Our Take
A daily moisturising leave-in from the Rice Water range formulated with rice water, safflower oil, castor oil, coconut oil, and yuzu for softness, shine, and moisture retention throughout the day. Contains Hydrolyzed Milk Protein for mild structural support. Worth noting clearly: this product contains Cyclopentasiloxane — it is not CGM-approved, and curlies who follow the Curly Girl Method strictly should choose a different leave-in from the range. For everyone else, it delivers genuine moisture retention and a noticeable improvement in manageability for dry or high-porosity hair.
Who is this for?
Our assessment — not the brand's claim
Curl Pattern
Porosity
Free From
Ingredients at a Glance
Water
Universal solvent and primary base of most hair products.
Coconut Oil
Penetrating oil that reduces protein loss and moisturises.
Sorbitol
Sugar alcohol humectant that attracts moisture.
Capryloyl Glycerin Sebacic Acid Copolymer
Natural film-forming conditioning copolymer from coconut and castor oil. Silicone alternat…
Hydrolyzed Milk Protein
Milk proteins hydrolyzed into small fragments that bind to the hair shaft. Strengthens, co…
Free From
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How to Use
Apply to damp or dry hair daily as a moisturiser. Distribute from roots to ends, focusing on drier sections. Do not rinse. Style as usual or use as a refresher between wash days.
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Details
- Type
- Leave-In Conditioner
- Line
- Rice Water
- Price tier
- mid
- Routine step
- Leave-In
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