Saccharum Officinarum Extract

What is Saccharum Officinarum Extract?

Saccharum officinarum extract is the sugar cane-derived natural exfoliator and hydrator—a multitasking ingredient containing natural glycolic acid along with vitamins and minerals enhanced through fermentation. This sugar cane extract delivers gentle exfoliation while simultaneously providing moisture-binding polysaccharides. Think of it as nature's sweet spot between renewal and nourishment. It's the skincare equivalent of pruning a plant to encourage healthier growth—removing what's no longer serving while strengthening what remains. For those seeking gentle exfoliation with additional hydrating benefits, saccharum officinarum extract offers a natural source of alpha-hydroxy acids in a matrix of complementary nutrients that reduces the potential irritation often associated with synthetic acids, making it particularly suitable for sensitive skin that still needs cellular turnover enhancement.

Perfect For

Oily: Neutral effect on oily skin
Dry: Neutral effect on dry skin
Sensitive: Neutral effect on sensitive skin
Combination: Depends on specific formulation and application technique
Mature: Neutral effect on mature skin

Ingredient Interactions

Works well with: most ingredients, hydrating ingredients, barrier supporting ingredients

Avoid combining with: highly concentrated acids

Notes: Generally well-tolerated and complementary to most skincare ingredients

References

Strength: Variable - See literature

Mechanisms:
• Mechanism of action depends on specific ingredient composition