Is Rice Bran Extract safe?

Generally considered safe for cosmetic use. The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Rice Bran Oil and its derivatives as safe. It has low irritation and sensitization potential and is not an FDA-regulated drug ingredient.

What does the research say about Rice Bran Extract?

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rice Bran Extract do in skincare?+

Contains antioxidants and fatty acids that can nourish and protect the skin. Rice Bran Extract, rich in antioxidants like ferulic acid, gamma-oryzanol, tocopherols, and tocotrienols, scavenges free radicals, thereby mitigating oxidative stress and photo-aging. Its components, including gamma-oryzanol and phytosterols, exert anti-inflammatory effects by modulating cellular pathways, helping to reduce skin redness and irritation. Lipids within the extract support the skin barrier, improving hydration and reducing transepidermal water loss, while ferulic acid and phytic acid may contribute to skin brightening by inhibiting tyrosinase activity.

Is Rice Bran Extract safe for sensitive skin?+

Generally considered safe for cosmetic use. The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Rice Bran Oil and its derivatives as safe. It has low irritation and sensitization potential and is not an FDA-regulated drug ingredient.

What percentage of Rice Bran Extract should I look for?+

Look for products with 0.5-5% (most formulas use 1-3%) for clinical efficacy.

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