Description

Saccharum Officinarum Extract is derived from the sugarcane plant, a member of the Poaceae family. This extract is commonly used in various cosmetic and skincare products for its beneficial properties.

Chemical Composition and Structure:

Carbohydrates: The extract contains sugars such as sucrose, glucose, and fructose, which are the primary active components.
Fibers: Includes dietary fibers that can have exfoliating properties.
Minerals: Provides minerals like calcium, magnesium, potassium, and iron.
Vitamins: Contains trace amounts of vitamins, including B vitamins and vitamin C.
Polyphenols: Rich in antioxidant compounds that help to neutralize free radicals.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: The extract is usually a clear to light amber liquid, depending on its concentration and processing.
Color: It can range from light yellow to amber.
Solubility: Saccharum Officinarum Extract is soluble in water, making it easy to incorporate into aqueous formulations.

Production Process:

Harvesting: Sugarcane is grown in tropical and subtropical climates and harvested when mature.
Extraction: The juice is extracted from the harvested canes using mechanical presses.
Filtration: The extracted juice is filtered to remove impurities.
Concentration: The juice is then concentrated to obtain the extract.
Purification: The extract is purified to ensure it is free from contaminants.
Formulation: The purified extract is used in cosmetic formulations or further processed depending on its intended use.

Applications:

Cosmetics: Used in skincare products for its moisturizing, exfoliating, and brightening properties. It helps to improve skin texture and tone.
Personal Care Products: Incorporated into body scrubs, masks, and cleansers for its gentle exfoliating action.
Hair Care: Found in shampoos and conditioners for its moisturizing and nourishing effects on hair.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Sustainability: It is important to source sugarcane extract from sustainable practices to minimize environmental impact.
Safety: Generally considered safe for use in cosmetics. It should be tested for allergenicity and irritancy, especially in sensitive formulations.

INCI Name:


Moisturizing. This ingredient is responsible for preventing the evaporation of moisture from the skin and improving cellular activity. When exposed to cold or hot air currents, the skin absorbs water from its inner layer to compensate for the evaporated water. If the draught phenomenon persists, the stratum corneum is dry and, if at all, damaged.

Skin conditioning agent. It is the mainstay of topical skin treatment as it has the function of restoring, increasing or improving skin tolerance to external factors, including melanocyte tolerance. The most important function of the conditioning agent is to prevent skin dehydration, but the subject is rather complex and involves emollients and humectants that can be added in the formulation.
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CAS: 91722-22-4 EC number 294-424-5