Cactus oil is the beauty worlds latest obsession

Their prickly appearance is enough to make you think they’re foe, rather than friend, but cactus plants really pack a punch when it comes to keeping our skin hydrated.

Forget about coconut or argan oil for a mo, as cactus oil is the new spiky skin savior poking its way into every beauty fanatics daily regime.

Prickly Pear Oil — derived from the prickly pear cactus — is currently causing a stir in the world of beauty and is the top ingredient to look for in any cactus containing products.

High levels of the amino acid Taurine help to repair and maintain the skin’s barrier function and re-hydrate the surface layers of the skin to refine texture and plump its appearance.

As well as holding onto mammoth amounts of moisture, it is also packed with antioxidant’s — Vitamin E (150% more than argan oil) and Vitamin K — which soften skin and protect against free radicals, helping to prevent premature aging and environmental damage.

If you don’t suffer from dry skin you could still benefit from the lowly cactus; Prickly Pear extracts also contains skin-nourishing fatty acids — omega 6 and 9 — anti-inflammatory and calm redness, great for those suffering with rosacea.

It’s also perfect for acne prone skin because of its anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. High in linoleic acid, Prickly Pear Oil helps to prevent sebum from hardening and thus prevents blocked pores.

It’s not just skin that can benefit from the spikey plant. Cactus water also works wonders on lackluster locks, giving hair moisture and shine while aiding faster growth and thickening tresses.

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