Full size Rice Polish Gentle with cap off

The Rice Polish: Gentle

Foaming Enzyme Exfoliant Powder

$69

Size: 60 g / 2.1 oz.

Full Size Mini

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Recommended for
Brightening, Dullness, Smoothing

Formulated without
Mineral oil, sulfates, detergents, parabens, urea, DEA, TEA, phthalates.

Fragrance-free, Dermatologist Tested, Cruelty-free

Ingredients

Microcrystalline Cellulose, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder, Sodium Lauryl Phosphate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Lauryl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate, Saccharomyces/Rice Ferment Filtrate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Cladosiphon Okamuranus Extract, Papain, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Kaolin, Propanediol, Dextrin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phytosteryl/Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Silica, Tocopherol, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Ultramarines (Ci 77007)

The Rice Polish: Gentle60 g | 2.1 oz.

$69

Benefits

Polish your skin for a silky smooth feel

Gently exfoliates for smoother skin

Restores a healthy-looking radiance

Targets flakiness and tightness

Woman washing face with Rice Polish Classic

Clinical Results

Proven to reveal smoother skin in 1 use*

100%	Showed improvement in skin texture after 1 use*
100%	Showed improvement in moisturization after 1 use**

^*Based on an expert grading clinical study of 40 panelists.
^**Based on a bio-instrumentation study of 40 panelists.

Model creating foam in hands with The Rice Polish and water before application.

How to Use

Give your skin a new beginning

Begin with wet hands and face. Pour ½ teaspoon of powder into hands and rub together to create a creamy foam. Gently massage onto face for 15 seconds, avoiding the eye area. Rinse with warm water.

Pairs best with

The Camellia Cleansing Oil

From $20

ingredients

Gentle Japanese exfoliants with moisturizing essentials

Japanese Rice Bran (komenuka)

Provides gentle physical exfoliation

Papaya Enzymes

Provides gentle enzymatic exfoliation

Licorice Root

Soothes & visibly evens tone

Inspired by the centuries-old Japanese ritual of bathing in rice water for smooth, luminous skin.

Image of rice, green tea and algae in petri dishes

Powered by proprietary complex Hadasei-3™

Three Japanese ingredients, double-fermented to unlock 400+ micronutrients that boost skin's resilience to daily stressors.

Suggested Ritual

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Overall rating: 4.7853 / 5 from 517 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Rice Polish: Gentle is highly appreciated for its gentle exfoliation, leaving skin feeling clean, soft, and refreshed. Customers love its performance and effectiveness in removing dead skin cells, making it a popular choice for achieving a youthful and healthy look.

Summary topics

Skin Feel (35%): Many customers appreciated how this product made their skin feel soft, hydrated, and youthful.
Exfoliation Effectiveness (16%): Many customers brought up that the exfoliation of this product is great and the best on the market.
Cleanser Performance (8%): It was noted by customers that this cleanser is absolutely amazing, perfect, and their favorite.
Skin Appearance (5%): Customers expressed satisfaction with how this product makes their skin look amazing, healthy, and youthful.
Skin Sensation (17%): Many customers expressed appreciation for how this product makes their skin feel clean, soft, and refreshed.

Review topics: [size, fragrance, irritation, issues, improvement, weight, wrinkles, scent, skin, results, feels, works, packaging, design, texture, felt, ingredients, look, face, price, scrub, formula, amount, difference, glow, complexion, jar, exfoliation, container, redness].

Review highlights

"This makes my skin look very good it cleans well without drying out my face and gives me a clear complexion" — Trish
"The Rice Polish Gentle is awesome, it cleans well without drying out my skin or causing a reaction." — Shalamarmermaid
"They also have polish for normal and oily skin as well." — Mike K.

Reviews

Nothing "gentle" for me

"My mom highly recommended this cleanser and ordered it for me. The following morning after I used it for the first time, I had red marks all over my cheeks, which increased as the days went by. The dermatologist diagnosed contact dermatitis caused by either the papaya enzymes or the rice micro grains contained in the product. I understand not everyone might have the same reaction after using this product, but this is a word of caution for those with very sensitive skin."

— rmduenas (1/5)

Gentle exfoliation!

"Love the packaging! The product foams after mixing with water. Super gentle exfoliation and skin feels smooth but don’t think I could use daily as it is slightly drying so I rotate it into my routine every other day."

— Elise (4/5)

So far so good!

"I purchased the trial size to see if the product worked in my sensitive African American skin. I have used it twice and loved my skin after use for its softness. I will determine buying more product after finishing this jar and sewing end results."

— Kathy W. (5/5)

Nothing like it!

"I was shocked to see a difference after one day - incredible! The feel is smooth and rinses clean."

— Deb H. (5/5)

Gentle Exfoliation

"Love this product! It proves gentle exfoliation but is not drying. I have recommended it to others often!"

— Linda S. (5/5)

Perfect for gentle exfoliation

"I was skeptical of the ability to foam from a powder, but I was surprised! The powder does turn to a thicker hydrating foamy consistency once you start to rub into your skin. It gently, but efficively, cleaned my skin. I didn't feel dry or tight afterwards, and my skin soaked up the serum stick very quickly. I use this product 2 times a week without dryness on my mature skin."

— Margaret H. (5/5)

Not really sure how I

"Not really sure how I feel about this yet. I think I ordered the wrong rice polish, maybe? I used this the other night, so I'm not sure yet."

— T P. (3/5)

Glowing

"Game changer. My skin glows after I use it"

— Debora O. (5/5)

Smooth skin

"The Tatcha Gentle Rice Polish leaves my skin so smooth and radiant. Reduces appearance of fine lines and flaky skin for a healthy glow. Preps my skin for my Tatcha skin regiment of Essence, Dewy Serum and cream. Skin looks so healthy and youthful."

— Deborah H. (5/5)

Great exfoliation

"Great exfoliation"

— Ann T. (5/5)

Q&A

Can we use Thatcha product while being pregnant?: We created our collection to be pregnancy-friendly. We formulate without mineral oil, synthetic fragrances, sulfate detergents, parabens, urea, DEA, TEA, and phthalates. We also do not formulate with retinoids, which is an ingredient you'll want to avoid when you are pregnant and breastfeeding. If you have any allergies or specific concerns, it’s always a good idea to consult with your doctor. A full ingredient list is available on Tatcha.com on each product page under the "Ingredients" tab. If there is anything else I can assist you with please let me know.
Why is it important to use the Camellia Cleansing Oil first if I’d like to use the Gentle Rice Polish for more than 15 seconds ?: We recommend using the Camellia Cleansing Oil to remove all makeup, dirt, and pollution from the day leaving skin pure but not stripped of moisture. Next, use the Rice Polish to resurface the skin revealing the baby soft skin beneath. We recommend the Rice Polish for 15 seconds only and rinse. If you discover using only the Rice Polish makes your skin happy, by all means you may do it that way. There are no strict rules to follow.
Hi! What is the difference between Classic and Gentle?: Classic is ideal for normal and combination skin and helps nourish and balance the skin with pearl extract. The Gentle is more ideal for dry skin and has licorice to help dry skin from feeling tight after exfoliating.
I would like the kit with the night cream: Hi! If you need help finding a set, please kindly email customercare@tatcha.com and a specialist will help guide you.
I love Tatcha products but for some reason my skin breaks out all over every time I ise the rice polish. I have tried all of them but the same thing happens. Could this be my skin adjusting to the product or am I using it wrong? I have only been doing once a week but still get the irritation/breakouts.: Thank you for your question. It could be your skin purging impurities. This usually lasts a week before subsiding. Also, always use the Rice Polish with water. It should be turned into a soft foam and all the grains dissolved before you apply to the skin. Then apply it for 15 seconds and then rinse. We hope this helps.

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