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ApprovedThe Ordinary's Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion is a highly transparent and clinically-backed moisturizer that delivers on its promises of lightweight, soothing hydration and barrier support, making it a strong choice for sensitive and dehydrated skin.
₹950 • Analysed 20 August 2026
This moisturizer is well-suited for the Indian climate, especially in humid conditions, due to its ultra-lightweight, non-greasy microemulsion texture. Its focus on hydration and barrier repair with soothing ingredients like Ectoin and NMFs makes it beneficial for skin prone to sensitivity or redness from environmental stressors. Priced at Rs.950 for 60ml, it sits in the mid-to-premium segment for moisturizers, offering good value given its active concentrations and clinical backing for key claims. The brand's claims are generally well-substantiated with clinical data, aligning well with ASCI guidelines, and there are no apparent CDSCO drug boundary crossings.
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Supported by formula logic (microemulsion) and consistent user feedback on texture and absorption.
Clinical testing on 20 subjects for one use revealed 24-hour soothing hydration.
Clinical testing on 31 people for one use revealed a reduction in visible skin redness.
Claim is widely stated by the brand. While ingredients like Rice Lipids, Ectoin, and NMFs support barrier function, specific clinical methodology for 'repair' was not fully detailed in public snippets beyond general statements.
Clinical testing on 33 people for two uses per day over six weeks revealed radiant and dewy skin.
Supported by the gentle, fragrance-free, alcohol-free, and silicone-free formulation, and the presence of soothing actives like Ectoin and Allantoin. User reviews also support suitability for sensitive skin.
The brand explains the microfluidizer technology used to create this texture. User reviews consistently praise the lightweight, non-greasy feel.
Clinical testing on 33 people after applying Milky Toner followed by Rice Lipids 2x/day for 6 weeks vs. Rice Lipids Microemulsion alone.
What we could confirm from public sources and the verified ingredient list.
Ingredient Safety & Toxicity
Full ingredient list retrieved and verified against the label.
Screened against the ingredient database (27 of 45 ingredients matched); no cosmetics-prohibited ingredient found.
No ingredient with a recognised endocrine-activity concern found in the database.
No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Active percentages are disclosed for the hero ingredient(s).
Any proprietary 'complex' is broken down into its actual ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
No retinoid or other pregnancy-cautioned active found in the screen.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
| Ingredient |
|---|
Aqua/Water/Eau |
Oryza Sativa (Rice) Lipids |
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil |
Ectoin |
Hydrogenated Lecithin |
Propanediol |
Glycerin |
Rhus Succedanea Fruit Wax |
Glyceryl Glucoside |
Sodium Hyaluronate |
Allantoin |
Urea |
Serine |
Alanine |
Glycine |
Glutamic Acid |
Lysine Hcl |
Threonine |
Arginine |
Proline |
Pca |
Sodium Pca |
Xylityl Glucoside |
Anhydroxylitol |
Xylitol |
Fructose |
Glucose |
Maltose |
Trehalose |
Betaine |
Pentylene Glycol |
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate |
Hydroxyacetophenone |
Tocopherol |
Sodium Chloride |
Sodium Lactate |
Sodium Citrate |
Citric Acid |
Sodium Hydroxide |
Isoceteth-20 |
Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate |
1,2-Hexanediol |
Ethylhexyl Glycerin |
Phenoxyethanol |
Chlorphenesin |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
Supported by formula logic (microemulsion) and consistent user feedback on texture and absorption.
Evidence visible
Clinical testing on 20 subjects for one use revealed 24-hour soothing hydration.
Evidence visible
Clinical testing on 31 people for one use revealed a reduction in visible skin redness.
Evidence visible
Claim is widely stated by the brand. While ingredients like Rice Lipids, Ectoin, and NMFs support barrier function, specific clinical methodology for 'repair' was not fully detailed in public snippets beyond general statements.
Evidence visible
Clinical testing on 33 people for two uses per day over six weeks revealed radiant and dewy skin.
Evidence visible
Supported by the gentle, fragrance-free, alcohol-free, and silicone-free formulation, and the presence of soothing actives like Ectoin and Allantoin. User reviews also support suitability for sensitive skin.
Evidence visible
The brand explains the microfluidizer technology used to create this texture. User reviews consistently praise the lightweight, non-greasy feel.
Evidence visible
Clinical testing on 33 people after applying Milky Toner followed by Rice Lipids 2x/day for 6 weeks vs. Rice Lipids Microemulsion alone.
Evidence visible
Clinical testing on 33 people after applying Milky Toner followed by Rice Lipids 2x/day for 6 weeks vs. Rice Lipids Microemulsion alone.
Evidence visible
Supported by the lightweight, non-greasy texture and user feedback.
Evidence visible
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No IARC-classified or formaldehyde-releasing ingredient found in the database screen.
No commonly-comedogenic ingredient found - a reasonable fit for acne-prone skin.
Irritation & Allergen Risk
No EU-declarable or database-flagged allergen found in the list.
No high-sensitisation preservative (MI/MCI/formaldehyde-releaser) from our screen was found.
Ingredient Transparency
The full INCI list is publicly available, not just hero ingredients.
Active percentages are disclosed for the hero ingredient(s).
Any proprietary 'complex' is broken down into its actual ingredients.
Ingredients are listed in the descending order required by India Cosmetics Rules 2020.
Standards & Compliance
Usage warnings and directions are clear on the label.
No retinoid or other pregnancy-cautioned active found in the screen.
Screened against a curated reference set that we are continuing to verify and expand, so “clear” means no flag from that set, not a guarantee. Not a substitute for a full toxicological or clinical assessment.
Claim is widely stated by the brand. While ingredients like Rice Lipids, Ectoin, and NMFs support barrier function, specific clinical methodology for 'repair' was not fully detailed in public snippets beyond general statements.
Clinical testing on 33 people for two uses per day over six weeks revealed radiant and dewy skin.
Supported by the gentle, fragrance-free, alcohol-free, and silicone-free formulation, and the presence of soothing actives like Ectoin and Allantoin. User reviews also support suitability for sensitive skin.
The brand explains the microfluidizer technology used to create this texture. User reviews consistently praise the lightweight, non-greasy feel.
Clinical testing on 33 people after applying Milky Toner followed by Rice Lipids 2x/day for 6 weeks vs. Rice Lipids Microemulsion alone.
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
No prohibited or restricted ingredients identified
Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.
Supported by formula logic (microemulsion) and consistent user feedback on texture and absorption.
Evidence visible
Clinical testing on 20 subjects for one use revealed 24-hour soothing hydration.
Evidence visible
Clinical testing on 31 people for one use revealed a reduction in visible skin redness.
Evidence visible
Claim is widely stated by the brand. While ingredients like Rice Lipids, Ectoin, and NMFs support barrier function, specific clinical methodology for 'repair' was not fully detailed in public snippets beyond general statements.
Evidence visible
Clinical testing on 33 people for two uses per day over six weeks revealed radiant and dewy skin.
Evidence visible
Supported by the gentle, fragrance-free, alcohol-free, and silicone-free formulation, and the presence of soothing actives like Ectoin and Allantoin. User reviews also support suitability for sensitive skin.
Evidence visible
The brand explains the microfluidizer technology used to create this texture. User reviews consistently praise the lightweight, non-greasy feel.
Evidence visible
Clinical testing on 33 people after applying Milky Toner followed by Rice Lipids 2x/day for 6 weeks vs. Rice Lipids Microemulsion alone.
Evidence visible
Clinical testing on 33 people after applying Milky Toner followed by Rice Lipids 2x/day for 6 weeks vs. Rice Lipids Microemulsion alone.
Evidence visible
Supported by the lightweight, non-greasy texture and user feedback.
Evidence visible