Rice (Oryza Sativa) Powder

RIC

8/10

Concern level

High concern

Fine powder made from rice (Oryza sativa), used in cosmetics mainly as a texturizing, oil-absorbing, and mild skin-feel/improving ingredient. Rice-derived ingredients have a long history of cosmetic use, and CIR lists rice powder as safe in the present practices of use and concentration. ([pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Rice-_Oryza-Sativa_-Powder?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

SoothingImproves Texture

Chemical Properties

pH Range

5.00 - 7.50

Typical Concentration

1.00% - 20.00%

CAS Number: 68553-81-1

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin5/10

oily skin8/10

sensitive skin6/10

acne prone7/10

mature skin6/10

normal skin8/10

Interactions

incompatible with: No specific ingredient incompatibilities are established; avoid pairing with harsh exfoliants in very sensitive formulas if the powder is used for physical abrasion.

Risks & Warnings

Can be mildly drying or dusty in leave-on products and may feel abrasive if particle size is coarse. As with any particulate botanical material, rare sensitivity or irritation is possible, especially on compromised skin. CIR notes contamination control for rice-derived ingredients should address pesticides and heavy metals. ([cir-safety.org](https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/S-breakout-092020.pdf?utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

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