# Argan Barbary Oil Blend for Hair & Skin

- Link: https://aunaturalorganics.com/shop/argan-barbary-oil-500ml/
- Published: 2016-07-31T16:56:00+00:00
- Author: Au Natural Organics Team

This blend pairs two Moroccan oils. Argan oil comes from the argan tree of southwest
Morocco, where families and women’s cooperatives crack each nut between two stones
to free the kernels. It is golden and silky. Barbary fig seed oil is cold-pressed
from the tiny seeds of the prickly pear cactus grown around Sidi Ifni and the Anti-
Atlas. The seeds hold just 5 to 6 percent oil, so about a tonne of fruit gives one
litre. It is light and dry, rich in linoleic acid and natural vitamin E. Together
they make a silky oil for hair and skin.

## Details

  |  Oils in the blend |  Argan (_Argania spinosa_) and barbary fig seed (_Opuntia ficus-indica_) |  
 |  Origin |  Southwest Morocco |  
 |  Extraction |  Cold-pressed, then blended |  
 |  Texture |  Silky, fast-absorbing |  
 |  Ingredients |  _Argania spinosa_ kernel oil, _Opuntia ficus-indica_ seed oil |

**Why it costs more:** barbary fig seed oil is one of the most expensive plant oils
to make, needing about 1,000 kg of fruit per litre.

## How to use

 1. **Face:** press 2 to 3 drops into clean skin, morning or evening.
 2. **Hair:** smooth 1 to 2 drops through the ends for shine.
 3. **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

### What is barbary fig oil?

The seed oil of the prickly pear cactus, _Opuntia ficus-indica_, also sold as prickly
pear seed oil.

### Is it greasy?

No. It is silky and absorbs quickly.

### Can I use it on my hair?

Yes. A drop or two through the ends adds shine.

[Read where argan oil comes from and how it is made](https://aunaturalorganics.com/ingredient/argan/).