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Soothing / Anti-Inflammatory

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract

Often labeled as: Aqua Cacteen

The desert cactus that blocks sensory irritation.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

An extract from the Prickly Pear cactus pads. It is extraordinarily rich in piscidic acid, which physically blocks the release of stress markers from sensory nerve cells in the skin.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Hydrates deeply, firms the skin, and profoundly reduces stinging and redness.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

The ultimate ingredient for highly reactive, hypersensitive skin types.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is the same as Prickly Pear Seed Oil.

The Science

The oil is an emollient; the stem extract is a water-soluble active focused on nerve-calming.