Black Strap Powder

Black Strap Powder is dehydrated blackstrap molasses, concentrated in sugars, minerals, and organic acids from cane refining. It's used in water-based formulas for humectancy and a conditioned feel, though performance can vary by source.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
Molasses powder that helps draw moisture into the skin.
Category
Hydration, Skin Conditioning
Type
Humectant

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Attracts moisture for a bouncier, smoother feel on the skin; effectiveness can vary by batch, so results may differ between products.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Used in water-based formulas like toners, essences, gel masks, and hydrating lotions to boost humectant content.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Considered low hazard when properly preserved, but the high sugar content can support microbial growth if preservation is inadequate. May feel sticky and cause minor irritation in sensitive skin; avoid on broken skin.

Is Black Strap Powder a Good Ingredient?

Its sugar-dense humectancy can boost surface hydration, but performance varies by source and it can be tacky or discolor formulas, which is why it's rated Fair. It may also increase the preservation burden and, at higher levels, cause mild irritation in some users.

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