Antioxidant

Oryzanol

Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

Rice-derived antioxidant for UV protection support

Addresses

photoageing, environmental damage, ageing

What Is Oryzanol?

Oryzanol is a mixture of ferulic acid esters and phytosterols found in rice bran oil. It provides significant antioxidant protection and may help absorb UV radiation, supporting sun protection efforts.

Research shows oryzanol can help protect skin from photoageing and environmental damage while providing moisturising and skin-conditioning benefits.

How widely it's used

0.2%
of skincare products contain this ingredient — placing it in the top 50% of most-used ingredients.
Most common in: Moisturisers Sunscreens

Regulatory information

Standardised cosmetic-ingredient identifiers used by regulators.

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INCI Name
ORYZANOL
Function
Antistatic, Skin Conditioning

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