Cactox Pore Relief Multi Balm (25g)

Dr.Melaxin Cactox Pore Relief Multi Balm is a targeted cooling balm designed to refresh puffy-looking areas, support sebum balance and help enlarged-looking pores appear smoother and more refined. Formulated with Caffeine, Zinc PCA, Adenosine, prickly pear cactus extracts, Ceramide NP and nine forms of Hyaluronic Acid, it combines pore-focused care with hydration and skin-conditioning benefits. The portable balm format makes it easy to apply directly to areas where pores, excess oil or puffiness are most noticeable.

Benefits:

• Helps refine enlarged-looking pores: Zinc PCA, hydration-supporting ingredients and a cooling effect help pores appear smoother and less noticeable.
• Provides an immediate cooling sensation: Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide provides a refreshing cooling effect that can help puffy-looking skin appear fresher.
• Helps reduce the appearance of puffiness: Caffeine and cooling ingredients support a more rested and defined-looking complexion.
• Supports balanced-looking sebum: Zinc PCA is commonly used in skincare designed for oily areas and helps support a less greasy-looking complexion.
• Supports skin elasticity: Adenosine helps improve the appearance of fine lines and supports smoother, firmer-looking skin.
• Provides cactus-based conditioning care: Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower, Fruit and Stem Extracts provide moisturizing, antioxidant and skin-conditioning support.
• Delivers multi-level hydration: Nine forms of Hyaluronic Acid, Glycerin, Xylitol and Erythritol help maintain moisture for softer, plumper-looking skin.
• Supports the moisture barrier: Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Lecithin and Panthenol help maintain comfortable, hydrated skin.
• Helps soothe the skin: Bisabolol, Panthenol and Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract provide calming and conditioning benefits.
• Provides targeted on-the-go care: The balm format allows concentrated application to areas where visible pores, shine or puffiness are most noticeable.

Skin Types: Normal • Combination • Oily • Dehydrated • Dry skin requiring targeted pore care • Sensitive skin that tolerates fragrance and cooling ingredients
Skin Concerns: Enlarged-looking pores • Excess sebum • Facial puffiness • Dehydration • Uneven texture • Loss of elasticity • Dull or tired-looking skin

Formula Notes:

• Pore tightening claims: The supplied product information describes the balm as tightening pores. Pores do not physically open and close, and a cosmetic product cannot permanently shrink them. Cooling, hydration, sebum care and smoother surface texture can temporarily make pores appear smaller and more refined.
• Collagen and elastin claim: The supplied marketing description states that the product stimulates Collagen and Elastin production. No product-specific clinical evidence supporting this claim was supplied, so the product is more appropriately described as supporting the appearance of elasticity and firmness.
• Cooling mechanism: Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide is listed in the INCI and provides a cooling sensory effect. The formula also contains Xylitol and Erythritol, which contribute to the product’s refreshing skin feel.
• Cactus ingredients: The formula contains Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Extract and Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract.
• Hyaluronic Acid complex: Nine clearly named forms of Hyaluronic Acid or hyaluronate are present in the supplied INCI.
• Fragrance: Fragrance is listed in the supplied INCI, so the balm is not fragrance-free.
• Essential oils: No clearly identified aromatic essential oils are listed. Cymbopogon Citratus Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract and Mentha Arvensis Extract are listed as plant extracts rather than essential oils.
• Silicone-related ingredient: Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane is present and contributes to slip, texture and skin feel.
• BHT: Bht is listed in the supplied INCI and functions primarily as an antioxidant used to help maintain formula stability.

How to Use:

1. Apply the balm directly to clean skin or over your usual skincare routine.
2. Glide or gently apply it over areas where enlarged-looking pores, excess shine or puffiness are most noticeable, such as the cheeks, T-zone or jaw area.
3. Use a light layer rather than repeatedly rubbing the same area.
4. Gently pat with clean fingertips if needed to help the product settle into the skin.
5. It may be used in the morning and/or evening according to your skin’s needs.
6. During the daytime, finish with a broad-spectrum sunscreen.
7. Avoid applying to broken or significantly irritated skin.
8. Discontinue use if the cooling sensation becomes uncomfortable or persistent irritation develops.

Key Ingredients:

• Zinc PCA: Helps support balanced-looking sebum and is particularly useful for visible pores and oil-prone areas.
• Caffeine: Helps reduce the appearance of puffiness and supports a fresher-looking complexion.
• Adenosine: Helps improve the appearance of fine lines and supports smoother, firmer-looking skin.
• Opuntia Ficus-Indica Extracts: Prickly pear cactus Flower, Fruit and Stem Extracts provide moisturizing, antioxidant and skin-conditioning care.
• 9 Forms of Hyaluronic Acid: Multiple Hyaluronic Acid derivatives help maintain hydration and temporarily plump the skin’s surface.
• Ceramide NP: Helps support the skin’s moisture barrier and reduce a dry or tight feeling.
• Panthenol: Helps moisturize and support skin comfort.
• Bisabolol: A soothing ingredient that helps calm and condition the skin.
• Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract: Provides moisturizing and soothing care.
• Malachite Extract: A mineral-derived ingredient that provides antioxidant and skin-conditioning support.
• Glycerin: A humectant that helps attract moisture to maintain skin softness.
• Hydrogenated Lecithin: A skin-conditioning lipid that helps support a comfortable, moisturized skin feel.

Ingredients:

Water, Butylene Glycol, Propanediol, Sodium Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Chloride, Xylitol, Disteareth-100 Ipdi, Bisabolol, Fragrance, Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide, Coptis Japonica Root Extract, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Adenosine, Malachite Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Cymbopogon Citratus Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Mentha Arvensis Extract, Panthenol, Arginine, Erythritol, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Punica Granatum Extract, Cucurbita Pepo (Pumpkin) Fruit Extract, Lactobacillus Ferment, Glycerin, Zinc Pca, Bht, Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Brassica Oleracea Acephala Leaf Extract, Caffeine, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Extract, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Ceramide NP, Bioflavonoids, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Apium Graveolens (Celery) Extract, Brassica Oleracea Italica (Broccoli) Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate

FAQ:

Q: What does Dr.Melaxin Cactox Pore Relief Multi Balm do?
A: It provides targeted cooling, hydration and sebum-balancing care while helping visible pores and facial puffiness appear less noticeable.

Q: Is this mainly a pore product or a moisturizer?
A: It combines both functions. Zinc PCA and cooling care target the appearance of pores and excess shine, while nine forms of Hyaluronic Acid, Ceramide NP, Panthenol and Glycerin provide hydration and conditioning.

Q: Does it actually shrink pores?
A: No cosmetic balm can permanently change pore size. It can help pores look temporarily smaller by improving hydration, surface smoothness and excess-oil appearance.

Q: Why do my pores look smaller after cooling products?
A: Cooling can temporarily make the skin feel tighter and reduce visible puffiness, while hydration smooths the skin surrounding pores. Together, these effects can make pores appear less prominent.

Q: Does it unclog pores or remove blackheads?
A: It is not a dedicated exfoliating or blackhead-removal treatment. It focuses more on hydration, sebum balance and the visible appearance of pores.

Q: Does it contain Salicylic Acid, AHA or PHA?
A: No Salicylic Acid, clearly identified AHA exfoliant or PHA exfoliant is listed in the supplied INCI.

Q: Does it help control oily skin?
A: Zinc PCA helps support balanced-looking sebum, making the balm particularly useful for areas that become shiny or where pores look more visible.

Q: Does it contain Zinc PCA?
A: Yes. Zinc Pca is clearly listed in the supplied ingredient list.

Q: What does Zinc PCA do?
A: It is commonly used in skincare for oily and combination skin to support sebum balance and improve the appearance of oily, congested-looking areas.

Q: Does it contain Caffeine?
A: Yes. Caffeine is listed and helps support a fresher appearance while reducing the look of temporary puffiness.

Q: Can it reduce facial puffiness?
A: Its cooling effect and Caffeine can temporarily help puffy-looking areas appear fresher and more defined. It does not permanently alter facial structure.

Q: Will it remove a double chin?
A: No. A topical balm cannot remove submental fat. Cooling may temporarily reduce puffiness and create a slightly more defined-looking appearance.

Q: What creates the cooling sensation?
A: Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide is a clearly listed cooling agent. Xylitol and Erythritol also contribute to the refreshing sensory profile of the formula.

Q: Does it contain menthol?
A: Menthol itself is not listed in the supplied INCI. The cooling effect is instead supported by ingredients including Methyl Diisopropyl Propionamide.

Q: Does it contain cactus?
A: Yes. The formula contains Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Fruit Extract and Stem Extract, derived from prickly pear cactus.

Q: What does prickly pear cactus do for the skin?
A: Prickly pear extracts provide botanical conditioning and antioxidant support and complement the formula’s hydrating ingredients.

Q: Does the balm stimulate Collagen and Elastin production?
A: The supplied marketing information makes this claim, but no product-specific clinical evidence was provided to verify increased Collagen or Elastin production. It is more appropriate to say the formula supports smoother and firmer-looking skin.

Q: Does it contain Adenosine?
A: Yes. Adenosine is listed and helps improve the appearance of fine lines and skin elasticity.

Q: Does it contain Hyaluronic Acid?
A: Yes. The formula contains nine clearly named forms of Hyaluronic Acid or hyaluronate.

Q: Which nine forms of Hyaluronic Acid are included?
A: They are Dimethylsilanol Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Sodium Hyaluronate Dimethylsilanol and Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate.

Q: Does it contain Ceramides?
A: Yes. Ceramide NP is listed and helps support the skin’s moisture barrier.

Q: Does it contain Panthenol?
A: Yes. Panthenol provides moisturizing and skin-comforting care.

Q: Is the balm fragrance-free?
A: No. Fragrance is clearly listed in the supplied INCI.

Q: Does it contain essential oils?
A: No clearly identified aromatic essential oils are listed. Cymbopogon Citratus Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract and Mentha Arvensis Extract are plant extracts and should not automatically be classified as essential oils.

Q: Does it contain alcohol?
A: Ethanol and Alcohol Denat. are not listed in the supplied ingredient list.

Q: Does it contain silicones?
A: The formula contains Bis-Peg-18 Methyl Ether Dimethyl Silane, a silicone-related ingredient used to improve slip, texture and skin feel.

Q: Does it contain BHT?
A: Yes. Bht is listed in the supplied INCI and is primarily used as an antioxidant to help maintain formula stability.

Q: Is it suitable for oily skin?
A: Yes. Zinc PCA and the targeted balm format make it particularly relevant for oily areas and enlarged-looking pores.

Q: Is it suitable for combination skin?
A: Yes. It can be applied specifically to areas such as the T-zone or cheeks where pores or excess oil are more noticeable.

Q: Can dry skin use it?
A: Yes. Despite its pore-focused positioning, the formula contains multiple humectants, Ceramide NP and conditioning ingredients that can benefit dehydrated skin.

Q: Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
A: Sensitive skin may tolerate it, but the formula contains Fragrance and a cooling agent. Patch testing is advisable if you are sensitive to fragranced or cooling products.

Q: Is it suitable for acne-prone skin?
A: Acne-prone skin may use it if the formula is well tolerated, especially on oily areas. It is not a medical acne treatment and should not be expected to clear acne on its own.

Q: Can I use the balm every day?
A: Yes, it can generally be used daily if your skin tolerates the formula well.

Q: Can I use it morning and night?
A: Yes. It may be applied in either routine depending on when pore visibility, shine or puffiness is most noticeable.

Q: Where does it go in my skincare routine?
A: Apply it after toner and serum, either before or after moisturizer depending on the texture of your routine. Use it mainly as a targeted finishing balm on areas of concern.

Q: Can I apply it over makeup?
A: A very light application may be possible for touch-ups, but rubbing a balm over foundation can disturb makeup. For the most even result, apply it before makeup and allow it to settle first.

Q: Can I use it before makeup?
A: Yes. Applying a thin layer to areas with visible pores can provide hydration and a smoother-looking surface. Allow it to settle fully before applying base makeup.

Q: Can I use it with Retinol or Retinal?
A: Yes. No retinoid is listed in this balm, and there is no obvious ingredient conflict with a well-tolerated Retinol or Retinal routine.

Q: Can I use it with Vitamin C?
A: Yes. It can generally be used alongside Vitamin C products as a targeted hydrating and pore-refining step.

Q: Can I use it with AHA or BHA exfoliants?
A: Yes. The balm itself does not contain a clearly identified exfoliating acid, so it can be used alongside exfoliants if your skin tolerates the overall routine.

Q: Do I need sunscreen after using it?
A: The balm itself does not contain a retinoid or strong exfoliating acid, but broad-spectrum sunscreen is still recommended every morning as part of a complete skincare routine.

Q: Can I apply it around the eyes for puffiness?
A: Because the formula contains Fragrance and a cooling agent, avoid direct application too close to the eyes unless the manufacturer’s packaging specifically indicates eye-area use.

Q: How much should I use?
A: Apply a thin layer only to the areas you want to target. More product does not necessarily provide a stronger pore-refining effect.

Q: Where can I buy Dr.Melaxin skincare in Cyprus?
A: You can find Dr.Melaxin Cactox Pore Relief Multi Balm at Just Cosmetics, together with a curated selection of Korean Cosmetics in Cyprus.