The Rice Wash Skin-Softening Cleanser

Tatcha The Rice Wash is a creamy cleanser for anyone who finishes washing their face and immediately feels tight. It lifts off a day's worth of makeup, oil and grime, then hands moisture back instead of taking it away — so skin is left soft, clean and lit up rather than squeaky.

What it actually does

• Cleans without the stripped feeling. The base is pH-neutral and built on amino acids, which Tatcha says lifts away grime while keeping skin silky and still moisturised.
• Puts hydration back as it washes. Hyaluronic acid and red algae top up the skin's moisture reserve for a plumper, hydrated look.
• Softens the surface. Japanese rice powder does the gentle cleansing work and, per the brand, leaves the surface petal-soft when you touch it.
• Boosts luminosity. The amino-acid-rich formula is designed to visibly soften and bring up a lit-from-within glow rather than a flat matte finish.
• Texture: a cream that whips into a light foam in your hands.
• Formula notes: gluten-free, vegan and cruelty-free.

Brand-reported results

Tatcha's own testing, quoted as the brand publishes it. Self-assessment on 25 panelists: 96% agreed skin looked clarified, 92% agreed it felt softer, 88% agreed it felt more hydrated. A separate Novameter (bio-instrumentation) study on 21 panelists measured an average hydration increase of 41% six hours after use. Self-reported and instrument-measured brand data — your own results will vary.

How to use

1. Start wet. Wet hands, wet face — the formula needs water to foam.
2. Squeeze a small amount into your palms and rub them together until it turns into a creamy lather.
3. Massage over the face, then rinse off completely.
4. Use it daily — it's gentle enough for morning and evening.

Is it right for you?

Questions

Will it take off my makeup on its own?

Tatcha describes it as removing the daily accumulation of makeup, oil and dirt, so for light to medium makeup one wash is enough. For heavy base or waterproof eye products, most people prefer an oil or balm first and this as the second cleanse.

Does a cream cleanser actually foam?

It starts as a cream and turns into a soft foam once you rub it between wet palms. It won't produce the dense, squeaky lather of a sulfate gel — that's intentional, since the goal is cleaning without stripping.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. Pieces already in stock reach you at the short end of that window.

What payment methods do you accept?

Credit card, debit card, Instapay and mobile wallets. There is no cash on delivery.

Can I return it?

Only for defective, damaged or expired items, reported within 1 day of delivery. Once approved, your refund goes back to the original payment method within 15–30 days.