murphyRice (Oryza Sativa) Wax
AKA: Oryza Sativa Wax
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Wax
Not Clean
OriginNative to Japan, Korea, China. Rice seeds from the Poaceae grass family are cultivated primarily in Japan, Korea, and China. The wax is extracted from the seed coat through mechanical pressing or solvent extraction methods.
Rice (Oryza Sativa) Wax is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Poaceae (Grass family)
Plant Part
Seed
Form
Wax
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Viscosity Controlling
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Softens and smooths skin
Provides hydration
Offers antioxidant protection
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR