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Anua Rice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder is a multi-purpose exfoliating cleanser designed to refine skin texture and promote a radiant glow.
This unique powder-to-foam formula gently removes impurities while providing mild exfoliation for smoother, brighter skin. Enriched with rice extract water, arbutin, and ceramide, it helps balance skin tone, enhance hydration, and strengthen the skin barrier. Use it as a daily cleanser or a wash-off mask for an instant glass-skin effect. Suitable for normal skin types.
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Directions
How To Use Anua Rice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder
As a Cleanser: Mix a small amount of rice powder with water to create a paste. Gently massage onto damp skin, then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
As a Mask: Mix the powder with water or Rice 70+ Toner to form a thicker paste. Apply evenly to the face, leave on for 5 to 10 minutes, then rinse off for a radiant, glowy, and smoother complexion.
A plant-derived starch used to absorb excess moisture and provide soft, lightweight thickening.
May suit
People who prefer plant-derived ingredients or want lightweight oil absorption without a powdery feel.
Worth knowing
It is commonly used in dry shampoos and styling products to create a soft, natural finish. It can also help reduce greasiness while maintaining a smooth texture.
KaolinThickeners and stabilisers
Absorbent mineral clay
Kaolin is a fine white clay used to absorb excess oil and provide gentle cleansing or texture in haircare products.
May suit
Those with oily scalps or those using styling products that benefit from a matte, volumising effect.
Worth knowing
Kaolin is a naturally occurring clay that can help improve product texture while offering mild cleansing without stripping. It is commonly used in scalp treatments, masks and texturising products.
Sodium BicarbonatepH adjusters
pH adjuster
Helps adjust a product’s pH and can provide mild cleansing or deodorising effects.
May suit
Those using clarifying or scalp-focused products may find it relevant.
Worth knowing
It is often included in small amounts to support formula stability or enhance cleansing performance. In rinse-off products it contributes to overall product feel rather than acting as a primary cleanser.
Sodium Lauroyl GlutamateCleansers / surfactants
Mild surfactant
A gentle amino‑acid‑based cleanser that helps lift away oils and buildup.
May suit
People looking for mild cleansing, including those with dry, fine or colour‑treated hair.
Worth knowing
It is known for producing a soft, low‑irritancy lather and is often used in gentler shampoo formulas. It can also support a smoother feel compared with stronger surfactants.
Citric AcidpH adjusters
pH adjuster
Fine-tunes the product pH, which can help the hair surface feel smooth.
May suit
Most hair types as part of a balanced formula.
Worth knowing
Usually present in small amounts to balance the formula.
Sodium PolyacrylateThickeners and stabilisers
Thickener and stabiliser
A synthetic polymer used to thicken, stabilise and improve the texture of haircare formulations.
May suit
Those who prefer products with a smoother, more consistent texture or enhanced spreadability.
Worth knowing
It helps formulas stay uniform and can also provide light film-forming benefits that support styling performance.
DiglycerinHumectants
Moisture-binding humectant
Helps attract and retain moisture in hair and scalp.
May suit
Those looking to improve hydration, softness or manageability in dry or dehydrated hair.
Worth knowing
Diglycerin is similar to glycerin but can offer a slightly heavier, longer-lasting hydration effect in formulations. It is commonly used to support smoother, more flexible hair.
AllantoinConditioning agents
Scalp‑soothing conditioner
Allantoin helps soothe the scalp and condition the hair and skin.
May suit
Those with a sensitive or easily irritated scalp may appreciate its calming effect.
Worth knowing
It is widely used in personal care for its comforting feel and compatibility with many formulas. In haircare, it supports a smoother, more comfortable scalp experience.
AquaSolvents
Solvent
The water base that carries and dissolves the other ingredients in most products.
May suit
All hair and skin types.
Worth knowing
Almost always the first ingredient listed in water-based products.
PapainAnti-dandruff / scalp care
Enzymatic exfoliant
Papain is a proteolytic enzyme that helps gently break down dead skin cells on the scalp.
May suit
Those looking for mild exfoliation to support a clearer, balanced scalp environment.
Worth knowing
Enzyme-based exfoliants like papain can offer a gentler alternative to scrub-based or acidic exfoliants. It is typically used in low concentrations to refresh the scalp without physical abrasion.
Butylene GlycolHumectants
Humectant and solvent
Butylene Glycol helps attract and hold moisture while improving the spreadability of hair products.
May suit
Those looking for hydrated, smoother-feeling hair or lighter-feeling formulations.
Worth knowing
It is commonly used to help ingredients dissolve and to give formulas a soft, glide-on texture. It appears in many leave-in and rinse-off products due to its versatility.
2-HexanediolSolvents
Solvent and humectant
Helps dissolve other ingredients and provides light moisture to haircare formulas.
May suit
Those interested in lightweight, non-greasy formulas that spread easily.
Worth knowing
It is also used as a preservative booster to support formula stability.
Ceramide NPConditioning agents
Hair-conditioning lipid
A ceramide that helps reinforce the hair’s protective barrier and support moisture retention.
May suit
Those with dry, damaged or chemically treated hair seeking smoother, more resilient strands.
Worth knowing
Ceramides are lipids naturally present in hair and are often added to formulations to help improve feel and manageability. They can complement conditioning agents by supporting the hair’s surface structure.
Ascorbic AcidpH adjusters
pH adjuster / antioxidant
Ascorbic Acid is a form of vitamin C used to help adjust pH and support formula stability.
May suit
People using clarifying or colour-care products may appreciate its ability to support brightness and maintain product performance.
Worth knowing
It can also function as an antioxidant, helping protect formulas from oxidation. Its presence does not typically affect how a product feels or performs on the hair.
GlucoseHumectants
Humectant
Helps attract and retain moisture in hair and scalp.
May suit
Those looking to improve hydration and softness in dry or textured hair.
Worth knowing
Glucose is a simple sugar used in haircare to support moisture balance and enhance product feel. It is commonly combined with other conditioning ingredients for improved results.
Tartaric AcidpH adjusters
pH adjuster
Helps regulate the pH of haircare formulas for stability and performance.
May suit
Those interested in balanced, salon-grade formulations that rely on controlled pH.
Worth knowing
As an alpha hydroxy acid, it is primarily used in haircare for its ability to fine‑tune pH rather than for exfoliation. It supports product consistency and ensures other ingredients work as intended.
Lactic AcidpH adjusters
pH adjuster
Helps adjust and maintain the product’s pH for optimal performance.
May suit
Those looking for formulas that help smooth the cuticle or gently refine the scalp surface.
Worth knowing
Lactic Acid can also provide mild hydrating and smoothing benefits in haircare. Its pH-balancing role helps support product stability and performance.
Hydrolysed Rice ProteinProteins and amino acids
Strengthening protein
A plant-derived protein that helps reinforce and condition the hair.
May suit
People looking to support hair strength, smoothness or light-volume effects.
Worth knowing
It can help improve the feel of damaged or fine hair without the weight of some heavier proteins.
Hydrolysed Rice ProteinProteins and amino acids
Strengthening protein
A plant-derived protein that helps reinforce and condition the hair.
May suit
People looking to support hair strength, smoothness or light-volume effects.
Worth knowing
It can help improve the feel of damaged or fine hair without the weight of some heavier proteins.
Caprylyl GlycolHumectants
Humectant
Helps attract and hold moisture in hair and scalp while supporting product stability.
May suit
Those looking for added hydration or smoother-feeling hair.
Worth knowing
It is also commonly used as a preservative booster to help maintain formula freshness. It is well tolerated in most haircare products.