Saccharum officinarum (Sugarcane) bagasse powder
AKA “Sugarcane Powder”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Saccharum officinarum (Sugarcane) bagasse powder
AKA: Sugarcane Powder
Synthetic · Humectant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Humectant
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Science: Process: Drying + Milling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
91722-22-4
Form
Powder
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Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Cleanser
Draws In Moisture
Cleansing Surfactant
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Fights Bacteria
Draws moisture to skin
Lifts away dirt and oil
Traditional Use
Sugarcane bagasse has been used traditionally in Ayurvedic and folk medicine as a gentle abrasive for skin exfoliation. The fibrous byproduct became popular in modern cosmetics in the late 20th century as a natural alternative to synthetic scrubbing agents.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Uneven Texture
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR