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​The Ordinary Launches Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion - Lightweight Moisturiser for 24-Hour Hydration

BusinessK Puspa21 Jul 2026

July, 21: The Ordinary has launched Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion, an intensely hydrating moisturiser with an ultra-light, fluid texture. The latest addition to the brand’s ‘Seal’ category challenges the notion that deep hydration requires a rich, heavy cream, delivering 24-hour hydration in a nearly weightless formula.

NEW LAUNCH: ​The Ordinary Launches Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion - Lightweight Moisturiser for 24-Hour Hydration

As demand grows for milky, lightweight textures inspired by K-Beauty, consumers are increasingly seeking formulations that combine sensorial appeal with high-performance results. Bringing this trend to the moisturiser category, The Ordinary is democratising a texture often associated with luxury skincare.

Powered by microfluidisation technology, Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion blends moisture-binding ingredients like Ectoin and Natural Moisturising Factors with barrier-supporting Rice Lipids and Jojoba Oil into a stable, ultra-light emulsion. The result is long-lasting hydration, nourishment, and barrier support without any greasy residue.

Rice Lipids: Lightweight, rice-derived lipids that help strengthen the skin barrier, lock in moisture, and provide long-lasting hydration without a greasy feel.

Ectoin: A moisture-binding ingredient that deeply hydrates, soothes skin, and helps protect against environmental stress.

Jojoba Oil: A skin-compatible oil rich in wax esters that moisturises and supports a healthy skin barrier.

Natural Moisturising Factors: Skin-identical amino acids and electrolytes that attract and retain water for lasting hydration.

Rice Lipids + Ectoin Microemulsion will:

  • Deliver 24-hour soothing hydration

  • Reduce visible skin redness in 1 use

  • Repair the skin barrier in 1 use

  • Support skin to look more radiant and dewy after 1 use

  • Smooth the look of uneven skin texture

  • Soothe signs of sensitivity and irritation

Apply a small amount to the face in the morning & evening. To increase skin luminosity, we recommend pairing it with The Ordinary’s Saccharomyces Ferment 30 percentage Milky