ANUA Rice Enzyme Brightening Cleansing Powder
A multifaceted cleansing powder that foams into an exfoliating yet gentle treatment, designed to reveal brighter, smoother skin.
What It Is
This product by ANUA is a powder-to-foam cleansing and exfoliating treatment. It features rice powder/extract, papain enzyme and barrier-supporting ceramides. The powder transforms into a creamy foam when mixed with water, providing gentle exfoliation and cleansing without harsh abrasion. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
What It’s Used For
- Gently exfoliates dead skin cells and surface impurities to improve texture and clarity. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Brightens and evens skin tone by using rice extract and arbutin. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- Strengthens and protects the skin barrier with ceramides and rice-derived lipids. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- Functions as a dual-use product: cleansing treatment and occasional mask for deeper renewal. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
When To Use
Use after removing makeup or at the start of your routine for cleansing. It can be used daily as your cleanser, or 1-3 times per week as a mask depending on skin sensitivity and needs. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
How To Use
- Dispense approximately ½ teaspoon of powder into your hand and add a few drops of water.
- When the powder turns to a creamy foam, gently massage onto damp face avoiding eye area. Then rinse off thoroughly with lukewarm water. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
- For a mask usage: Mix a slightly larger amount of powder with more water or rice toner to a paste-like consistency, apply evenly to face, leave for 3-5 minutes, then massage gently and rinse. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Key Ingredients
- Rice Extract / Rice Powder (Oryza sativa): Rich in nutrients, supports skin brightness and smoothness. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
- Papain (Papaya enzyme): A natural enzyme that gently exfoliates dead skin cells without harsh abrasive action. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
- Ceramides (e.g., Ceramide?NP): Lipid molecules that help reinforce the skin barrier and prevent moisture loss. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
- Alpha-Arbutin: Known for helping to even skin tone and fade visible pigmentation. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}