{"product_id":"tuna-oil-elixir-for-skin-se-trata-oil-more-antioxidant-elixir-antiedad","title":"Prickly Pear Seed Oil · Antioxidant Plant Oil","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:Arial,sans-serif;max-width:700px;padding:10px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:20px;font-weight:bold;margin:0 0 4px;color:#111;\"\u003ePrickly Pear Seed Oil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#666;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAntioxidant Plant Oil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eLight plant oil, rich in antioxidants, for premium facial formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:11px;font-weight:bold;color:#1565C0;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.08em;border-bottom:2px solid #1565C0;padding:8px 0 6px;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eTECHNICAL DATA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eProduct name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  Prickly Pear Seed Oil \/ Nopal Seed Oil (Opuntia ficus-indica L. Mill.)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eKey chemical composition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  Prickly pear seed oil is characterized by its rich composition, predominantly unsaturated fatty acids\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eFatty acids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  It is an oil with a high degree of unsaturation (up to 82.3 %).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eOleic acid (C18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  1c9 or omega-9): the second most abundant, ranging from 92.7–198.8 mg\/g\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003ePalmitic acid (C16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  0): present at 25.6–56.2 mg\/g.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eStearic acid (C18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  0): present at 15.5–36.1 mg\/g.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eOther fatty acids, such as C14\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  0, C16:1c9, C17:0, C17:1c10, C20:0, C18:3c9,12,15 y\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eC20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  3c8,11,14, are detected in small amounts.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eOther Components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  Squalene (36.5–66.5 mg\/100 g of seed). Carotenoids and chlorophyll are also present.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eHelps reduce the look of wrinkles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  Palmitic acid supports the skin's healthy barrier function, helping reduce the look of wrinkles.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eHelps reduce the look of dark spots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  Helps reduce the look of sun-related dark spots.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eFast-absorbing and non-greasy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  Gives a non-irritating feel and leaves no greasy residue on the skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003ePhytosterols\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  β-sitosterol is predominant (11.6–58.3 mg\/100 g of seed), along with campesterol, stigmasterol and other sterols. Total sterol content can be 1 g\/100 g.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eCold pressing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  A mechanical method that uses no chemical solvents, preserving the fatty acids, vitamin E and natural antioxidants. Oil yield ranges from 0.5–6.1 % with this method.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eDeep hydration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  Its high linoleic acid content helps it absorb quickly into the skin's surface layers, supporting a renewed-looking complexion. Oleic and stearic acids also help moisturize the skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eLinoleic acid (C18\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  2c9,12 or omega-6): the dominant fatty acid, ranging from 58.56–65.73 % in cold-pressed oils and up to 71.0–88.9 % in direct seed analyses, and 73.4 % in some studies. It is an essential fatty acid.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eTocopherols (Vitamin E)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  γ-tocopherol is the most abundant (16.6–23.8 mg\/100 g of seeds), while α-tocopherol is the least stable and is found in higher proportion in green fruit. Opuntia ficus-indica oil generally contains 150 % more vitamin E than argan oil.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003ePhenolic compounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  It is rich in polyphenols, flavonoids and tannins, at higher concentrations than in the fruit pulp. Hydroxybenzaldehyde derivatives (4-hydroxybenzaldehyde, vanillin, syringaldehyde), hydroxycinnamic acid derivatives (p-coumaric acid, p-coumaric acid ethyl ester, ferulic acid) and hydroxycinnamaldehyde derivatives (ferulaldehyde) have been identified. Ferulic acid (347 µg\/g) and salicylic acid (226.2 µg\/g) are notable components.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eSupports firmer-looking skin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  its fatty acids and ferulic acid help improve the look of skin firmness and elasticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eFree-radical protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  acts as a potent antioxidant, helping reduce the look of redness and protecting against free-radical damage—an effect more pronounced and longer-lasting than argan oil thanks to its higher vitamin content.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:11px;font-weight:bold;color:#1565C0;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.08em;border-bottom:2px solid #1565C0;padding:8px 0 6px;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eFUNCTION\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:10px 0 4px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#EBF3FB;color:#12395F;border:1px solid #3B7CC4;font-size:12px;padding:5px 14px;border-radius:20px;margin:0 6px 6px 0;\"\u003eAntioxidant Plant Oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:11px;font-weight:bold;color:#1565C0;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.08em;border-bottom:2px solid #1565C0;padding:8px 0 6px;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eAPPLICATIONS\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin:10px 0 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#EBF3FB;color:#12395F;border:1px solid #3B7CC4;font-size:12px;padding:5px 14px;border-radius:20px;margin:0 6px 6px 0;\"\u003eSerums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#EBF3FB;color:#12395F;border:1px solid #3B7CC4;font-size:12px;padding:5px 14px;border-radius:20px;margin:0 6px 6px 0;\"\u003eFacial oils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#EBF3FB;color:#12395F;border:1px solid #3B7CC4;font-size:12px;padding:5px 14px;border-radius:20px;margin:0 6px 6px 0;\"\u003eCreams\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHair care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eUsed to moisturize hair and help restore its shine and strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eOther Properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoothing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains compounds such as β-sitosterol, flavonoids and oleic acid that give it soothing properties, useful in products for stressed-looking skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eIts phytochemicals also contribute purifying properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eInformation obtained from technical literature: Opuntia ficus-indica \/ Opuntia spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAlthough focused on surface chemistry, this document is cited as a source for specific analytical method data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:11px;font-weight:bold;color:#1565C0;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.08em;border-bottom:2px solid #1565C0;padding:8px 0 6px;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eDESCRIPTION\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eTechnical information: Opuntia ficus-indica \/ Opuntia spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003ePrickly Pear Seed Oil (Opuntia spp.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003ePrickly pear seed oil, also known as cactus pear or nopal seed oil, is a valuable plant oil obtained from the fruit seeds of several Opuntia species, especially Opuntia ficus-indica. This oil is a by-product of the prickly pear juice industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidant Activity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eShows antioxidant activity in vivo and in vitro. Its polyphenols and tocopherols contribute to this capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;font-weight:bold;color:#333;margin:12px 0 4px;\"\u003eBenefits and properties\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoothing Properties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003ePhenolic compounds such as quercetin, isorhamnetin and kaempferol contribute to its antioxidant properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eInformation obtained from technical literature: Opuntia ficus-indica \/ Opuntia spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e3. Food Applications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eSource of essential nutrients for the skin:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eIt is a promising source of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), especially linoleic acid (omega-6).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eIt contains tocopherols (vitamin E) and carotenoids, which act as natural antioxidants to preserve the lipid components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eRich in phytosterols, important components of oil quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eInformation obtained from technical literature: Opuntia ficus-indica \/ Opuntia spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eIn some properties its composition is similar to that of other common plant oils such as sesame, sunflower, corn, grape seed, soybean and olive oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eQuality and production considerations: the composition and quality of prickly pear seed oil are influenced by cultivar, season, location and extraction method. The low oil content of the seeds compared with other oilseeds, and the laborious, time-consuming production process, result in a high commercial price, which has limited its use mainly to cosmetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eInformation obtained from technical literature: Opuntia ficus-indica \/ Opuntia spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eReferences for the Prickly Pear Seed Oil (Opuntia spp.) technical data sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eMohamed Fawzy Ramadan Hassanien (Editor). Bioactive Phytochemicals from Vegetable Oil and Oilseed Processing By-products. Reference Series in Phytochemistry. Springer Nature Switzerland AG, 20231.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eMohamed Fawzy Ramadan (Editor). Cold Pressed Oils: Green Technology, Bioactive Compounds, Functionality, and Applications. Academic Press (Elsevier), 2018197.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eEnnouri, M., Evelyne, B., Laurence, M., Hamadi, A. \"Fatty acid composition and rheological properties of prickly pear seed oil.\" Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry, 26, 835–837513.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAruwa, C.E., Amoo, S.O., \u0026amp; Kudanga, T. \"Opuntia (Cactaceae) plant compounds: A comprehensive review.\" Journal of Ethnopharmacology516.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAruwa, C.E., Amoo, S.O., \u0026amp; Kudanga, T. \"Phenolic compound profile and biological activities of Opuntia prickly pear fruit and peel extracts.\" Food Research International536.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eRamírez-Moreno, S. \"Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Properties of Cactus Pear Opuntia Seed\". Journal of Food Quality. and identification of fatty acids in oils extracted from seeds of different · Information obtained from technical literature: Opuntia ficus-indica \/ Opuntia spp. fruit species. It also refers to studies on fatty acid composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eRegalado-Rentería, E. \"Assessment of extraction methods and biological value\": quantifies metabolites such as squalene, β-sitosterol and γ-tocopherol in prickly pear seeds. Describes prickly pear oil (Opuntia ficus-indica L.) as similar to argan oil in some respects and compares its oil content and fatty acid composition with cottonseed and grape seed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eBardaa, S. \"BioMed Research International - The Effect of Prickly Pear, Pumpkin, and Linseed Oils on Biological\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eBoukhris, M. \"Characterization of Phenolic Compounds Extracted\": describes the Klason lignin extraction method for cactus seeds and the analysis of phenolic compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eEnnouri, M. \"Chemical Characterization of Opuntia ficus-indica Seed Oil\": highlights that Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil has a high degree of unsaturation (82.3 %), with linoleic acid as the main fatty acid (60.61 %), followed by oleic (19.77 %), palmitic (13.83 %) and stearic (3.16 %). Notes that its composition is comparable to grape seed oil because of its high linoleic acid content, and that β-sitosterol is the main sterol (61.42 %).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eBowles, E. J. \"Chemistry of Aromatherapeutic Oils 3rd Edition\". Provides references on extraction techniques, essential oil constituents and biological activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eSimon, Ž. \"Circular-economy-driven additive manufacturing – A review\" (Journal of Industrial…): although not mainly about prickly pear oil, this document covers material referencing methodology and origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eInformation obtained from technical literature: Opuntia ficus-indica \/ Opuntia spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eRichter, B. E. \"Cold press in oil extraction. A review\": a document reviewing cold pressing as an oil extraction technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003ede Wit, M. \"Cold pressed cactus pear seed oil: Quality and stability\": evaluates the yield, fatty acid composition, physicochemical properties, quality and stability of cold-pressed cactus pear seed oil from twelve cultivars. Oil content ranged from 2.51–5.96 %, and linoleic acid was the main fatty acid (58.56–65.73 %).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eRamírez Montoya, M.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\"Fatty acid composition and rheological…\": a document covering fatty acid composition and rheological properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eda Silva, J. C. \"Extracción de Hemicelulosa\": although it deals with hemicellulose extraction, this document mentions various extraction and chemical characterization methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eCarrillo-Verástegui, K. A. Highlights the upcycling of surpluses and residues into bioproducts and bioenergy, including oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eHayes, D. G., Hildebrand, D. F., \u0026amp; McKeon, T. A. (Eds.). \"Industrial Oil Crops\". This book provides information on the fatty acid composition of seed oils and genetic engineering methods to modify their profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eInformation obtained from technical literature: Opuntia ficus-indica \/ Opuntia spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eO'Brien, R. D. (Eds.). \"Introduction to Fats and Oils Technology\". This book gives an overview of fats and oils technology, including refining, hydrogenation and applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eYeddes, N. \"Supercritical SC‐CO2 and Soxhlet n‐Hexane Extract of Tunisian Opuntia ficus indica\". Journal of Lipids. Compares the fatty acid composition of O. ficus-indica seed oil extracted with supercritical CO2 and Soxhlet with n-hexane.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAl-Naqeb, G. \"Micronutrient content of cold-pressed, hot-pressed, solvent extracted and RBD canola oil\": although focused on canola oil, it describes methods for determining tocopherols, sterols and polyphenols that are relevant to prickly pear oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eInt. J. Mol. Sci.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eCoşkuner, Y. \"Monitoring of seed composition of Prickly pear\". Food Quality. Describes the composition of prickly pear seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eSawaya, W. N. \"Nutritive value of prickly pear seeds, Opuntia ficus-indica\". Journal of Food Science. Provides information on the composition of prickly pear seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eLuthria, D. L. \"Oil Extraction and Analysis Critical Issues and Competitive Studies\". This book covers oil extraction and analysis methods, including Soxhlet and supercritical fluids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eFerreira, R. M. \"Opuntia ficus-indica seed pomace extracts … for body lotions\": details the hydrothermal extraction of prickly pear seed residues for cosmetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eInformation obtained from technical literature: Opuntia ficus-indica \/ Opuntia spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003ePagliaro, M. \"Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil: Biorefinery and bioeconomy\": notes that Opuntia ficus-indica (OFI) oil is used in high-end cosmetic products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eM.D. \"Opuntia ficus-indica seed pomace extracts … for body lotions\": contains information on the cosmetic uses of prickly pear seed pomace extracts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eRamadan, M.F., Moussa, T.E., Rohn, S. (Eds.). \"Opuntia spp.: Chemistry, Bioactivity and Industrial Applications\". This book provides a comprehensive review of the chemistry, bioactivity and industrial applications of Opuntia spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eBensadón, S. \"PHYSICOCHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND OXIDATIVE STABILITY OF OPUNTIA FICUS-INDICA SEED OIL FROM MOROCCO\": details the physicochemical composition and oxidative stability of Opuntia ficus-indica seed oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eZaouali, Y. \"Phenolic Compounds Occurrence in Opuntia\". Molecules. Covers the taxonomic classification of Opuntia species and their phenolic compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eMasmoudi, M. \"Physico-chemical and antioxidant properties of oils and by-products obtained by cold-press extraction of Tunisian Opuntia\": presents the physicochemical and antioxidant properties of oils and by-products obtained by cold extraction of Opuntia spp. seeds from Tunisia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eKarabagias, V. K. \"Prickly Pear Seed Oil by Shelf-Grown Cactus Fruits\": describes the determination of total phenolic compounds in prickly pear seed oil using the Folin-Ciocalteu method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eVadke, V. S. \"Principles of Vegetable Oil Extraction\". This book covers plant oil extraction technologies, including mechanical methods and solvent extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eInformation obtained from technical literature: Opuntia ficus-indica \/ Opuntia spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAndreu-Coll, L. \"Profile of Volatile Aroma-Active Compounds of Cactus Seed Oil (Opuntia ficus-indica) from Different Locations in Morocco and Their Fate during Seed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eDescribes the volatile composition of prickly pear fruit pulp and analysis methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eBedia, J. \"Role-of-the-surface-chemistry-of-carbon-xerogel-ba_2024_Journal-of-\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003ePaquot, C. \"Standard Methods for the Analysis of Oils, Fats and Derivatives\". This book sets standard methods for analyzing oils, fats and derivatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eDinand, E. \"Structure and morphology of cladodes and spines of Opuntia ficus-indica – cellulose extraction\": describes a method for extracting cellulose microfibrils from Opuntia ficus-indica cladodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eSuliman, M. B.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eCevallos Camacho, I. M. \"Técnicas de identificación y cuantificación de los principios activos con potencial uso en el sector cosmético encontrados en las especies del género Opuntia\" (identification and quantification of actives with potential cosmetic use in Opuntia species). Monograph from the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador. An extensive resource detailing the phytochemical composition, active compounds and identification and quantification techniques relevant to the cosmetic industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eInformation obtained from technical literature: Opuntia ficus-indica \/ Opuntia spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrickly Pear Seed Oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nature's secret for radiant-looking skin. Discover the power of a Mexican treasure, extracted from the seeds of the nopal cactus fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e A gift from the heart of Mexico. Imagine an oil born from the resilience and abundance of the Mexican desert. Prickly pear seed oil comes from the fruit of the nopal cactus, a plant deeply rooted in Mexico's history and culture. This special oil is not only a product of extraordinary quality but also an act of care for our planet, since it is obtained from seeds once considered waste, supporting a responsible, sustainable production cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e1. What makes prickly pear seed oil so special?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eIt is a natural concentrate of beauty benefits, thanks to its unique combination of essential nutrients:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px 18px;padding:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep nourishment for your skin: it is exceptionally rich in linoleic acid, a vital nutrient that deeply nourishes. This fatty acid profile makes it similar to other top-quality plant oils, such as grape seed oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural antioxidant protection: contains gamma-tocopherol, a potent form of natural vitamin E, and other phenolic compounds that help protect the skin from free-radical damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurity and stability: it has a balanced, stable composition rich in phytosterols (such as beta-sitosterol), giving it an optimal texture and shelf life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eInformation obtained from technical literature: Opuntia ficus-indica \/ Opuntia spp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e2. Transformative benefits for everyday use: the natural richness of prickly pear oil translates into tangible benefits:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eA premium skin care ingredient. Its high concentration of linoleic acid and natural antioxidants makes it ideal for moisturizing, nourishing and protecting the skin, helping improve the look of its elasticity and radiance. A treasure for creams, serums and body oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;padding:7px 0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold;color:#333;\"\u003eFor sustainable production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#555;\"\u003e  For superior quality\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eAn eco-conscious choice. A guarantee of excellence. It meets the quality standards of the best plant oils; by using seeds that were once discarded, it is a pure product with controlled acidity; we support a circular-economy model. Choosing this oil means offering all its benefits naturally and effectively, and supporting a product that values resources and reduces environmental impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e More than an oil, a lifestyle choice: prickly pear seed oil is the perfect fusion of ancient wisdom and sustainable innovation. It is not just an oil; it is a multifunctional beauty ingredient that brings together the power of nature for your beauty and the well-being of the planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eIt is the secret ingredient, 100 % of Mexican origin, for those seeking what is authentic, effective and responsible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eDiscover the essence of the desert. Discover prickly pear oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eInformation obtained from technical literature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f8fafc;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:10px;padding:14px 16px;font-size:12px;color:#4b5563;line-height:1.65;margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:11px;font-weight:bold;color:#1565C0;text-transform:uppercase;margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003ePractical formulation guide\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#333;\"\u003eUsage level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guideline usage level: 2–10 % in creams and lotions; 1–5 % in shampoo and conditioner; 5–30 % in balms; up to 100 % in body oils, massage oils and makeup removers.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#333;\"\u003eHow to use and incorporate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add to the oil phase of the formula. Oils rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids (linoleic, linolenic) are heat-sensitive: add them during cool-down (below 40 °C\/104 °F) or heat them as briefly as possible. In anhydrous products (body oils, balms) blend cold or warm.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#333;\"\u003eFormulation tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cul style=\"margin:4px 0 6px 18px;padding:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd an antioxidant such as tocopherol (vitamin E) at 0.05–0.5 % to delay rancidity and extend shelf life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine light, fast-absorbing oils with heavier oils to adjust the skin feel; dry oils work well in facial serums and heavier oils in balms and products for dry skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore scaling up, make a pilot batch and run a stability test (cycles at 4 \/ 25 \/ 45 °C\/39 \/ 77 \/ 113 °F for 4 weeks, checking odor, color, pH, viscosity and separation) in the final packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#333;\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miscible with other oils, butters, waxes, esters and most silicones; insoluble in water (requires an emulsifier for creams and lotions).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f0f4ff;border-left:3px solid #1565C0;border-radius:0 8px 8px 0;padding:12px 16px;font-size:12px;color:#555;line-height:1.7;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1565C0;\"\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Container tightly closed and full, protected from light and heat (ideally below 25 °C\/77 °F). Once opened, minimize the air in the container to prevent oxidation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f7f7f7;border-left:3px solid #999;border-radius:0 8px 8px 0;padding:12px 16px;font-size:12px;color:#555;line-height:1.7;margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#444;\"\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-hazard product. Avoid contact with eyes. Spills make surfaces slippery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f7f7f7;border-left:3px solid #999;border-radius:0 8px 8px 0;padding:12px 16px;font-size:12px;color:#555;line-height:1.7;margin-bottom:18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#444;\"\u003eTechnical information for formulators:\u003c\/strong\u003e This sheet describes industrial uses of the raw material in the development of cosmetic products. It is not an efficacy claim for any finished product. The person responsible for the formulation must validate the concentration, compatibility and claims of their product in accordance with applicable regulations.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #eee;padding-top:12px;font-size:12px;color:#999;\"\u003e✉️ sales@gardenianaturals.ca  ·  COA and Safety Data Sheet available with purchase  ·  🚚 Ships across Canada and the USA\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"GNL Innovation Labs","offers":[{"title":"30 mL","offer_id":51038925586679,"sku":"GARDENIA NATURALS |A|","price":60.11,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 mL","offer_id":51038925619447,"sku":"GARDENIA NATURALS |A|","price":142.62,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 mL","offer_id":51038925652215,"sku":"GARDENIA NATURALS |A|","price":309.07,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 mL","offer_id":51038925684983,"sku":"GARDENIA NATURALS |A|","price":546.67,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 L","offer_id":51038925717751,"sku":"GARDENIA NATURALS |A|","price":950.82,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0907\/8544\/8183\/files\/Gardenia-Botella_da8a2dfe-d5e0-4e0f-8441-86430bc29903.png?v=1794503332","url":"https:\/\/www.gardenianaturals.com\/fr\/products\/tuna-oil-elixir-for-skin-se-trata-oil-more-antioxidant-elixir-antiedad","provider":"GARDENIA NATURALS LABORATORIES CANADA INC. 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