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Sugar cane

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Sugar cane

Sugar cane extract noticeably softens acne scars, refines skin texture, and fades post-acne dark spots. It suits most skin types best and is typically found in gentle serums. Because it layers easily, you can slide it smoothly into your daily routine.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2011Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019

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Questions and answers

What does sugar cane do for the skin?

Sugar cane, as a source of glycolic acid, helps improve skin texture, reduce acne scars, and address post-acne pigmentation.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2011Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019

How do you use sugar cane?

Sugar cane is typically used in chemical peels and topical skincare products to exfoliate the skin and improve texture. Studies show that professional glycolic acid peels are often combined with treatments like microneedling or azelaic acid to help reduce acne scars and melasma.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2011

Should you use sugar cane in the morning or at night?

Sugar cane, known as glycolic acid, is typically used at night because exfoliating acids can increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun.

Can you use sugar cane every day?

You should not use sugar cane every day because it exfoliates strongly and daily use may cause skin irritation or damage your skin barrier. Instead, apply it a few times a week as directed by your product instructions.

Does sugar cane cause purging or irritation?

Sugar cane, as glycolic acid, may cause irritation depending on the concentration used. It helps improve skin texture and reduce acne scars, but it is unlikely to cause purging when introduced gradually.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2011Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019

Which skin types is sugar cane best for?

Sugar cane helps improve acne scars, skin texture, and postacne pigmentation. Popular products with sugar cane include iS Clinical Active Serum, Thayers 2% AHA Toner, iS Clinical Brightening Serum, and Ole Henriksen Lemonade Smoothing Scrub.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2011Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019

Research on sugar cane

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  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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