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Botanical hydrator

OPUNTIA ROBUSTA LEAF JUICE

CAS -
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Juice from a Mexican prickly pear cactus species, rich in hydrating polysaccharides and antioxidants. Widely used in soothing and barrier-supporting skincare with a clean safety profile.

Skin benefits

  • Hydrating mucilaginous polysaccharides bind water
  • Source of polyphenols, vitamin E and amino acids
  • Antioxidant support against environmental stress
  • Soothing for irritated or dry skin

Known concerns

  • Plant juice composition varies seasonally
  • Potential for botanical sensitivity in rare cases

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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