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Prickly pear & argan oil - Organic & cold-pressed

Prickly pear & argan oil - Organic & cold-pressed

50 ml

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100% natural care to firm mature skin and hair

Natural anti-ageing care

Vegetal oil to firm, smooth & repair mature skin

Prickly pear oil is rich in vitamin E, omega-6 and sterols, antioxidant compounds that protect the skin from premature aging caused by free radicals. It also promotes cell regeneration and collagen production, giving it a tightening and firming effect.

Argan oil is a precious ingredient for the skin, thanks to its richness in fatty acids and vitamin E. It deeply moisturises, reduces the signs of ageing, soothes irritation and promotes skin repair. It also balances sebum production for radiant, healthier skin.

Hair & scalp care

Vegetal oil to nourish and protect hair, while adding shine and softness

Prickly pear oil helps to strengthen hair thanks to its antioxidant fatty acid content, which is conducive to cell renewal, hair growth and slowing down hair ageing. These elements will help strengthen hair and slow down hair loss.

Argan oil is suitable for all hair types, but is still particularly recommended for dry, dull, brittle hair, as well as highlighted/coloured hair and scalps with dandruff. Argan oil makes hair softer and shinier. It is ideal as a conditioner, especially for preventing split ends. Argan oil is also used for styling, as it tames and smoothes hair, while giving it a healthy shine.

Premium quality figs oil and argan, 100% natural and organic

Characteristics of the oil of fig and argan SOWÉ

Organic fig flowers macerated in organic argan oil and cold pressed.
100% natural. The combination of argan and fig of barbarie allows to combine the unmatched benefits of these two vegetable oils to offer you a naturally rich and powerful skin care and hair.

  • Ingredients : 100% active ingredients
  • Certification : COSMOS certified by Ecocert
  • Natural : 100% natural according to ISO 16128
  • Organic : 100% ingredients from organic farming
  • Solvent-free production method : Organic argan oil extracted by a cold pressing process. The healthy almonds from the kernels, dried and carefully cleaned, are pressed with a worm screw, without the use of solvents or chemicals. Then the oil is filtered repeatedly on blovard paper to ensure optimal quality. To maximize the benefits of our product, organic fig flowers are cold macerated in this precious oil. This unique technique creates an oil rich in antioxidants, ideal to nourish and revitalize your skin and hair

Organoleptic properties of prickly pear oil

  • Appearance : Clear oily liquid
  • Touch : Dry
  • Colour : Pale yellow to golden
  • Smell : Slightly nutty and sweet. We recommend you to perfume it with one of our synergies with essential oils

Origin: Maroc

    Benefits

    Benefits of prickly pear on the skin

    • Anti-aging and antioxidant: fights against skin aging, prevents the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, and stimulates cell renewal thanks to its exceptional content of vitamin E and sterols, which are powerful antioxidants.
    • Repairer and restructuring: repairs and heals the skin, reduces pigment spots, scars and stretch marks, and soothes irritation and inflammation thanks to its composition of phytosterols, polyphenols and linoleic acid.
    • Moisturizer: deeply nourishes, nourishes and softens the skin thanks to its richness in essential fatty acids.

    Benefits of prickly pear on hair

    • Hydrates and nourishes dry and damaged hair, thanks to its richness in unsaturated fatty acids and vitamin E.
    • Regenerates and protects the hair from aging, thanks to its content of phytosterols and antioxidants.
    • Soothes and calms irritations, redness and inflammation of the scalp, thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.

    Indication

    • Fine lines and wrinkles in mature and tired skin
    • Bust care
    • Scar care
    • Stretch marks
    • After Sun

    In the flowers of prickly pear, we find: flavonoids, quercetin, minerals (potassium, calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron), vitamin C, malic acid, oxalic acid, pectic acid, tannins, cellulose, albumin and water.

    Ingredient list & INCI

    Ingredients

    Macerate of prickly pear flowers in organic, virgin, cold-pressed argan oil - 50 ml

    INCI - International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients

    Argania spinosa kernel oil*, opuntia ficus-indica flower extract*

    *certified Cosmos by Ecocert Greenlife SAS (F-32600) / from organic farming

    Directions for use

    Face

    This oil can be applied as a serum, day or night cream, or hydrating mask. It helps prevent and reduce wrinkles, blemishes, dark circles and bags under the eyes.

    Body

    It can be used as a massage oil, nourishing balm or after-sun care. Ideal for stretch marks.

    Hair

    It can be used in oil bath, hair mask or as a care without rinsing.

    Guarantees

    Free returns

    If, somehow, you made a mistake when ordering, you have 30 days to return the product free of charge.

    Secure payment

    Master card, Visa. Credit or debit card, our bank is our transaction processor and the security of your transactions is a priority for us.

    Natural ingredients

    Say goodbye to preservatives, solvents and artificial fragrances. At SOWÉ, we take care of you!

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    Skin type

    Specifically for mature skin and For skin of all ages
    Dry skin, Oily skin, Sensitive or atopic skin, Mixed skin, and Normal skin

    Characteristics

    Quality oils

    Organic Cosmetics certification ecocert cosmos

    Natural origin and COSMOS certified

    100% natural ingredients

    • 100% active ingredients
    • 100% COSMOS certified by Ecocert
    • 100% natural according to ISO 16128
    • 100% organic farming

    To offer you a safe, high-quality oil, we have chosen to test and analyze our oils for their microbiological suitability. Our oils are made from organic plantswithout pesticides and without chemical fertilizers.

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    Parfum huile essentielle

    Mix & Match!

    Perfume your organic virgin vegetable oil

    At SOWÉ, we offer you the opportunity to personalise your skincare oil with our blends of organic essential oils. Made up of over 6 essential oils with benefits for the skin, these “scented boosters” add a subtle touch of orange blossom, lavender or ylang ylang to your beauty routine.

    Here's how it works:

    1. Depending on my skin type, I choose my skin care product for the face and body (but also for the hair) based on organic virgin vegetable oil.
    2. Then I select my booster based on organic essential oil to scent my treatment
    3. And finally, I pour my fragrance into my oil. Don't hesitate, it's easy: just pour the desired amount of your fragrance into your treatment oil. You can pour the whole fragrance if you wish.

    It's that easy!

    How do you do it?

    FAQ

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    How do I apply my oil to the skin?

    Place 3 to 5 drops in the palm of your hand, then gently massage into the face, body and/or hair, avoiding contact with the eyes. The precious oil can be used every day, morning or evening, as you wish.

    Morning routine

    Apply every morning after cleansing the face and body, preferably before applying cream, to allow the skin to absorb the treatment.

    Night routine

    Apply every evening after cleansing the face and body, just before going to bed, so that the active ingredients penetrate throughout the night as the skin regenerates.

    Further information: How do I apply oil correctly to the skin?

    How do I determine my skin type?

    To determine your skin type, follow these steps.

    1. Prepare your skin

    Start by removing your make-up completely and washing your face with a gentle cleanser. By the way, did you know that jojoba oil is a great 100% natural make-up remover that takes care of your skin at the same time? Next, wait an hour without applying any products to your skin.

    2. Examine your skin

    After an hour, dab your T-zone (forehead and nose) with a tissue. If sebum has been transferred to the tissue, your skin is either oily or combination. Also, find out how you feel. If your skin feels tight after washing, it's probably dry. If it feels refreshed, it's probably oily.

    Don't hesitate to use our online diagnosis to find out which product is best for you.

    Here are the different skin types.

    Normal skin

    It produces just the right amount of sebum to stay hydrated, protected and comfortable without shine.

    Dry skin

    It is desperately short of sebum, tight, uncomfortable and flaky.

    Oily skin

    It tends to be shiny all over the face. It is generally thicker, with dilated pores and irregular skin texture.

    Mixed skin

    It is often rather oily on the T-zone (where the sebaceous glands are most numerous) while the cheeks are dry and tight.

    It is important to note that the condition of the skin can vary according to external factors such as climate, diet, stress, etc. It is therefore advisable to re-evaluate your skin type regularly to adapt your skincare routine. It is therefore advisable to regularly re-evaluate your skin type to adapt your skincare routine.

    Can oil be used on oily skin?

    Yes, you can use an oil on oily skin, as long as you choose the right oil. Contrary to popular belief, some oils are capable of regulating sebum production and restoring the complex balance of your epidermis.

    Here are some plant oils recommended for oily skin:

    • Jojoba oil: Similar to the sebum produced by the body, this oil is highly prized by our skin and helps to rebalance sebum production.
    • Black cumin oil: Antibacterial, black cumin oil effectively eliminates skin imperfections.
    • Hemp oil: Deeply moisturises the skin without leaving a greasy finish.

    It's important to note that even if oily skin doesn't need to be nourished, hydration is essential. Poor hydration could encourage the epidermis to produce even more sebum in order to hydrate itself, aggravating the vicious circle of oily skin. So it's essential to work directly on the skin with the right skincare products.

    To learn more about oils and oily skin, check out our blog here.

    What are the best plant oils for moisturising, nourishing, protecting, regenerating, soothing or purifying the skin?

    Here are a few plant oils that are often recommended for their beneficial properties for the skin.

    To moisturise and nourish the skin
    • Hemp oil: Soothing, softening and nourishing, this oil is ideal for delicate, dry skin.
    • Argan oil: Obtained from argan seeds, this oil is nourishing, protective and restructuring.
    • Macadamia oil: Known for its moisturising and anti-ageing properties.
    To protect and regenerate the skin
    • Prickly pear oil: Known for its regenerating and anti-wrinkle properties.
    • Argan oil: Ultra-nourishing, this oil helps to maintain skin hydration and combat the effects of time.
    To soothe the skin
    • Jojoba oil: Known for its protective properties, it also restores the skin's elasticity.
    • Calendula oil: Renowned for its soothing and healing properties.
    To purify the skin

    It is important to note that the effectiveness of these oils may vary according to skin type.

    What are the differences between vegetable oils and essential oils?

    Vegetable oils and essential oils both come from nature, but they are very different in terms of composition, origin, method of production and use.

    Vegetable oils are fats that nourish and protect the skin, while essential oils are concentrates of volatile substances with therapeutic properties.

    Vegetable oil

    They are extracted from oleaginous plants such as baobab and sunflower, or from dried fruit, seeds or flowers. They contain vitamins and fatty acids, and have nutritive, protective, softening and regenerative properties that are beneficial for the skin. They can be used or eaten pure. They can also be used as a base for diluting essential oils.

    Essential oil

    They are obtained from the flowers, stems, roots or leaves of plants, often by distillation. Their therapeutic properties (toning, digestive, soothing, etc.) vary according to their origin. They generally need to be diluted, for example in a vegetable oil, and can also be inhaled. Care must be taken, however, as there are contraindications to the use of essential oils, as some of their chemical components can be dangerous.

    To find out more: The difference between vegetable oils and essential oils

    How should plant oils be used on the skin?

    Here are a few tips on how to use plant oils on the skin:

    Moisturising: You can apply your oil before or after your cream or serum.

    As our oils are non-comedogenic, they allow the active ingredients in your cream to pass through. Applying them on top of your cream or serum will provide you with lipids. They will form a protective film on the skin's surface that will prevent the evaporation of water and keep it well hydrated.

    Massage

    For the body, massage in zone by zone (bust, arms, stomach, thighs) using circular movements. For the face, apply the oil or treatment in smoothing movements, starting from the centre and working outwards.

    Pure application

    You can also use a pure vegetable oil. All you need is a few drops, warmed in the palm of your hand and applied with a gentle massage, to reap all the benefits.

    Other uses

    Vegetable oils can also be used to remove make-up, as day and night creams, as eye care, as oil baths for the hair, or to revive dull complexions.

    Which plant oils for which skin type?

    Choose a plant oil according to your skin type for double effectiveness. There are a huge number of different oils, all of which have their own properties and are therefore adapted to specific skin types and problems.

    Oily skin

    The best oils for oily skin are jojoba oil, black cumin oil, hemp oil and L'Huile Précieuse.

    Mixed skin

    The ideal plant oils for combination skin should be gentle and non-greasy, regulating and balancing. The best plant oils for combination skin are jojoba oil, black cumin oil, hemp oil, argan oil, macadamia oil and L'Huile Précieuse.

    Dry skin

    Plant oils for dry skin should have nourishing, protective, softening, anti-inflammatory and emollient properties. The vegetable oils most commonly used are argan oil, jojoba oil, macadamia oil, prickly pear oil and L'Huile Précieuse.

    What properties do plant oils have for the skin?

    Skin oils are natural products that can have many benefits, depending on their composition and how they are used.

    Vegetable oils are extracted from plants, fruit, seeds or nuts. They are rich in fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants. They can nourish, moisturise, protect, regulate, heal and soften the skin. They are suitable for all skin types, but you need to choose the one that best suits your needs and sensitivities. Jojoba oil is ideal for all skin types, including oily skin, because its light, penetrating texture protects the dermis. Argan oil is recommended for dry and mature skin, because it has nourishing, regenerating and anti-ageing properties, while hempseed oil is better suited to oily skin.

    How do I store my oil?

    Store at room temperature, out of sight and reach of children, in a dry place protected from UV rays and light.
    Avoid severe thermal shock.

    Ingredients

    • Prickly pear oil - organic

      The Barbarie fig or Nopal, the queen of the desert - The prickly pear, also known by its name "cactus pear", is a fleshy berry produced by the prickly pear and the Indian pear, opuntia ficus-indica in Latin. Rich in benefits.

      • Skin conditioning
    • Argan Oil - organic

      Argan tree, a miracle of nature for skin, hair and nails - Argan is a vegetable oil extracted from the fruit of the argan tree. It is used in cosmetics for its nourishing, regenerating and antioxidant properties for skin and hair.

      • Emollient
      • Skin conditioning
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    Anne Cazé
    Très bien

    J'aime beaucoup

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    A.A.

    huile qui ne reste pas grasse sur la peau et a une odeur très agréable et légère. Ma peau est ravie

    Bonjour Anne,

    Merci beaucoup pour votre retour. Nous sommes ravis que l'huile vous plaise. Nous nous efforçons de sélectionner le meilleur de la nature, dans sa forme la plus pure, afin de garantir une concentration optimale en actifs.

    Recevoir ce genre de message nous fait chaud au cœur. Nous vous souhaitons un excellent week-end !

    Thien, de Sowé

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    Mariangeles Díaz
    Fantásticos estos aceites!!

    Llevo 5 meses utilizando estos aceites, son geniales
    Nada de tóxicos y dejan la piel preciosa. De lo mejor que he probado.
    Antes usaba contorno, crema de día y de noche. Ahora solo el aceite para todo y mi piel está genial!!!!
    Gracias por estos productos!!!!
    Saludos desde España

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    Anne
    Très agréable

    Huile très agréable, sans parfum,trop tôt pour vérifier les effets du temps mais je suis contente de mon achat.

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    Christel Galea
    Bonne huile

    Je ne peux pas mettre 5 étoiles car je n'ai pas assez de recul pour évaluer pleinement le produit, mais pour le peu que je l'ai utilisé, l'huile est agréable à utiliser, non collante, le flacon est superbe et donne envie de le laisser traîner sur l'étagère de la samle de bain.

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