What it is
Saccharum Officinarum Extract is derived from the sugarcane plant and contains sugars and naturally occurring acids associated with the plant. In skincare and sunscreen formulas it is used mainly as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent that can help the product feel soft and hydrated. It is generally present at low levels as a supporting ingredient.
Safety & warnings
At cosmetic concentrations sugarcane extract is generally well tolerated. As with any plant-derived ingredient, occasional sensitization is possible in predisposed individuals, and tolerability depends on extract purity and the finished formulation.
Origin & sourcing
Naturally derived from sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum), typically prepared as a water-based extract.
Questions everyone asks
What does sugarcane extract do in skincare?
It serves mainly as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent, helping support a soft, hydrated feel.
Is it an exfoliating acid?
It is used as a conditioning botanical; any naturally present acids are not the same as a formulated exfoliating acid treatment.