AQUA CACTUS Series Specially Developed For Women With Combination Skin Type

In this skin type, the T-zone (the forehead, the nose, and the chin) is oily while in other areas of the face the skin are normal or dry. In combination skin, the T-zone area is prone to blackheads, whiteheads, irritation, sunburn, and redness. Aqua Cactus products are designed for this skin type to be non-greasy and not stimulate the formation of comedones yet contain effective active ingredients for skin restoration. The main active ingredient in Aqua Cactus series is Aqua Cacteen. This ingredient is obtained from the Opuntia Cactus which have been used in the Mexican traditional medicine for various purposes. Aqua Cacteen is obtained from the plant by enzymatic processes, extraction and filtration. The extract is rich in flavonoides, polysaccharides, minerals and vitamins. Clinical and laboratory research demonstrated than Aqua Cacteen increases the moisture level of the skin, protects from irritations and increases the skin’s firmness. In tissue cultures it was found that Aqua Cacteen decreases the release of substances associated in inflammation processes and sensation of pain.