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Organic Cold-Pressed Moroccan Prickly Pear Seed Oil — The World's Rarest Skincare Oil
Our USDA Organic certified prickly pear seed oil is cold-pressed from the seeds of the Opuntia ficus-indica cactus, grown in Morocco — the traditional and historical home of premium prickly pear oil. Single-ingredient. No fillers. No fragrance. Bottled by Love Organics in Australia. Free shipping over $120.
It takes approximately one million seeds — and 36 hours of careful hand-separation — to produce a single litre of prickly pear oil. That works out to roughly 30,000 seeds per 30ml bottle. This is what makes Moroccan prickly pear oil one of the world's most expensive and sought-after natural skincare oils.
Prickly Pear Oil Benefits for Skin
Designed to support the appearance of:
- Mature-looking skin
- Skin lacking radiance or glow
- Dry and dehydrated skin
- Uneven-looking skin texture
- Sensitive-feeling skin
Naturally rich in tocopherols (vitamin E), linoleic acid (omega-6), beta-sitosterol, and antioxidants — with one of the highest natural vitamin E concentrations of any plant oil. Comedogenic rating: 1-2 (very low — unlikely to clog pores).
ACO Certified Organic
Cert. No. 14185 — Love Organics is audited and certified by Australian Certified Organic, the country's most rigorous organic standard.
TGA Listed (AUST L 503545)
Listed on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods. Bottled in a TGA-registered Sydney facility under strict Australian regulatory standards.
USDA Organic Nigella Sativa
Cold-pressed from USDA-certified organic Nigella sativa, sourced from premium growers in India — the historical heart of black seed cultivation.
100% Pure — Third-Party Lab Tested
Single-ingredient Nigella sativa. No carrier oils, no fillers, no additives. Cold-pressed to retain thymoquinone (TQ) and active compound spectrum.
Australia-wide shipping rates: East Coast Metro (NSW, VIC, QLD & ACT) Standard $11.95 / Express $19.95, SA & TAS Standard $13.95 / Express $21.95, WA & NT Standard $16.95 / Express $24.95. Free standard shipping on all Australian orders over $120.
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Prickly pear seed oil is naturally rich in skin-conditioning fatty acids, particularly linoleic acid, alongside oleic acid and naturally occurring tocopherols, phytosterols and phenolic compounds. This distinctive composition is one reason Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil has become highly valued in facial skincare.
Why its natural profile matters:
Cold pressing helps preserve the oil’s natural colour, aroma and fatty-acid profile without the need for added fragrance, fillers or carrier oils.
At Love Organics, our USDA Certified Organic Moroccan Prickly Pear Seed Oil is cold pressed from Opuntia ficus-indica seeds and bottled in Australia.
The result is a pure, single-ingredient face oil made for daily skincare, dry areas, nails and cuticles.
Prickly pear seed oil is pressed from the tiny seeds of Opuntia ficus-indica, a cactus widely grown across Morocco and other dry Mediterranean regions. The fruit has long been valued locally, while the seed oil has become especially sought after in modern facial skincare because of its distinctive fatty-acid and antioxidant profile.
Love Organics Prickly Pear Seed Oil is 100% pure, USDA Certified Organic and cold pressed in Morocco. Naturally rich in linoleic acid and containing tocopherols, phytosterols and other plant compounds, it has a lightweight feel that makes it well suited to daily facial care.
Rather than relying on added fragrance, silicones or carrier oils, each bottle contains pure Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil for simple, ingredient-focused skincare.
Love Organics Prickly Pear Seed Oil begins with organically grown Opuntia ficus-indica cactus fruit sourced from Morocco.
The tiny seeds are separated from the fruit before being cold pressed to extract the oil. Because each seed contains only a small amount of oil, genuine prickly pear seed oil requires a significant amount of raw material and careful processing.
Our oil is USDA Certified Organic, cold pressed in Morocco and bottled in Australia, with no carrier oils, fillers, synthetic fragrance or unnecessary additives.
Pure prickly pear seed oil has a naturally lightweight, silky texture that absorbs readily into the skin without the heavy finish associated with some richer facial oils.
Its colour can range from pale golden yellow to yellow-green, and its natural aroma is typically mild and slightly earthy. Small differences in colour and aroma between batches are normal with minimally processed botanical oils.
Prickly pear, botanically known as Opuntia ficus-indica, is a cactus adapted to dry climates and widely cultivated throughout Morocco. While the fruit itself is well known as a food, the seeds inside it contain a small amount of highly valued botanical oil.
Moroccan Origin
Prickly pear cactus grows extensively in Morocco, where the fruit and seeds are harvested and processed for food, cosmetic and agricultural uses.
Oil From the Seed
Prickly pear seed oil is pressed from the tiny seeds inside the fruit. It should not be confused with prickly pear fruit extract, cactus extract or essential oil.
A Naturally Small Yield
The seeds contain relatively little oil compared with many common oil crops, which helps explain why authentic prickly pear seed oil is more labour-intensive and expensive to produce.
Modern Skincare Interest
Today, prickly pear seed oil is valued in facial skincare for its naturally high linoleic-acid content, tocopherols and lightweight skin feel.
The Love Organics difference
Not every product labelled “prickly pear oil” is necessarily pure seed oil.
Love Organics uses 100% Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil, cold pressed in Morocco from certified organic seeds, with no carrier oils, synthetic fragrance or fillers.
When choosing prickly pear seed oil, look beyond the front label. A high-quality facial oil should clearly identify the botanical ingredient, where it comes from, how it is extracted and whether anything else has been added.
A simple, lightweight facial oil for everyday skincare.
Apply 2–3 drops of prickly pear seed oil to clean, slightly damp skin.
Gently press or massage the oil over the face and neck until absorbed.
It can be used:
Start with a small amount. A few drops are generally enough for the entire face.
Massage a small amount into dry areas of skin, nails or cuticles as needed.
Prickly pear seed oil can also be blended with a favourite moisturiser by adding one or two drops before application.
Patch test before first use, particularly if you have sensitive or reactive skin.
| Use | Amount | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Face | 2 to 3 drops | Morning and/or evening |
| Face & neck | 3 to 4 drops | As needed |
| Mixed with moisturiser | 1 to 2 drops | As needed |
| Nails & cuticles | 1 drop | As needed |
| Dry skin areas | 1 to 2 drops | As needed |
Store your organic prickly pear seed oil in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.
Replace the cap firmly after each use and keep the bottle closed when not in use to help maintain freshness and protect the oil from unnecessary air and light exposure.
Always read the label and follow the directions for use. TGA Listed AUST L 503545.
Prickly pear seed oil is a botanical oil pressed from the small seeds inside the fruit of Opuntia ficus-indica. It is commonly used as a facial oil because of its lightweight texture and naturally occurring fatty acids, tocopherols and other plant compounds.
The terms are often used interchangeably, but genuine prickly pear seed oil specifically comes from the seeds. Products labelled simply “prickly pear oil” may sometimes contain fruit extracts, infused oils or blends, so checking the ingredient list is important.
Prickly pear seed oil is widely used as a facial oil because it is lightweight and naturally rich in skin-conditioning fatty acids, particularly linoleic acid. It can help leave skin feeling soft, conditioned and supple.
Yes, it can be used daily if it suits your skin. Start with 2–3 drops once per day and adjust according to how your skin responds.
Prickly pear seed oil is commonly described as a lightweight facial oil, but comedogenic ratings are not a reliable guarantee of how an individual product will behave on every person's skin. Skin responses vary, so patch testing is recommended.
Online sources often assign prickly pear seed oil a very low comedogenic rating, but these scales are not standardised clinical measurements. It is more accurate to describe it as a lightweight oil that is commonly used in facial skincare.
No. Prickly pear seed oil is a fixed botanical oil pressed from cactus seeds. It is not an essential oil and does not need to be diluted in a carrier oil before normal facial use.
The seeds inside prickly pear fruit contain only a small amount of oil. Producing genuine seed oil therefore requires a large quantity of fruit, seed separation and careful pressing, making it considerably more labour-intensive than many common botanical oils.
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