TATCHA Rice Wash Cream-to-Foam Facial Cleanser — Japanese Rice Powder, Gentle Hydrating Cleanse

TATCHA The Rice Wash is a gentle cream-to-foam facial cleanser that lifts makeup, oil, and daily grime while preserving skin moisture for a softer, luminous finish.

This lightweight, cream-based cleanser draws on the Japanese tradition of rice water cleansing and modern surfactant science to remove impurities without leaving skin feeling tight. Formulated with amino-acid rich surfactants and finely milled Japanese rice powder, it foams into a velvety lather that cleans while supporting a healthy skin pH and visible softness.

How will this cleanser fit into my daily skin routine?

The Rice Wash works as either a morning refresh or the first step in your evening double-cleanse. Use a small amount and massage over damp skin to lift surface oils and makeup, then rinse completely to reveal a clean base for serums and moisturizers.

• Use alone in the morning to remove sweat, pollution, and excess oil.
• Use as step one in the evening to dissolve sunscreen and light makeup before a second, deeper cleanser if needed.
• Compatible with most serums and moisturizers because it supports skin’s natural pH.

Will it dry out sensitive or dry skin?

The formula is designed to be non-stripping: it cleanses with gentle amino-acid surfactants and leaves behind moisture-supporting components. Most users report softened, hydrated-feeling skin right after rinsing rather than the tightness associated with harsh cleansers.

• Amino-acid rich base helps maintain hydration balance while cleansing.
• Creamy texture converts to a soft foam that lifts impurities without aggressive stripping.
• Clinically observed increases in skin hydration were recorded after use (see study notes on packaging).

How does the rice powder help my skin?

Finely milled Japanese rice powder acts as a natural clarifier and absorbent that helps smooth texture and reduce surface dullness. It works with the cleanser’s mild foam to polish lightly while maintaining a gentle touch suitable for daily use.

• Rice powder provides gentle physical refinement for a smoother skin appearance.
• Inspired by traditional rice-water rituals used to promote clarity and glow.
• Combined with modern surfactants to balance cleansing and comfort.

How quickly will I see results?

Individual results vary, but many users notice softer, cleaner-feeling skin after the first use and improved luminosity with regular use. Clinical and instrumental studies performed by the brand observed measurable hydration and perceived clarification within hours to one week among participants.

• Instant: skin feels cleansed and softer immediately after rinsing.
• Short term: many users notice reduced surface dullness within days of consistent use.
• Study-backed: brand studies reported hydration gains and perceived clarification in controlled panels.

Who is this for? The Rice Wash is suitable for anyone seeking a mild but effective daily cleanser that removes everyday makeup, oil, and pollution without leaving skin feeling tight—especially people who prefer a creamy, foaming texture and appreciate formulations inspired by Japanese cleansing traditions. It’s appropriate for normal, combination, dry, and sensitive skin types looking to maintain moisture balance while clarifying texture and boosting natural radiance.

Ingredients

"AQUA/WATER/EAU, MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE, PROPANEDIOL, SODIUM COCOYL GLUTAMATE, GLYCERIN, ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, SODIUM CAPROYL METHYLTAURATE, COCO-BETAINE, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, SACCHAROMYCES/CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF/CLADOSIPHON OKAMURANUS/RICE FERMENT FILTRATE*, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) POWDER, CHONDRUS CRISPUS EXTRACT, SODIUM HYALURONATE, BETAPHYCUS GELATINUM EXTRACT, LAURYL GLUCOSIDE, POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE, POLYQUATERNIUM-39, SODIUM CARBONATE, GLUCONOLACTONE, CITRUS AURANTIUM BERGAMIA PEEL OIL, CITRUS LIMON PEEL OIL, LAVANDULA OIL/EXTRACT, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, LINALYL ACETATE, PINENE, PHENOXYETHANOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, SODIUM BENZOATE, ALCOHOL *HADASEI-3"