A Natural Survivor with Skin Superpowers
🌵Cactus might be the last plant you'd think of for your skincare routine, but it’s one of nature’s most effective hydration. These desert plants survive extreme drought by storing water, electrolytes, and nutrients in their thick, fleshy pads. That same ability to retain moisture makes cactus a game-changer for your skin.
At Evermore, we tap into the strength of cactus to deliver products that soothe, hydrate, and protect even for sensitive reactive skin.
What makes cactus extracts so effective?
- Electrolytes & Trace Minerals: Support moisture balance
- Polysaccharides: Help skin retain water and feel plumper
- Antioxidants (Vitamin E, flavonoids): Defend against pollution and UV damage
- Amino Acids: Aid skin repair and elasticity
Cactus doesn’t just hydrate. It calms, strengthens, and revitalizes naturally.
Meet the Cactus Heroes in Skincare
🌵Opuntia ficus-Indica (Prickly Pear Cactus)
What it does: Intense hydration, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant-rich
Why it works: High in linoleic acid (omega-6), Vitamin E, and flavonoids
Fact: Prickly Pear Seed Oil is one of the most expensive plant oils in the world because each seed contains only 5% oil. It's worth every drop.
🍉 Hylocereus undatus (Dragon Fruit Cactus)
What it does: Boosts glow, hydrates lightly, evens tone
Why it works: Packed with Vitamin C, polyunsaturated fats, and prebiotics
Fact: Dragon fruit isn’t just a pretty face. Its antioxidants fight free radical damage that causes dullness and uneven tone.
🌼 Cereus grandiflorus (Queen of the Night Cactus)
What it does: Firms, tones, and revives tired skin
Why it works: Contains natural flavonoids and triterpenoids
Fact: This cactus blooms just one night a year making its extract as rare as it is rejuvenating.
🌿 Pereskia aculeata(Barbados Gooseberry)
What it does: Supports collagen and skin structure
Why it works: High in plant protein, vitamin C, and calcium
Fact: Unlike most cacti, Pereskia has real leaves. Those leaves are nutrient-dense and excellent for both skin and nutrition.
🇰🇷 Opuntia streptacantha (Wild Prickly Pear)
What it does: Hydrates, soothes and defends skin
Why it works: Rich in water-binding sugars and antioxidants
Fact: Known for surviving volcanic soil and temperature extremes in Korea, this cactus is ideal for reactive, stressed skin.
The Future of Skincare Is Rooted in the Desert
With growing interest in sustainable, plant-powered beauty, cactus is more than a trend it's a testament to nature’s intelligence. Whether you’re looking to calm irritation, boost hydration, or strengthen your skin barrier, these desert botanicals offer something rare: resilience that translates beautifully to the skin.
Explore the power of cactus. Let your skin thrive.