Prickly Pear Flower Water (Hydrosol)

PRICKLY PEAR FLOWER WATER

Botanical flower water • Water soluble • Hydrosol

Prickly Pear Flower Water is a botanical water derived from prickly pear cactus (Opuntia ficus-indica) flowers.

Also known as a cactus hydrolat or hydrosol, it offers formulators an unusual botanical water for water-based cosmetic formulations.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

WHAT IS PRICKLY PEAR FLOWER WATER KNOWN FOR?

Prickly pear is a distinctive cactus botanical associated with arid and desert environments, where Opuntia ficus-indicais able to grow in challenging conditions.

Using the flower rather than the more familiar fruit or seed oil makes this an especially interesting ingredient for formulators looking for something less conventional.

FORMULATING WITH PRICKLY PEAR FLOWER WATER

Suitable for a wide range of water-based formulations, including:

• Facial mists
• Toners
• Facial waters
• Serums
• Essences
• Lotions
• Gel formulations
• Creams and emulsions
• Body mists
• Hair and scalp formulations

It can be used at 1–100%, depending on the formulation and desired level of botanical water. 

BRING THE DESERT BOTANICAL STORY TO YOUR FORMULATION

Prickly pear has a fascinating botanical identity, a resilient cactus paired with delicate flowers.

This makes the ingredient particularly appealing for botanical-led formulations and products built around unusual plant stories.

TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS

Please visit our Technical Documents page for available SDS sheets and supporting technical documentation.

For a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis (COA), please email:

kezzia@incicellar.co.uk

Please include your product name and batch number when requesting a COA.