Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax
INCI: Oryza Sativa Bran Wax
A plant-derived wax pressed from rice bran, used to firm up balm and stick formulations while providing a lightweight emollient finish.
Also known as: rice bran wax
Benefits
- ✓Adds firm, stick-like texture to balms
- ✓Non-greasy occlusive emollient
No known watch-fors.
In depth
What it does
A plant-derived wax pressed from rice bran, used to firm up balm and stick formulations while providing a lightweight emollient finish. As an emollient ingredient, it is particularly valued for adds firm, stick-like texture to balms and non-greasy occlusive emollient.
Skin type guide
Best suited to normal, dry, or combination skin. Lightweight emollients work for oily skin too — richer ones are best reserved for dry and very dry skin types.
How to use it
Works best as a later step in your routine, after water-based serums and treatments. Emollients help seal in earlier layers, so their placement matters — put lighter textures on first.