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Essentially Natural Prickly Pear Seed Oil - Cold Pressed

Essentially Natural Prickly Pear Seed Oil - Cold Pressed

Regular price R 149.00
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INCI: Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil

Prickly Pear Seed Oil is a cold pressed carrier oil from the seeds of Opuntia ficus-indica, used mainly in facial oils, serums, and other lighter oil-phase skincare products. It has a silky feel and fast absorption, which makes it especially useful when a non-greasy finish is preferred. This is a carrier oil, not an essential oil, and it is recommended for cosmetic use only. It is especially suited to formulas that want a refined, lightweight oil feel.

♡ Why we love it: We choose to stock Prickly Pear Seed Oil because it gives facial oils and serums a lighter, more elegant finish without losing that nourishing oil feel. It is a lovely option for makers building more premium-feeling oil blends.

This product is certified: Vegan and Beauty Without Cruelty.

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  • Botanical Name: Opuntia ficus-indica
  • Part Used: Seed
  • Form: Cold pressed carrier oil
  • Texture: Lightweight, fast absorbing, non-greasy feel
  • Solubility: Oil soluble (not water soluble)
  • Packaging Note: 30ml ships with a pipette top
  • Suitable For: Cosmetic Use Only
  • Facial oils and serums
  • Oil-phase creams and lotions
  • Night oils and targeted skincare blends
  • Low-dilution essential oil carrier blends
  • Lightweight, silky body-care oil blends

    Prickly Pear Seed Oil Is For:

  • Sensitive-feeling skincare routines that prefer gentle lightweight oils
  • Dry and mature-style routines wanting a non-greasy finish
  • DIY formulators creating facial oils and serums
  • Luxury carrier oil blends with a refined feel
  • Prickly Pear Seed Oil Is Not For:

  • Ingestion-focused use
  • Very rich, heavy, highly occlusive oil preferences
  • Essential-oil expectations instead of a carrier oil
  • As a Facial Oil: Apply a few drops to clean, slightly damp skin and press in gently.
  • As a Blend Ingredient: Mix into serums or creams as part of the oil phase.
  • As a Carrier Oil: Use in low-dilution essential oil blends where a lighter finish is preferred.
  • Processing Tip: Store away from heat and light to help maintain freshness.
  • For external use only
  • Do not ingest
  • Patch test before first use
  • Discontinue use if irritation occurs
  • Keep out of reach of children and pets
  • If pregnant or breastfeeding, seek professional guidance before use

Q: Will Prickly Pear Seed Oil feel greasy?
A: It is typically chosen for its lighter, fast-absorbing feel, especially compared with richer seed oils.

Q: Can it be layered under a moisturiser?
A: Yes. Many routines apply a few drops to the skin and then follow with a moisturiser.

Q: Can it be blended with other oils?
A: Yes. It blends well with other carrier oils to adjust feel, richness, and finish.

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