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 Antioxidants from Cactus for Natural Skin Health
By MyChelle Dermaceuticals
Did you know that cactus extracts have unique abilities to prevent
moisture loss in our skin?
Cactus extracts contain copious amounts of phytochemicals to promote increased immune function, and high levels
of potent antioxidants. These antioxidants neutralize free radicals
and protect against future cellular damage and premature aging.
Generally, moisturizers are designed to preserve the skin’s natural
oils, which prevent water evaporation from the stratum corneum (the
outermost layer of the epidermis). The efficiency of the skin’s
barrier function is determined by the stratum corneum’s regulation of
water retention and evaporation.
Cactus extracts have unique abilities to prevent moisture loss, a
quality necessary for healthy skin. When included in skin care
formulas, cactus extracts help prevent water evaporation from the
epidermis (outer most layer of the skin) and acts a moisturizer.
This is great news for your skin, since the epidermis layer of the
skin regulates water retention and evaporation from the skin. The
amount of water in the stratum corneum determines the appearance of
hydrated, stress free, smooth skin. Cactus extracts powerful
antioxidants may help minimize the development of fine lines and
wrinkles, due to its anti-aging potential.
The following MyChelle products contain cactus extracts and powerful
antioxidants:
Sources:
Mauseth J.D. Collapsible water-storage cells in cacti.
Bulletin of the Torrey Botanical Club 122: 145-151
Nobel, Park. Remarkable Agaves and Cacti.
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