Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil
AKA “Prickly pear seed oil, Cactus seed oil, Opuntia oil
Oil
Ingredient Facts
Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil
AKA: Prickly pear seed oil, Cactus seed oil, Opuntia oil
Oil · Emollient · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Clean
Opuntia Ficus-Indica Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Opuntia ficus-indica.
Family
Cactaceae (Cactus family)
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
90082-21-6
Form
Oil
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Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
The seed oil from prickly pear cactus has been used in traditional Moroccan and Middle Eastern skincare for moisturizing and antioxidant benefits. Valued historically for its ability to nourish dry and mature skin.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR