Prickly pear seed oil is used in cosmetics, especially as an intensive moisturizer, and is considered one of the essential anti-ageing products in liquid form. The valuable ingredients for care are:
- Omega-6 fatty acids
- Omega-9 fatty acids
- Vitamin C
- Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
- Beta-Sitosterol
Prickly pear seed oil is not only an excellent moisturizer, but it is also a highly high-quality anti-ageing oil. It ́s naturally high unsaturated
fatty acid content (88%) means it is ideal as an anti-ageing product for stressed skin. It is particularly rich in
natural antioxidants such as Vitamin E (Tocopherols) and linoleic acid (omega 6 up to 70%), which counteracts free radicals (accelerate the ageing process).
In addition, the oil of the prickly pear is very productive, it prevents above all:
- Cellulite
- Dark circles under the eyes o Crow’s feet
- Skin irritations
- Sun damage
- Age spots
Harpersbazaar.de writes about the effect of anti-ageing care as follows:
„The moisturizing effect reduces dryness lines, gives the skin a fresh glow and boosts its regeneration.“
The special composition of vitamins and secondary plant substances such as beta-carotene, ferulic acid and triterpene also makes the natural product the ideal anti-ageing oil. The ingredients give the oil an antioxidant effect and fight free radicals. These are aggressive molecules that damage cells and rapidly accelerate the ageing process of the skin. Prickly pear seed oil counteracts the damage caused by free radicals and thus protects the skin from premature wrinkles. It is non-comedogenic, so it does not clog pores and does not pose the risk of blackheads and pimples and can therefore also be used on any skin type.
Application:
Rub a few drops of prickly pear seed oil between your hands after daily cleansing and gently massage into skin and hair (and nails as needed). When applied externally, the oil is quickly and completely absorbed and thus leaves no greasy film on the skin.