PRICKLY PEAR
ITS DESIGNATION
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ITS ACTION
Antioxidant,
soothing and regenerating
ITS FAMILY
Cactacea
ITS ORIGINS
Mexico
Prickly Pear in our products
GENESIS & BOTANY
Opuntia ficus-indica,
better known as Barbary fig
or Prickly pear, is a cactus
originating in
Mexico,
which grows in tropical and
subtropical regions but also
spreads over the Mediterranean
coast.
Its edible fruits
are small and covered with
thin thorns. They are juicy
and have a subtle flowery
aroma.
In cosmetics,
prickly pear’s richness in
vitamins and minerals
contributes to protect the
epidermis, maintains skin
moisturization and limits the
effects of ageing on the skin.
BENEFITS FOR YOUR SKIN
COSMETIC
PROPERTIES
Proven by VERACOVA
1
Nourishing
Strong action against
skin dryness.
2
Regenerating
Renews cells and
acts against the signs of
ageing.
3
Moisturizing
Protects the skin
from dehydration.
4
Firming
Skin gets its
firmness back.
Known
Benefits
FOCUS on the Prickly Pear components :
For the cosmetic uses, Prickly pear’s
richness in vitamins B2, B3 and C gives
it exceptional
regenerating, protecting and firming
properties.
In addition, the association of vitamin
C and flavonoids known for their
antioxidant properties, helps to reduce
the production of free radicals
responsible for premature ageing of the
skin.
Flavonoids also improve the
flow cell and thus the
elimination of toxins.
DID YOU KNOW ?
The Indians regularly made cures of
"cactus"
to keep fit.