Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion — Reddit Reviews
by The Ordinary
Updated August 7, 2026
Serum-like, lightweight texture that's actually moisturizing and non-greasy
What the community says
Lightweight emulsion with rice lipids and ectoin delivers hydration without heaviness or shine, making it ideal for combination to dry skin types battling dehydration and redness while craving a subtle glow-free finish.
What this means for you
Backed by 5 threads from r/30PlusSkinCare, r/koreanskincare and 1 more.
Read the threads ↓What people love
- Serum-like, lightweight texture that's actually moisturizing and non-greasy
- Low-irritant ectoin calms redness, suitable for sensitive, eczema-prone skin
- No scent or stickiness, layers well under makeup or heavier creams
Watch out for
- Thin consistency may feel insufficient alone for very dry skin or severe dehydration
- Not a heavy occlusive, so some users need additional moisturizer or oils for lasting hydration
- Some report hydration fades quickly and needs frequent reapplication
Product details
Skin type data limited
Where to buy
Real Reddit threads
5 threads from r/30PlusSkinCare, r/koreanskincare +1 more
“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.”
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“I love the light texture especially as we are heading into summer.”
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“It sounds like you’d like The Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion from The Ordinary.”
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“It has a serum-like consistency ... so it’s lightweight but very rich and moisturizing.”
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“I ended up going with the The Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion, and I love it. I’ve been using it for the past few days and it might legitimately be my new HG”
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“I have been using The Ordinary Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion for about a month.”
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“The texture is thin, but moisturizimg.”
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“My skin is combination.”
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“You might try The Ordinary's Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion.”
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“It has no noticeable scent and is surprisingly hydrating to be so light.”
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“there is no glow, no slickness, and no stickiness.”
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“The Ordinary's Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion is another milky toner that I adore”
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“its incredibly affordable and accepted by the NEA.”
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“For your skin right now, I think the Dieux Skin Mercy would be your best overall option, followed by The Ordinary Microemulsion.”
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