Ever had a prickly pear margarita in the desert? Yep, they’re pretty much everything. And since we’re on the subject, we thought it was fitting to talk about prickly pear in skin care. It’s fall’s most buzzed about beauty ingredient, after all. Hailing from the cactus family, prickly pear seed oil is a wonder ingredient used in everything from serums to lotions and even haircare products as it has been shown to deeply moisturize, brighten, restore elasticity, diminish fine lines and much more.
Intrigued? Check out our list of favorite prickly pear beauty products above.
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Prickly Pear is Fall's Most Hyped About Beauty Ingredient
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Kahina Giving Beauty
Organic is the name of Kahina's beauty game, which is why we're smitten over its Prickly Pear Seed Oil. Plus, since it deeply hydrates, moisturizes and restores skin, it's a perfect product to add into your daily winter skin care regimen.
Prickly Pear Seed Oil, $150 at Credo
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MUN
Another favorite is this gorgeous brightening serum from MUN, which is also 100 percent organic. Use it on your eyes and face and watch as it works anti-aging wonders on your skin. Expect a gorgeous glow and more youthful-looking skin with regular use.
No.1 Aknari Brightening Youth Serum, $95 at MUN
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KYPRIS
This amazing body elixir is one we suggest keeping handy all year long. Crafted from the wild in the Arizona desert, this oil is chock-full of vitamin E and amino acids to help keep skin de-stressed and super smooth. And how could anyone resist the brand's chic apothecary packaging?
Body Elixir: Inflorescence, $95 at KYPRIS
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AHAVA
If you've ever used AHAVA's prized body lotion, then you'll be stoked to know that it now has a prickly pear-scented version. And yes, it smells out of this world. It's also formulated with dead sea minerals and will help to keep you smelling fresh and clean, all while keeping stress at bay.
Prickly Pear & Moringa Mineral Body Lotion, $26 at AHAVA
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Christophe Robin
Yes, there's even a prickly pear product for your locks. This amazing mask from Christophe Robin penetrates into hair and helps to strengthen, repair and restructure, while providing your locks with a dose of hydration and shine. Plus, it smells amazing.
Regenerating Mask With Rare Prickly Pear Seed Oil, $71 at Sephora
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LILFOX
Beauty nectar. Sounds so luxe, right? Well, it's basically magic. While it may cost a pretty penny, it lasts forever as a couple drops will go a long way. Think softer lines, soothing, smoothing and then some. Bonus: It's also infused with Brazilian tourmaline that has been "cleansed under the light of a full moon."
Prickly Pear Illuminating Beauty Nectar, $110 at Credo
