Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil Ottimo Emolliente Idratare Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil at a glance Oil extracted from husks of rice grains Has antioxidant benefits Rich source of barrier repairing fatty acids Disrupts factors that lead to skin discolorations and dark spots Ruled safe as used in cosmetics Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil description _Oryza sativa_ (rice) bran oil is the oil extracted from the husks (bran) of grains of rice. It is used as a barrier-repairing emollient, and like most plant extracts, has antioxidant properties. Research demonstrates there is much more to rice bran oil than its moisturizing abilities. It is a rich source of barrier repairing fatty acids, among them oleic acid, linoleic acid, and palmitic acid. Even more exciting, studies indicate that rice bran oil can help target factors that lead to dark spots and uneven skin tone, making it a worthy addition in products designed to correct these issues. _Oryza sativa_ (rice) bran oil has been ruled safe as used in cosmetics by the independent Cosmetic Ingredient Review and does not sensitize skin – in fact, it helps soothe it. In its raw form, rice bran oil has a dark gold color. Because it is a byproduct of rice production, it is also considered an eco-friendly skin care ingredient. Related ingredients: Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract Oryzanol Candelilla/Jojoba/Rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters Oryza Sativa Rice Bran Oil