Botanical Name: Opuntia Ficus-Indica
Country of Origin: Madagascar
Part of Plant: seeds
Extraction method: primary cold pressing ,not refined
Color: yellow-green
Nutrients:
• Palmitic acid
• Linoleic acid (omega 6)
• Oleic acid (omega 9)
• α-Linolenic acid (omega 3)
• Arachiic acid
• Stearic acid
• Myristic acid
• Vitamin E
• Vitamin C
• Carotenoids
• Flavonoids
Suitable skin: Normal skin , Dry skin, Mature skin ,Sensitive skin
Opuntia, commonly called Prickly Pear, is a genus in the cactus family. The genus is named after the ancient Greek city Opus. It is an edible plant that can reproduce by regenerating roots. The most common culinary species is the Indian fig cactus (O.ficus-indica). It is a large, segmented cactus that forms a trunk. It can grow 5 to 7 meters, with a crown diameter of more than 3 m and a trunk diameter of 1 m. Prickly pears usually grow with flat round spines.
Prickly Pear oil is extracted from the seeds of the cactus. Organic Prickly Pear oil is also known as Barbary Fig Oil, and has been the beauty secret of Berber women for many centuries. It has high moisturizing properties, and many skin-friendly characteristics. It is rich in omega-6 fatty acids and natural carotenoids, vitamins C, E and flavonoids, which are high in antioxidants. Prickly Pear oil has high nutritional valu and is easy to absorb. It is rich in linoleic acid, which helps to keep the skin smooth and brighten the complexion. Prickly Pear oil penetrates deeply into the skin and provides strong moisturizing without clogging the pores. Containing vitamin E and amino acids, it helps nourish, moisturize and soften the skin, and is good for mature skin and prevents fine lines. It can promote elasticity and provide a smoother, more delicate and radiant skin texture.It can be used as the night serum, it can reduce the appearance of dark spots and dark circles and make the skin look younger. Its rich nutrients can also shine and moisturize hair, skin and nails .
