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Oryza sativa bran, the rice bran, is used in cosmetic formulations, see also rice. Rice bran acts as a swelling agent (reduces the bulk density of cosmetic products), abrasive (has an abrasive effect, i.e. it removes impurities from the body surface, supports mechanical tooth cleaning and/or improves shine).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer