Description
This blend pairs two oils. Argan oil comes from the argan tree of southwest Morocco, where families and women’s cooperatives gather the fallen fruit and crack each nut between two stones to free the kernels. It is golden and silky, rich in oleic and linoleic acids. Prickly pear seed oil is cold-pressed from the tiny seeds of cactus fruit, Opuntia ficus-indica. It takes about a tonne of fruit to make one litre, and the oil is light and dry, high in linoleic acid with natural vitamin E. Together they give a silky oil that absorbs quickly.
Details
| Oils in the blend | Argan (Argania spinosa) and prickly pear seed (Opuntia ficus-indica) |
|---|---|
| Origin | Morocco and North Africa |
| Part used | Argan kernel, prickly pear seed |
| Extraction | Cold-pressed, then blended |
| Texture | Silky, fast-absorbing |
| Ingredients | Argania spinosa kernel oil, Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil |
Why supply is limited: argan grows naturally in one small corner of Morocco and its nuts are cracked by hand, while prickly pear seed yields only about 5 percent oil.
How to use
- Face: press 2 to 3 drops into clean skin, morning or evening.
- Hair: smooth 1 to 2 drops through the ends for shine.
- Body: smooth over damp skin after bathing.
Patch test on the inner arm before first use. Keep away from the eyes. Store somewhere cool and dark with the cap closed.
FAQs
Why blend argan with prickly pear?
Argan adds a silky feel, and prickly pear seed oil is light and dry, so the blend absorbs quickly.
Is prickly pear the same as barbary fig?
Yes. Both names refer to Opuntia ficus-indica.
Can I use it on my hair?
Yes. A drop or two through the ends softens and adds shine.
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