Pretty Prickly: 4 Cactus-Inspired Beauty Products

Ding, ding ding! Cactus flower extract is correct. Derived from a thorny cactus, this do-good elixir is making heads turn largely due to its skin benefits like deep moisture. With bitter cold temperatures on the horizon, there’s no better time than now to stock up on moisture-boosting buys formulated with superstar ingredient. Below, cactus-inspired items you need this season to help keep parched skin at bay.  

Kiehl’s Cactus Flower & Tibetan Ginseng Hydrating Mist

Have skin that’s dull and flat? Breathe new life into your complexion with this cooling, refreshing face mist formulated with extracts of cactus flower and Tibetan ginseng! Each spritz can help hydrate skin, even under dry—read: desert-like dry—conditions. Throw it in your purse for an instant pick-me-up while on the go. 

Kiehl’s Cactus Flower & Tibetan Ginseng Hydrating Mist, $27

Kiehl’s Purifying Hand Treatment

Our hands do so much for us, don’t you think it’s only fair that we treat them to a little extra TLC from time to time? For hands that feel as smooth as a baby’s bottom, look no further than this purifying treatment boasting a formula infused with soothing plant extracts of cactus flower (duh) and Tibetan ginseng, as well as a blend of lavender, geranium, and rosemary essential oils. The result? All-day hydration and improved overall skin texture, even under low humidity conditions typical to airplanes. (Yes, it’s TSA-approved.)

Kiehl’s Purifying Hand Treatment, $18

The Body Shop Long Handled Cactus Body Brush 

Dry skin isn’t going to exfoliate itself. Give it an extra hand by pairing this useful brusher—made with cactus fibers—with your favorite shower gel or soap. The long handle is great for use in hard-to-reach places like your lower back.

The Body Shop Long Handled Cactus Body Brush, $15

The Body Shop Cactus Scrub Mitt

Is an exfoliating mitt more up your alley? Take your sloughin’ to the next level and stimulate circulation with this mitt made with fibers that are handspun together from Mexican cacti.

The Body Shop Cactus Scrub Mitt, $10

Want even more skin care inspired by succulents? Check out our favorite products formulated with aloe vera!