Prickly pear seed oil in your daily routine

In this article we take a close look at prickly pear seed oil: its traditional use in Morocco, how to use it and general precautions.

Prickly pear seed oil (زيت بذور التين الشوكي)

Prickly pear seed oil is a rare cosmetic oil pressed from the seeds and used a few drops at a time.

How to use: External use only: a few drops diluted in a carrier oil for a gentle massage. Do not swallow or apply to broken skin or near the eyes.

Prickly pear seed oil in a daily routine

• A few drops of prickly pear seed oil on hair ends or as a massage after the shower, external use only.
• Keep it simple: one or two regular steps beat many irregular ones.
• Watch how your skin or hair responds and stop if any irritation appears.
• Prickly pear seed oil can be combined with hammam staples such as black soap and the kessa glove.

External-use ideas for prickly pear seed oil

• Massage blend: a few drops in a spoon of olive or almond oil, external use only.
• Patch-test the mix on a small area of skin first.
• Use clean tools and keep any mix in the fridge for one day at most.
• Not to be eaten or drunk; keep away from eyes and children.

Buying guide: prickly pear seed oil online

• Combine prickly pear seed oil with other products: 10% off 2, 15% off 3 or more, free delivery from €13.75.
• No returns, except damaged or wrong items reported within 48 hours with a photo and order number.
• Read the product page carefully: size, ingredients, origin and how to use.
• Compare sizes: larger for daily use, smaller for a first try.
• With us it's cash on delivery across Morocco: you pay only when you receive your order.

General precautions

• Moderation first; herbs do not replace a varied diet.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women, children and anyone on medication: ask a doctor first.
• Patch-test oils and skin products on a small area; avoid the eyes.
• Store cool and dry, out of reach of children.

Note: general, traditional information only, not medical advice; it does not replace a doctor.