Saccharum officinarum (Sugarcane) bagasse powder

AKA: Sugarcane Bagasse Powder
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Not Clean
Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Bagasse Powder is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
91722-22-4
Form
Powder
Functions
Absorbent
Draws In Moisture
Conditions Skin
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.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Uneven Texture
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR