TATCHA The Rice Polish water-activated exfoliant powder — creamy foam, gentle enzymatic polish for smoother, radiant skin

TATCHA The Rice Polish is a water-activated exfoliant powder that whips into a creamy foam to gently buff away dullness and reveal a smoother, glowing complexion.

Inspired by traditional Japanese rice bran rituals, this powder-to-foam exfoliant combines finely milled rice bran, silk protein and papaya enzymes to encourage natural skin turnover without harsh scrubbing. The pH-neutral, amino acid–based base cleanses while preserving moisture and supporting a healthy skin barrier. Use it as a replacement for your regular cleanser or as a weekly deep polish to refine texture and create a makeup-ready surface.

How does this exfoliant transform from powder to foam?

The product starts as a dry powder that activates with water into a lush, cloud-like foam. The texture shift allows the enzymes and finely ground rice bran to work evenly across skin without abrasion. The lightweight foam rinses clean, leaving skin soft rather than tight.

• Water-activated powder becomes creamy foam for even coverage
• Enzymes (papaya) gently dissolve dead skin cells
• Finely ground rice bran provides a non-abrasive polishing action
• Silk protein adds slip for comfortable application and rinse-off

What skin concerns can The Rice Polish address?

This formula helps smooth texture, minimize the look of pores and improve overall radiance over time. It’s designed to support visible surface clarity and reduce the appearance of uneven tone without stripping the skin. Regular use can help create a more even, refined canvas for makeup and skincare.

• Helps reduce the look of fine lines and uneven skin tone
• Clarifies congested areas and helps smooth rough texture
• Good for combination to oily skin in the deeper formula
• Non-abrasive approach supports a healthy-looking glow

Is it gentle enough for daily use and how does it protect skin’s moisture?

The Rice Polish is formulated with a pH-neutral amino acid base to cleanse effectively while preserving essential moisture and the skin barrier. Because it relies on enzymatic action and a fine rice polish rather than harsh grains, many people can use a lighter application more frequently or a deeper application less often. Always follow with your preferred moisturizer and sunscreen in daytime routines.

• pH-neutral amino acid base minimizes barrier disruption
• Non-abrasive rice bran reduces mechanical irritation
• Leaves skin supple and baby-soft when rinsed properly
• Compatible with follow-up serums and moisturizers

What makes TATCHA’s ingredients unique in this formula?

The Rice Polish blends traditional Japanese botanicals with modern skincare science. Hadasei-3 — a trio of green tea, rice and algae — complements the exfoliating act to help restore a radiant-looking surface. The Deep version adds Japanese Wild Rose to tighten the appearance of pores and clarify skin further.

• Hadasei-3 (green tea, rice, algae) for revitalizing plant support
• Japanese Rice Bran provides nourishing, finely milled exfoliation
• Papaya enzymes promote gentle chemical exfoliation
• Silk protein enhances texture and application slip

Who is this for: The Rice Polish is ideal for anyone seeking a refined, non-abrasive exfoliation experience—especially those with normal, combination, or oily skin who want a smoother surface and brighter-looking tone. If you prefer enzyme-based polishing over gritty scrubs and enjoy a luxurious, cloud-foam cleansing step, this powder-to-foam formula fits well into both daily and weekly routines. Note: patch-test if you have very sensitive or reactive skin and adjust frequency according to tolerance.

Ingredients

Microcrystalline Cellulose, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder, Sodium Lauryl Phosphate, Sodium Palmoyl Glutamate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Lauryl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate, Saccharomyces/Camellia Sinensis Leaf/Cladosiphon Okamuranus/Rice Ferment Filtrate*, Papain, Rosa Multiflora Fruit Extract, Belamcanda Chinensis Root Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran, Aqua/Water/Eau, Propanediol, Dextrin, Butylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Tocopherol, Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides (Ci 77492), Ultramarines (Ci 77007)