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Essentially Natural Prickly Pear Seed Oil - Cold Pressed

Essentially Natural Prickly Pear Seed Oil - Cold Pressed

R 149.00
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.

Need detailed info? COAs and SDSs are available — just send us the product name and batch number, and we’ll gladly share them with you.
  • 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)
  • Country of Origin: South Africa
  • 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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Alisha S. (Cape Town, ZA)

This oil makes my skin feel brand new! I use it as a serum. The texture is so silky. I love it!

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Anonymous (Cape Town, ZA)
Prickly pear

I’m very happy with my purchase. It’s exactly what I was expecting. Thank you very much!

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Caroline C. (Johannesburg, ZA)
I'm loving the prickly pear seed oil

I'm loving the prickly pear seed oil. I've started using a few drops at night, and my skin is feeling so much more nourished! Wish I'd discovered it sooner.

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Liana C. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Stunning!

Since applying this oil nightly 3x per week, I have noticed an improvement in my skin, it's brighter, the wrinkles around my eyes have a lighter appearance, and my skin feels more supple overall. This is definitely become a staple item on my skincare routine!

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S.D. (Alberton, ZA)

I love it. Although I do feel like it works better on my skin than my hair

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Ina W. (Cape Town, ZA)

Love this product

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Wendy v.G. (Ceres, ZA)

I love this product. Not greasy and glides on smoothly. My skin feels like a million dollars x

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Elna P. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Best of the best

Love this prickley pear oil, it's light and not greasy, put it directly on my skin which tends to be very dry in winter! Love this!

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Prabha P. (Cape Town, ZA)
Powerful ingredient

Prickly pear has such powerful benefits. It elevated my moisturiser. And has allowed my cream to be power packed. No real smell and a little goes a long way.

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ELSABE V. (Johannesburg, ZA)
PRICKLY PEAR OIL

Absolutely fantastic product! I will never be without it again! I use it in my own face serum and I can already see a HUGE difference! Easily absorbs and leaves your face feeling so nourished and soft!

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Ruanda T. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Prickly Pear oil

As always a very good quality product from Essentially Natural. I love working with it and it's one of my favourites.

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Leani S. (Pietermaritzburg, ZA)

Prickly Pear has been such a pleasure to work with! It has amazing properties suitable for all skin types. It is a thicker oil compared to what I am used to, but it has definitely given my skin the boost it needed.

Thank you Essentially Natural - you have become a dear friend!

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Glamorine P. (Stellenbosch, ZA)
Anti-age

It seems very nourishing for my skin. I just love it.

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Ramona P. (Johannesburg, ZA)
Amazing Glow

This oil leaves my skin glowing... it's a yes from me :-)

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Dion V.N. (Midrand, ZA)

Essentially Natural Prickly Pear Seed Oil

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Aisha A.
Good moisturiser

Love this oil. Read about it online. A good moisturiser. I mix this with lavender oil. Thank you EN for stocking oils that I am unable to find anywhere else. Appreciated

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ANNETTE V.V.
Five Stars!

I am enjoying using this product. It is easily and quickly absorbed into the skin without leaving a greasy residue.

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Darshna

Is this product sourced from Morocco?

Essentially Natural

Hi Darshna,

Thank you for your question!

Yes, our current Prickly Pear Seed Oil is sourced from Morocco.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any other questions - we'd be happy to help.

Warm regards,
The EN Team

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Cheanette

Can I use prickly pear oil on it's own

Essentially Natural

Hi Cheanette 😊

Yes, you can absolutely use prickly pear oil on its own.

It’s a lightweight, nourishing oil that absorbs well into the skin, so many people enjoy using it neat (undiluted) as part of their skincare routine. If you do plan to include it in a formulation later on, it also blends well with other carrier oils and actives — but on its own, it’s perfectly suitable 🌿

If you’d like help with anything else, please reach out we are happy to assist.

Warm regards,
Porsha

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