Description

Saccharum Officinarum Juice Extract is an xtract derived from the juice of the sugarcane plant (Saccharum officinarum), a member of the Poaceae family, used in cosmetics for its beneficial properties on the skin.

Composition and Chemical Structure:

Carbohydrates: Primarily sucrose, glucose, and fructose, providing hydration and nourishment to the skin.
Organic Acids: Contains organic acids like glycolic acid, which has exfoliating properties.
Minerals: Provides minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, and iron, which can contribute to skin health.
Vitamins: Traces of vitamins such as B vitamins and vitamin C, beneficial for skin well-being.
Polyphenols: Rich in antioxidants that help combat free radicals and protect the skin.

Physical Properties:

Appearance: Clear or slightly amber liquid, depending on the extraction process and concentration.
Color: Ranges from light yellow to amber.
Solubility: Water-soluble, facilitating its incorporation into cosmetic formulations.

Production Process:

Harvesting: Sugarcane is grown and harvested when it reaches maturity.
Juice Extraction: Juice is extracted through mechanical pressing of the sugarcane.
Filtration: Juice is filtered to remove impurities and solids.
Concentration: The juice may be concentrated to increase its effectiveness as an active ingredient.
Purification: Concentrated juice is purified to ensure high quality of the extract.
Formulation: Purified juice extract is used in cosmetic products or further processed according to the specific formulation needs.

Applications:

Cosmetics: Used in skincare products for its moisturizing, exfoliating, and antioxidant properties. Improves skin texture and tone, making it more radiant and smooth.
Personal Care Products: Included in body scrubs, masks, and cleansers for gentle exfoliation and nourishment.
Hair Care: Incorporated into shampoos and conditioners for its hydrating and revitalizing properties on hair.

Environmental and Safety Considerations:

Sustainability: Ensure that juice extraction is conducted using sustainable methods to reduce environmental impact.
Safety: Generally considered safe for use in cosmetics. Allergy and irritation testing is recommended, especially in formulations for sensitive skin.

INCI Name:


Deodorant agent. When substances that give off an unpleasant odour are included in cosmetic formulations (typical examples are methyl mercaptan and hydrogen sulphide derived from garlic), deodorants attenuate or eliminate the unpleasant exhalation. It helps counteract the formation of bad odours on body surfaces.

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