Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Extract

ORY

8/10

Concern level

High concern

A botanical extract derived from the germ of Oryza sativa (rice). In cosmetics it is used primarily as a skin-conditioning, antioxidant, and soothing ingredient, with a mild emollient/nourishing profile. Like many plant extracts, it is usually a supporting ingredient rather than a primary active and is commonly included in leave-on products such as serums, creams, and masks.

Pore-clogging

Low

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

MoisturizingSoothingSupports Barrier Function

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.10% - 5.00%

CAS Number: 90106-37-9

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin8/10

oily skin7/10

sensitive skin7/10

acne prone7/10

mature skin8/10

normal skin8/10

Interactions

incompatible with: No well-established problematic interactions are documented for topical cosmetic use., If the extract is supplied in a preservative system or solvent blend, compatibility should be checked with strongly acidic or strongly alkaline formulas.

Risks & Warnings

Generally low-risk and well tolerated, but plant extracts can occasionally trigger irritation or allergy in sensitive individuals. Quality can vary by extraction method and raw material purity; rice-derived materials may also raise contamination concerns if sourcing and purification are poor. Avoid if you have a known allergy to rice or to related botanical extracts.

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