murphySaccharum officinarum (Sugarcane) wax
AKA: Sugarcane Wax
Plant-Derived
Emulsifier
Barrier Support
Wax
Not Clean
OriginNative to Tropical regions, Caribbean, Brazil. Derived from sugarcane plants (Saccharum officinarum) in the Poaceae family, native to tropical regions including Brazil and the Caribbean. Extracted through pressing or solvent extraction of the waxy coating from sugarcane plant surfaces.
Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Wax is a cosmetic ingredient used as binding, emulsion stabilising, skin protecting. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Poaceae (Grass family)
Plant Part
Whole Plant
Lifeform
Perennial or rhizomatous geophyte
Climate
Seasonally dry tropical
CAS #
91722-22-4
Form
Wax
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Binding
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR