Cactus extract

Cactus extract (CAS 8007-78-1), also sourced and listed as Selenicereus grandiflorus ext. or cactus flower ext., is a botanical extract derived from cactus species. It is used across cosmetic, nutritional, and pharmaceutical formulations.

It functions primarily as a humectant, antioxidant, and skin-conditioning agent in finished products. In personal care, it is incorporated into moisturizers, serums, and after-sun products where its humectant properties support skin hydration.

These properties also help stabilize formulations against oxidative degradation. Food and nutraceutical manufacturers use it in functional beverages, dietary supplements, and fortified foods targeting antioxidant and wellness positioning.

Pharmaceutical and healthcare formulators source it for inclusion in standardized botanical preparations and OTC wellness products. Fragrance applications leverage the floral profile of cactus flower ext. in fine fragrance and cosmetic scenting compounds.

Cactus extract is supplied as a liquid extract, spray-dried powder, or concentrated paste depending on the intended application and solubility requirements. Food-grade and cosmetic-grade specifications are the most commonly available.

Standardization levels vary by supplier and botanical source. Buyers should confirm extraction solvent, dry matter content, and standardization markers when evaluating grades for regulated end-use applications.