Aside from the ECOCERT certification, we test every batch in our laboratory before bottling. To avoid degradation from UV light we use Biophotonic-Violet glass dropper bottles with tamper evidence pipette. Prickly Pear Seed Oil is one of the most expensive beauty oils in the world. Its production requires a labour-intensive and time-consuming process manually handled by Moroccan women at cooperatives. It takes 1000 Kilo of prickly pear fruit to produce just 1-litre oil! The vitamin E found in prickly pear seed oil is the highest of any plant and even 3 times higher than argan oil. It also has a high content of vitamins and minerals, fatty acids such as oleic acid, linoleic acid or omega 6 and palmitic acid. Prickly pear seed oil has antioxidant, regenerative and free radical collecting properties (almost 150% more than argan oil). Prickly Pear contains the highest levels of Betalains of any known plant. Betalains are super antioxidants with powerful anti-aging effects. A high (60%) Linoleic Acid content and a low (20%) Oleic Acid content makes this oil non-comedogenic (will not clog your pores) Reduces the appearance of Acne – It is also rich in amino acids, which stimulate collagen production to promote faster cell turnover to heal and renew your skin. Brightens Dark Spots – This oil is unparalleled in its ability to brighten the skin and get rid of dark spots. Vitamin K helps lighten dark under-eye circles and minimize spider veins. – Restores skin elasticity – Firm skin under & around eye area – Calms inflamed, red or blotchy skin – Reduces dark circles under the eyes – Intensive anti-aging effect on wrinkles on the face – Gently lightens dark skin marks to even out complexion – Contains Vitamin K which can reduce spider veins and dark circles