Besides being a desert plant, the cactus offers countless properties for the skin that are making it one of the most in-demand natural ingredients in the beauty and cosmetics industry.

It is rich in vitamins and amino acids and is used to care for skin tone, as an anti-ageing ingredient, to purify, and more. If you are also looking to add this ingredient to your beauty routine, keep reading — at divain we explain the properties of cactus and how to incorporate them into your skincare routine.

Properties and benefits of cactus for the skin

As you probably know, the cactus is a desert plant capable of withstanding extreme temperatures and storing water to survive for months. This water-retention capacity is what has interested many skincare professionals, who have incorporated this ingredient into their product formulas.

Cactus extract has nourishing and regenerating properties for the skin thanks to containing a large number of vitamins and amino acids, eight of which are essential. Here are the main benefits for skin and hair:

• Deep skin hydration: hydrates the deepest layers of the skin and keeps it fresh and nourished. To complement this effect in your daily routine, the divain Care Hyaluronic Toner delivers hyaluronic acid directly onto clean skin before your serum or moisturiser.
• Fights the signs of ageing: the cactus is a powerful antioxidant that fights free radicals and keeps the skin hydrated thanks to Vitamin E, rich in antioxidants and minerals such as calcium and iron.
• Natural exfoliant: despite its physical appearance, the cactus is one of the best natural exfoliants you can find. Besides leaving skin soft and smooth, it is also helpful against ingrown hairs.
• Reduces the appearance of spots and dark circles: thanks to the vitamin K it contains, cactus extract brings radiance and evenness to the skin, helping to fade sun spots and reduce the appearance of dark circles. To specifically target the eye area, the divain Care Revive Eye Contour is formulated for that delicate zone.
• Purifies and soothes: this plant is ideal for people with irritated or rosacea-prone skin, as its components help soothe, purify, and refresh skin with redness.
• Ideal for acne-prone skin: thanks to its soothing and purifying properties, cactus extract works well for acne-prone and shiny skin. The divain Care Control BOOSTER complements this type of routine by helping to regulate excess sebum and improve the appearance of pores.
• Fights dandruff and hair loss: in addition to the skin, cactus extract also has properties that help slow hair loss and fight dandruff.

By the way — did you know that the cactus flower is also used as an ingredient in perfumes? If you want to experience the scent of this unique flower on your skin, we recommend our divain-190.

Best cosmetics with cactus extract

Eye contour creams, lip balms, masks, facial creams — thanks to the properties and benefits of cactus, there is a wide variety of beauty products that contain this ingredient. Here are some of the most popular cosmetics on the market that include cactus extract in their formula.

Kiehl's Cactus Flower Toner

The cactus flower & "tibetan ginseng" toner is ideal for soothing irritated skin and boosting hydration after cleansing. Especially recommended for dry skin.

Weleda Facial Cream

Within its cactus extract line, the 24h moisturising facial cream is a lightweight formula that also contains aloe vera, promising all-day hydration and freshness.

Boscia Cactus Water Mask

This gel facial mask made from plant-based ingredients including seaweed extract and night-blooming cactus, hydrates and provides lasting freshness. Its vitamin C also helps brighten and support even-looking skin.

Philosophy Nature In A Jar

Ideal for dry skin, this body cream delivers immediate and deep hydration that lasts all day, with key ingredients including cactus water and shea butter.

As you can see, cactus extract is a perfect ingredient to care for your skin in a natural and effective way. What are you waiting for to add it to your beauty routine?