Saccharum officinarum (Sugarcane) wax
AKA: Sugarcane Wax
Plant-Derived
Emulsifier
Barrier Support
Wax
Not Clean
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
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
Traditional Use
Sugarcane wax is a modern ingredient derived from sugarcane polish, developed as a sustainable plant-based alternative to petroleum-derived waxes in the 20th century. It is used as an emollient and thickening agent in contemporary cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR