Organic prickly pear seed oil pure certified Ecocert -USDA-ISO 9001

Prickly Pear Seed Oil can be used as a daily skin treatment, for all skin types it is an exciting new anti-aging,

moisturizing and nourishing oil that many women are now discovering.

Thanks to its exceptional high content of Vitamin E and plant derived betalains, cactus seed oil acts as a

super antioxidant amongst antioxidants and a potent fighter of free radicals. 

In fact this oil is richer in essential fatty acids and tocopherols than argan oil, making it the most naturally effective and latest treatments in the anti-aging revolution.

Composition:

Opuntia ficus indica oil 100 % pure : prickly pear seed oil extracted mechanically by cold pressing prickly pear (Barbary fig) seeds without solvents.

These seeds are very hard and contain only 5% of oil ,we need from 30 to  60 kilos of seeds depending on seeds, nearly one tonne of fruit, to obtain just one litre of this oil Cactus Bio Skin Pure Barbary fig seed oil is exceptionally rich in both vitamin E and sterols it contains more than 85% of unsaturated fatty acid with more than 60% of linoleic acid. Omega 6 is considered as an essential fatty acid wich is  absolutely indispensible for many different metabolic processes of the organism.

Prickly pear seed oil is also rich in tocopherols (1000 mg/kg)..These elements help to stabilize cell membranes and

protect the tissues of the skin, eyes, and breast, which are more sensitive to oxidation.

Properties and cosmetic applications:

1. Protects the skin against premature aging (anti-aging activities)
2. Tightens the skin and prevents premature wrinkle formation
3. Promotes a beautiful and healthy complexion
4. Reduces the under-eye shadows and eye circles
5. Very recommendable for dry and rough Hair
6. Moisturizing and revitalizing
7. Helps repairing fragile, fissured and lustreless Fingernails

Not suitable as sunless tanning oil

Technical informations:

- INCI: Prickly pear seed oil
- CAS N°: 90082-21-6
- EINECS N°: 290-109-1

- Appearance: Yellow-green viscous liquid
- Odor: Characteristic
- Density: 0, 92
- Peroxide Value (meq O2/Kg):< 5

 Directions for use :

You can apply cactus bio skin at night as an intensive anti-aging and moisturizing treatment.

Start by using cactus bio skin at night only to see how your skin likes it.

You can then progress to twice a day if your skin needs extra hydration or you can simply apply it

to dry or wrinkle-prone areas.

If you have very dry skin, also use the oil in the morning.

A little does go a long way. The oil penetrates easily, does not leave an oily residue and can even

be used around the eye area.

apply to a perfectly clean skin, massage gently with fingertips until completly absorbed, prickly

pear oil keeps your skin hydrated and well nourished by maintaining the moisture giving your skin

a youthful appearance.

Regular use will help to fight against dry skin, improve hydration, slow the aging process, prevent

wrinkles and restore elasticity of your skin

Labels :

We are glad to inform you that our products carry ECOCERT label.

ECOCERT is a control and certification organisation accredited by EU Authorities for CE

certification ,

The ECOCERT label is a mark of recognition for professionals wishing to place emphasis on

superior quality. The ECOCERT label is recognised by consumers, who, through their confidence,

are helping to uphold a symbol of professionalism, consistency and commitment.