What is Rice Bran Oil?

Rice Bran Oil, also known as rice bran oil, is pressed from the silver skin of rice grains and then refined for a neutral scent and clear colour. The husks that remain from making white rice are hard, brown and rich in healthy oils and vitamin E, making it a wonderful ingredient for soap, hair masks and face products.

Naturally, Rice Bran Oil contains a beautiful mix of oleic acid (omega 9) and linoleic acid (omega 6), which together help support and restore the skin barrier. Additionally, vitamin E (tocopherols), gamma-oryzanol and phytosterols provide protection against external influences and support the skin's natural recovery. The oil feels light, absorbs beautifully and leaves the skin visibly softer and calmer.

Thanks to its neutral character, Rice Bran Oil is also a lovely carrier oil within aromatherapy. Perfect for DIY creams, serums, body oils, massage oils and hair care.

What are the benefits of Rice Bran Oil?

Protective antioxidant boost
Thanks to vitamin E and gamma-oryzanol, this oil supports the skin in protecting against external influences and helps maintain a healthy glow.

Supports barrier repair
The combination of omega 9 and omega 6 promotes a strong skin barrier and helps retain moisture better.

Calms and softens
Phytosterols and the mild texture help reduce redness and sensitivity and give the skin more comfort.

Silky soft skin feel
Absorbs quickly without feeling sticky and leaves the skin smooth and supple.

Helps with clear skin
The balanced fatty acid composition can help support sebum production for a fresh, even complexion.

Supports skin elasticity
Antioxidants and nourishing lipids contribute to supple skin and help care for fine lines.

Also cares for hair
Adds shine, tames frizz and cares for dry ends and scalp without weighing it down.

How do you use Rice Bran Oil?

• Facial oil or serum: pure or mixed (50-100%), 2-4 drops on lightly moistened skin.

• Creams and body butters: 5-25% in the fat phase. To preserve antioxidants, preferably add below 40°C, or heat together (approximately 65-70°C) and partially cool down afterwards.

• Massage and body oil: 90-100% as a base. Optionally add 0.5-1% essential oil. Never use essential oils undiluted and always stay below 1%.

• Cleansing oil: pure or as a base in an oil cleanser (optionally with emulsifier) to gently remove makeup and SPF.

• Hair care: 1-2 pumps on the ends or a few drops on the scalp as a pre-wash treatment.

Note: this is a carrier oil for the skin and therefore not suitable for use in a diffuser.

What makes Rice Bran Oil so special?

Rice bran has been valued in Asian beauty traditions for centuries for its ability to keep skin soft, even and radiant. The refined Rice Bran Oil is ideal for DIY applications: low odour, stable and extremely versatile. From nourishing winter care to light summer formulas, this oil creates a gentle base on which all your other ingredients can really shine.