Oryza sativa (Rice) germ powder






AKA: Asian Rice, Rice Germ Powder
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Clean
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Powder is a cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, bulking. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
68553-81-1
Form
Powder
Functions
Abrasive
Bulking
Physical Exfoliant
Adds Body & Volume
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Brightens Skin
Gently polishes surface
Adds volume
Traditional Use
Used in traditional Japanese and Asian skincare as a gentle exfoliant and skin brightener. Rice powder has been a staple in Asian beauty rituals for centuries, often combined with water to create cleansing pastes.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Rough Texture
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR