Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract

Barbary Fig Stem Extract

Barbary Fig is a cactus pad that hydrates and gently exfoliates at once.

  • Deep, lasting hydration: its mucilage binds water and holds it at the skin's surface.
  • Gentle enzymatic exfoliation: natural proteases loosen dead cells without any scrubbing.
  • Antioxidant protection: quercetin defends your skin against pollution and environmental stress.
INCI:

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract

Derivation:

🌱Stem

Country of origin:

🇲🇽 Mexico

Name in Mexico:

Nopal

Barbary Fig Stem Extract

Why we use it

Nopal is not an exotic ingredient in Mexico, it is food. What makes them good to eat makes them good on skin: they are built to hold water in a place that has almost none, and they carry the minerals that go with it, calcium, magnesium and potassium, alongside vitamins A, B and C. Its polyphenols and flavonoids, quercetin and kaempferol among them, neutralise free radicals and steady your skin against pollution and everything else the day brings. The cactus also carries natural enzymes that loosen the bonds between dead surface cells, so your skin renews itself without being scrubbed and the barrier stays intact while it does. That is exactly what the Purifying Bar - Nopal Negro is doing when it cleanses and exfoliates in the same step.

Suitable for

All skin types

Targets

Dryness, Textural Irregularities, Antioxidant Support, Signs of Aging

Benefits

Hydrating, Exfoliant, Antioxidant, Anti-aging, and Soothe

Studies

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Purifying Bar - Nopal Negro
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Our approach to ingredients

At Viva Maia, we create skincare that brings together the rich heritage of pre-Hispanic traditions and modern scientific insight. Our formulations are made with 100% natural ingredients, carefully chosen for their proven effectiveness and their respect for the environment. Inspired by Mexico’s extraordinary biodiversity, we work with potent, sustainably sourced botanicals. Many of these ingredients are cultivated by us and transformed in-house into extracts, powders, and oils, crafted with care and attention to quality.

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