The Gift of Ice Plant: Benefits for Skin and More
Mesembryanthemum crystallinum is commonly called Ice Plant — and with its ability to cool, hydrate, and strengthen the skin, it’s easy to see why. At first glance, Ice Plant looks like it’s coated in fresh morning dew; each leaf of Ice Plant is covered with pearl-like "bladder cells" that engorge and fill with water. This glistening “gem” of a succulent stands in stark contrast to the dry South African soil from which it grows. It’s hard to miss!
