What is Argan Oil?

What is Argan Oil?

Arguably, Argan Oil is the rarest and most precious oil on the planet.

The Argan tree is a resilient and ancient species that dates back from almost 2 million years ago. These trees are well adapted, and can survive without water during long periods, living up to 200 years. They once thrived throughout the harsh, semi-desert climate in South-Western Morocco, but are now under protection fro UNESCO, because of the renewed interest in the oil. With new standards and control over cultivation of the Argan fruit, the trees will have the opportunity to flourish once again.

Traditionally, Berber women harvested the kernels from the Argan fruit, and processed them by hand to extract the lightly nutty, golden oil. The oil was used as part of the Berber women’s medicinal and beauty regime, namely to protect their hair, skin and nails from the moisture-sapping, dry conditions in which they live. The oil is also used for culinary purposes, because of its high nutritive value.

What is Argan Oil?

Better Than Common Oils

Argan Oil is a nut oil similar to coconut oil, olive oil or almond oil: incredibly rich in nutrients, and versatile in usage. However, it differs from these other, more common oils, in that it is very high in vitamin E (twice as much as olive oil!) and contains 80% essential fatty acids, as well as a number of free-radical fighting antioxidants. This pale gold to clear oil is has a light texture, is not greasy and smells faintly nutty. Argan oil can protect your skin better than other oils or serums, and is easier for your skin to absorb, making it a far better choice than other oils on the market.

Your Skin Needs Oil!

If you have always shied away from using oils as part of your beauty regime, you don’t know what you are missing. It is a common misconception that applying clog pores) on skin helps regoil to the face will produce more oil. In fact, using non-comodogenic oils (won’tulate sebum, which decreases clogged pores and reduces acne. When used on the face, Argan Oil creates a dewy, healthy complexion, evens skin tone and helps heal blemishes. This oil is an absolute luxury, and a little goes a long way.