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.
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Green Tea Extract & Seaweed Extract
Read moreDeliver antioxidant protection and trace minerals for rejuvenated, luminous skin.
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White Tea Extract
Read moreA potent antioxidant rich in polyphenols that helps protect collagen and reduce oxidative stress.
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Peptides (EGF, FGF, Eyeseryl®, Peptide Complexes)
Read moreA high-performance blend of peptides that support collagen production, firmness and skin regeneration.
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Ectoin
Read moreA patented extremolyte that protects skin cells from environmental stress, dehydration and inflammation.
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Panthenol (Vitamin B5)
Read moreA deeply hydrating vitamin that supports skin repair, comfort and barrier recovery.
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Hyaluronic Acid
Read moreA powerful moisture-binding molecule that plumps, smooths and hydrates the skin.
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Niacinamide (Vitamin B3)
Read moreA multi-functional vitamin that improves tone, texture, oil balance and barrier strength.
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Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate & MAP)
Read moreA dual-form vitamin C system that brightens, protects and supports collagen.
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Ceramide Complex (NP, AP, EOP + Cholesterol & Phytosphingosine)
Read moreA biomimetic lipid blend that restores and strengthens the skin barrier.
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Bakuchiol
Read moreA plant-based retinol alternative that smooths, firms and rejuvenates without irritation.
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Prickly Pear (Oil & Cactus Extract)
Read moreA vitamin E–rich cactus extract that hydrates, soothes and strengthens the skin barrier.
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Jojoba Oil
Read moreA 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
Read moreGentle mineral clays that purify pores, absorb excess oil and refine skin texture.
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Lemon Myrtle
Read moreA native Australian botanical with antibacterial, oil-balancing and antioxidant properties.
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Kakadu Plum (Vitamin C)
Read moreThe world’s richest natural source of vitamin C for radiant, resilient skin.
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Chlamydomonas Reinhardtii Extract
Read moreAn advanced algae extract that helps strengthen skin against environmental damage while supporting firmness.
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Tasman Pepper Extract
Read moreA native Australian botanical that reduces redness and soothes sensitive skin.
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Liquorice Root Extract
Read moreA powerful botanical that brightens pigmentation and calms inflammation.
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Acmella Oleracea Extract
Read moreA fast-acting botanical that visibly smooths expression lines and supports firmer-looking skin.
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Dimethyl Isosorbide
Read moreA pharmaceutical-grade penetration enhancer that improves the performance of key skincare actives.