Packed with anti-aging emollients and antioxidant properties, Rice Bran oil has been a part of the Asian skin care regimen for years. But aside from improving the condition of the skin, Rice Bran Oil also offers various benefits to the hair. Rice Bran Carrier Oil is extracted from the bran or outer coat of the brown rice grain removed during the milling process. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, proteins and essential oils. Rice Bran Oil also contains a constituent called oryzanol, which is known to be safe to use in skin care formulations meant for outdoor use.

Origin: India

INCI: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil

Plant Part Obtained From: Germ and bran

Color: golden to deep brown liquid

Absorption: Absorbs into skin at an average speed, slight oil feel left on skin.

Extraction Method:  Cold Pressed, Unrefined

Processing Type: Unrefined

Saponification Value (mg KOH/g oil): 185 – 195

Iodine value : 92 -115

Comedogenic Rating: 2

Manufacturer suggested Usage : 1-100%

Consistency:Light – Moderate Viscosity

Aromatic Description/ Appearance: Rice bran may be cloudy in appearance due to the presence of natural sediments found in the oil. The product is fine to use but if desired, it can be filtered to remove any sediments.

Common Uses/ Benefits

Rice Bran Carrier Oil has a high percentage of fatty acids and is one of the best sources of tocotrienols, an antioxidant that may be much more powerful and effective than Vitamin E. It is a mild oil perfect for dry, flaky, sensitive, mature and delicate skin, where additional moisture is required and is effective for keeping skin smooth.

Rice Bran Carrier Oil contains a compound called gamma-oryzanol, and is used in many types of hair sunscreen products and is incorporated into shampoos, conditioners and special hair treatments where it adds sheen while moisturizing and conditioning the hair without weighing it down. It is sometimes used in lipsticks providing lip conditioning and strong mold stability, and in nail polishes to provide smooth spreadability.

Perhaps the most notable feature of Rice Bran Oil is its hypoallergenic properties, something that many vegetable oils do not possess. This makes the oil a great remedy for irritations and hypersensitivity. Rice Bran Oil contains rich amounts of antioxidants that help protect the hair from UV exposure. This oil also has a high smoking point, making it a natural heat protectant.

Due to its high vitamin E content, Rice Bran Oil stimulates blood flow to the scalp and proper healing, which affect scalp health and dandruff control. This is because the vitamin E in the oil is an antioxidant in itself.

Rice Bran Oil is also rich in omega-6 fatty acids and oleic acid. Combine them with the antioxidants found in this wonder oil, and you have a super hair growth potion. Applying Rice Bran Oil regularly to thinning spots will help stimulate blood circulation in those areas, reviving the hair follicles to create strong and healthy hair. Finding grey hairs can be frightening for some as its usually associated with aging. Contrary to popular belief, grey hair doesn’t depend solely on age,  It starts when our body starts producing less melanin, the pigment that gives the strands their natural color. This phenomenon is due to oxidative stress, a condition resulting from the imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants.Rice Bran Oil supplies the hair and scalp great amounts of antioxidants to prevent the hair from losing pigment due to oxidative stress

Storage: It is recommended that cold-pressed carrier oils be kept in a cool, dark place to maintain freshness and achieve maximum shelf life. If refrigerated, bring to room temperature before using.