Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion — Reddit Reviews
by The Ordinary
Updated November 6, 2026
2% ectoin and rice lipids deliver weightless, deeply hydrating barrier support; milky-toner texture.
What the community says
A toner-thin microemulsion pairing 2% ectoin, rice lipids, jojoba oil, and humectants for hydration that layers cleanly under sunscreen or cream. It suits dehydrated, oily, or combination skin, though severe dryness may need a heavier seal.
What this means for you
Backed by 26 threads from r/30PlusSkinCare, r/SkincareAddiction and 4 more.
Read the threads ↓What people love
- 2% ectoin with rice lipids for lightweight barrier support
- Milky-toner texture sinks in without grease or stickiness
- Layers neatly under sunscreen and thicker moisturizers
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Real Reddit threads — 51 mentions across 26 threads
The Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion on Reddit, in one place — 26 threads from r/30PlusSkinCare, r/SkincareAddiction and 4 more, summarized.
“The Ordinary Rice Lipids serum”
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“I have been using all of the moisturizing products for 2 years”
Positive
“I love the 30% AHA 2% BHA Peeling Solution, the Rice Lipids and Ectoin Microemulsion, and the Squalane lip balm.”
Positive
“Also love their multipeptide HA serum, and the one with copper, the AHA peel, multiple moisturizers including the rice lipids micro emulsion.”
Positive
“TO Rice lipids emulsion”
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“Currently enjoying The Ordinary’s rice lipids moisturizer as well, I use it at night and when I wake up my skin feels so plump and hydrated.”
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“I use it at night and when I wake up my skin feels so plump and hydrated.”
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“And i was using an eye cream until i ran out maybe a week ago and then started using the ordinary serum.”
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“I have oily skin and my favorite new moisturizer is The Ordinary Rice Lipids and Ectoin Microemulsion.”
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“It has the consistency of a toner, but it moisturizes beautifully.”
Positive
“I love the light texture especially as we are heading into summer.”
Positive
“I like The Oridnary’s Ectoin Microemulsion during the winter as my only night time skincare.”
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“during the winter as my only night time skincare”
Positive
“The Oridnary’s Ectoin Microemulsion”
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“Watery liquid: The Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion Moisturizer for Soothing Hydration & Reduced Redness”
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“Non-comedogenic moisturizer”
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“Here's a streamlined routine focused on anti-inflammation and barrier repair.”
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