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Rice (Oryza Sativa) Wax
AKA “Oryza Sativa Wax”
Wax
Ingredient Facts
Rice (Oryza Sativa) wax
AKA: Oryza Sativa Wax
Wax · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Wax
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Poaceae (Grass family)
Plant Part
Seed
Form
Wax
See origin →
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Softens and smooths skin
Provides hydration
Offers antioxidant protection
Traditional Use
A natural wax derived from rice bran, developed in modern cosmetics as a plant-based alternative to synthetic waxes. Used for emollient and texture properties in creams and balms.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran W
International journal of toxicology, 2006
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Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran W
International journal of toxicology, 2006
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Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran W
International journal of toxicology, 2006
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Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran W
International journal of toxicology, 2006
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Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran W
International journal of toxicology, 2006
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Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran W
International journal of toxicology, 2006
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Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran W
International journal of toxicology, 2006
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Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran W
International journal of toxicology, 2006
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Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran W
International journal of toxicology, 2006
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Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran W
International journal of toxicology, 2006
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Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran W
International journal of toxicology, 2006
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Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran W
International journal of toxicology, 2006
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Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran W
International journal of toxicology, 2006
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Amended final report on the safety assessment of Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid,Oryza Sativa (rice) Bran W
International journal of toxicology, 2006
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Anti-skin ageing activities of rice (Oryza sativa) bran soft and hard waxes in cultured skin cells.
Chaikul P, Kanlayavattanakul M, Khongkow M, Jantimaporn A, Lourith N
International journal of cosmetic science, 2024
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Amended Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid, Oryaza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax, Hydrogenated Rice Bran Wax, Oryza Sativa (Ri
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
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Final Amended Report on the Safety Assessment of Rice (Oryza Sativa) Bran Oil, Rice (Oryza Sativa) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid, Rice (Oryza Sativa) Wax, Hydrogenated Rice Bran Wax, Rice (Oryza Sativa) Br
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
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Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Rice (Oryza Sativa) Bran Oil, Rice (Oryza Sativa) Germ Oil, Rice Bran Acid, Rice (Oryza Sativa) Wax, Hydrogenated Rice Bran Wax, Rice (Oryza Sativa) Bran Extra
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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oryza sativa (rice) bran extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Oryza sativa (rice) extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Powder
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Hull Powder
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Seed Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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oryza sativa (rice) bran extract
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
Oryza sativa (rice) extract
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
→
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Oil
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Hull Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR