VT Rice Ceramide Serum is a serum with 77 ingredients. It is rated "use caution" in pregnancy because it contains Kojic Acid. Common allergens: niacinamide.
Sensitive skin: niacinamide Why?
- niacinamide: A popular, well-tolerated ingredient that can cause redness or flushing for a few people, especially at high strengths.
These flags don't affect the pregnancy rating. They point out the ingredients most likely to make skincare sting, itch, or cause a rash. If your skin is sensitive, or one of them has bothered you before, you may want to skip the product or patch-test it first. Most people use them without a problem.
How we flag ingredientsWhat does it do?
A serum is a concentrated treatment used before moisturizer.
Based on its ingredients, it's made to:
Evens out skin tone
Used to fade dark spots and marks and even out skin tone over time.
From Niacinamide (no. 3), Kojic Acid (no. 37)
Targets fine lines and firmness
Ingredients used for fine lines, firmness, and smoother texture.
From Adenosine (no. 24), Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (no. 66), Copper Tripeptide-1 (no. 67), Oligopeptide-29 (no. 68)
Hydrates
Draws water into the skin, so it feels plumper and less tight.
From Glycerin (no. 4), Panthenol (no. 10), Sodium Hyaluronate (no. 31), Hyaluronic Acid (no. 46)
Supports the skin barrier
Helps skin hold on to moisture and protect itself, which matters most for dry or irritated skin.
From Niacinamide (no. 3), Ceramide NP (no. 34), Cholesterol (no. 57), Ceramide AP (no. 73)
Calms and soothes
Ingredients used to calm redness and irritation.
Worked out from the ingredient list. Labels don't show amounts, so how well it works depends on the formula and your skin.
Is VT Rice Ceramide Serum safe to use during pregnancy?
Jouaxia rates VT Rice Ceramide Serum "Use caution" for pregnancy because it contains Kojic Acid. Kojic acid: There's no human pregnancy data, so a 2022 review doesn't recommend it until more is known. Little is absorbed and animal studies report no harm, and the EU limits it to 1% (Putra et al. 2022, EU Regulation 2024/996). This is general information, not medical advice. Check with your OB-GYN or dermatologist.
Does VT Rice Ceramide Serum contain fragrance or other common allergens?
Yes. VT Rice Ceramide Serum contains niacinamide, which can bother sensitive skin. This doesn't affect its pregnancy rating, and most people use these ingredients without a problem; if your skin is sensitive or you've reacted to one before, patch-test it first or look for an alternative.
Is it OK for kids and teens?
Kids (ages 3–11)
Gentle for kids
No ingredients we flag for children: no anti-aging actives, strong acids, fragrance, or essential oils.
Teens (ages 12–17)
Teen-friendly
No ingredients we flag for teens. Acne treatments like benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid are fine.
Helps with acne: Niacinamide.
General guidance from the ingredient list, not medical advice. For babies under 3, or skin problems that don't get better, ask a doctor. How we rate for kids and teens · Skincare for teens
What are the ingredients in VT Rice Ceramide Serum?
77 ingredients. The ones we flag come first, with their place on the label. Select an ingredient to see what it does.
Kojic Acid no. 37 on the label
Use caution in pregnancy: Kojic acid. There's no human pregnancy data, so a 2022 review doesn't recommend it until more is known. Little is absorbed and animal studies report no harm, and the EU limits it to 1% (Putra et al. 2022, EU Regulation 2024/996).
Niacinamide no. 3 on the label
Sensitive skin: niacinamide.
75 other ingredients: nothing flaggedShow
- 1.Water
- 2.Butylene Glycol
- 4.Glycerin
- 5.1,2-Hexanediol
- 6.Propanediol
- 7.Triethylhexanoin
- 8.Methyl Gluceth-20
- 9.Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract
- 10.Panthenol
- 11.Agar
- 12.Betaine
- 13.Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
- 14.Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Water
- 15.Carbomer
- 16.Ethylhexylglycerin
- 17.Hydrogenated Lecithin
- 18.Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
- 19.Cetearyl Olivate
- 20.Tromethamine
- 21.Sorbitan Olivate
- 22.Allantoin
- 23.Sodium Citrate
- 24.Adenosine
- 25.Tocopherol
- 26.Xanthan Gum
- 27.Disodium Edta
- 28.Citric Acid
- 29.Chamaecyparis Obtusa Oil
- 30.Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil
- 31.Sodium Hyaluronate
- 32.Sodium Polyacrylate
- 33.Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract
- 34.Ceramide NP
- 35.Squalane
- 36.Ferulic Acid
- 38.Maltodextrin
- 39.Polyether-1
- 40.Nicotinamide Mononucleotide
- 41.Oryza Sativa (Rice) Germ Extract
- 42.Rice Ferment Filtrate (Sake)
- 43.Caprylyl Glycol
- 44.Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Extract
- 45.Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
- 46.Hyaluronic Acid
- 47.Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
- 48.Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
- 49.Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
- 50.Potassium Hyaluronate
- 51.Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
- 52.Pentylene Glycol
- 53.Oat Amino Acids
- 54.Silk Amino Acids
- 55.Oryzanol
- 56.Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
- 57.Cholesterol
- 58.Collagen Amino Acids
- 59.Keratin Amino Acids
- 60.Milk Amino Acids
- 61.Rice Amino Acids
- 62.Sesame Amino Acids
- 63.Yeast Amino Acids
- 64.Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
- 65.Hydrolyzed Collagen
- 66.Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
- 67.Copper Tripeptide-1
- 68.Oligopeptide-29
- 69.Oligopeptide-32
- 70.Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
- 71.Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols
- 72.Stearic Acid
- 73.Ceramide AP
- 74.Ceramide AS
- 75.Ceramide Eop
- 76.Ceramide NG
- 77.Ceramide NS
Ingredient list from YesStyle. Formulas change, so check the packaging of the product you buy.