Leven Rose Prickly Pear Seed Oil (Barbary Fig) 100% Pure Organic Prickly Pear Oil, Extra Virgin, Cold Pressed, All Natural Face, Dry Skin & Body Moisturizer and Hair Treatment 1 oz Review
Our verdict
Leven Rose's Prickly Pear Seed Oil is a well-reviewed, cold-pressed organic option at $28.47, with a 4.6 rating from 957 reviews that reflects genuine popularity for a niche botanical oil.
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People with combination or all-around skin types who want a natural, chemical-free oil with a strong anti-aging reputation.
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You want a fully fragrance-free product, since this oil has a faint natural scent that some users may notice.
- Priced 68% above the category median ($16.95 across 280 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 957 owner ratings
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Popularity3.7/5
957 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other anti-aging skincare: serums, night creams, facial peels, wrinkle patches and anti-aging devices we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
['This 1 oz bottle of prickly pear seed oil, also known as Barbary fig oil, is priced at $28.47 and marketed as 100 percent pure, organic, extra virgin, and cold pressed. Leven Rose positions it for all and combination skin types, with anti-aging as its core benefit.', 'The formula lists vitamin E as an active ingredient alongside the prickly pear seed oil itself, and it is described as chemical free and natural or organic in its material features. Leven Rose markets it for use on the face, dry skin, and body, as well as a hair treatment, giving it more versatility than a face-only oil.', 'With 957 reviews and a 4.6 average rating, it has a meaningfully larger track record than many niche botanical oils, suggesting it has found a loyal following beyond a small early group of buyers.']
Pros
- Strong track record with 957 reviews and a 4.6 rating
- 100 percent pure, cold-pressed, and organic
- Chemical free, natural formula
- Versatile: usable on face, body, and hair
- Contains vitamin E alongside the prickly pear seed oil
Cons
- Priced higher than many single-ingredient oils at $28.47 for 1 oz
- Has a faint natural scent, not a fully fragrance-free option
- Marketed for very broad use, which may mean it is less specialized for face-specific anti-aging concerns
Performance notes
Prickly pear seed oil is prized for being rich in fatty acids and vitamin E, which together support the skin's moisture barrier and may help skin look smoother and more nourished over time. Because it is cold pressed and unrefined, it retains more of its natural compounds than heavily processed oils, though this also means the scent can come through, which lines up with its faint, naturally sweet description.
What buyers say
Nearly a thousand reviews at a 4.6 average is a genuinely strong showing for a specialty botanical oil, indicating this is not a niche product with limited appeal but one that has built real repeat demand.
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Frequently asked questions
Can this oil be used anywhere besides the face?
Yes. Leven Rose markets this prickly pear seed oil for use on the face, dry skin generally, the body, and as a hair treatment, making it a more multi-purpose option than many face-only oils.
Is this oil fragrance free?
It carries a faint, naturally sweet scent rather than being fully fragrance free, since it is cold pressed and unrefined. It does not contain added synthetic fragrance.
What makes this different from a standard vitamin E oil?
While it does contain vitamin E, the primary ingredient is prickly pear seed oil itself, which is naturally rich in fatty acids. This combination is why Leven Rose markets it specifically for anti-aging support alongside general moisturizing.