Mibelle Biochemistry's AquaCacteen

Jan 16th, 2018

Jennifer Novoseletsky

Mibelle AG Biochemistry

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AquaCacteen (INCI: Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract (and) Glycerin (and) Phenoxyethanol (and) Water (aqua)) is an active ingredient based on organic prickly pear cactus leaves that soothes and hydrates sensitive and irritated skin.

AquaCacteen was shown to preserve skin firmness after exposure to UV and to increase skin hydration even in a rinse-off shower gel formulation.

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