Ingredients

Ingredients are the foundation of effective skincare. Each ingredient serves a specific purpose, whether it's supporting hydration, calming inflammation, refining texture, protecting against environmental stress, or encouraging skin renewal.

At Cactus Skincare, ingredients are selected not only for their individual benefits but also for how they work together within a formulation. Botanical extracts, vitamins, peptides, lipids, and humectants are chosen for their compatibility with the skin and their ability to support long-term skin health without unnecessary irritation.

Exploring individual ingredients allows you to better understand how they address specific skin concerns and contribute to overall performance. From barrier-strengthening actives to antioxidant-rich botanicals, each ingredient featured here plays a meaningful role in delivering balanced, effective, and skin-respectful results.

  • Green Tea Extract & Seaweed Extract

    Deliver antioxidant protection and trace minerals for rejuvenated, luminous skin.

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  • White Tea Extract

    A potent antioxidant rich in polyphenols that helps protect collagen and reduce oxidative stress.

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  • Peptides (EGF, FGF, Eyeseryl®, Peptide Complexes)

    A high-performance blend of peptides that support collagen production, firmness and skin regeneration.

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  • Ectoin

    A patented extremolyte that protects skin cells from environmental stress, dehydration and inflammation.

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  • Panthenol (Vitamin B5)

    A deeply hydrating vitamin that supports skin repair, comfort and barrier recovery.

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  • Hyaluronic Acid

    A powerful moisture-binding molecule that plumps, smooths and hydrates the skin.

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  • Beta-Glucan

    A deeply hydrating and calming ingredient that strengthens the skin barrier.

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  • Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)

    A multi-functional vitamin that improves tone, texture, oil balance and barrier strength.

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  • Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate & MAP)

    A dual-form vitamin C system that brightens, protects and supports collagen.

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  • Ceramide Complex (NP, AP, EOP + Cholesterol & Phytosphingosine)

    A biomimetic lipid blend that restores and strengthens the skin barrier.

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  • Bakuchiol

    A plant-based retinol alternative that smooths, firms and rejuvenates without irritation.

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  • Apricot Kernel Oil

    A lightweight, vitamin-rich oil that softens and revitalises the skin.

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  • Prickly Pear (Oil & Cactus Extract)

    A vitamin E–rich cactus extract that hydrates, soothes and strengthens the skin barrier.

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  • Jojoba Oil

    A skin-identical oil that mimics natural sebum, helping balance oil production while nourishing and supporting the barrier.

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  • White & Red Kaolin Clay

    Gentle mineral clays that purify pores, absorb excess oil and refine skin texture.

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  • Lemon Myrtle

    A native Australian botanical with antibacterial, oil-balancing and antioxidant properties.

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  • Kakadu Plum (Vitamin C)

    The world’s richest natural source of vitamin C for radiant, resilient skin.

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  • Chlamydomonas Reinhardtii Extract

    An advanced algae extract that helps strengthen skin against environmental damage while supporting firmness.

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  • Tasman Pepper Extract

    A native Australian botanical that reduces redness and soothes sensitive skin.

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  • Liquorice Root Extract

    A powerful botanical that brightens pigmentation and calms inflammation.

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  • Acmella Oleracea Extract

    A fast-acting botanical that visibly smooths expression lines and supports firmer-looking skin.

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  • Dimethyl Isosorbide

    A pharmaceutical-grade penetration enhancer that improves the performance of key skincare actives.

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