Argan oil is a substance extracted from the kernels of the Argan tree. It contains many active ingredients used in the skin and hair care industry since the 2000s. UNESCO inscribes Argan as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Morocco.
Its oval-shaped, green-to-yellow fruits, which turn brown on ripening, contain a very hard kernel with one to three seeds, from which a precious oil is extracted. Because of its exquisite taste and cosmetic qualities, this oil is widely used for both culinary applications and ancestral beauty rituals. It is obtained by a, usually entirely manual, craft process.
Argan oil is the precious beauty secret of Moroccan women, for skin, hair, and nails.
- High contents of the antioxidants like E vitamers (a form of the vitamin) especially γ-tocopherol, Squalene, and oleic acid (unsaturated fatty acid) are likely to enhance the cancer prevention effects on the skin.
- Experiments showed that Argan oil is effective in healing second-degree burns.
- A high concentration of Squalene lubricates and protects the skin from UV radiation.
- It also regulates sebum production and has anti-sebum activity, so it is used in many creams and masks for oily skin.
Ingredients
The Argan tree is the quintessential emblem of Morocco, deeply rooted in local traditions and uses. However, this ancestral tree is now threatened by uncontrolled exploitation. Because only awareness of local populations will enable us to preserve the argan forest, we have supported on-site sustainable development initiatives. To improve the return on Argan oil production, we have identified novel cosmetic applications for different co-products of the Argan tree, such as leaf or kernel extracts.
A simple recipe
Mix equal parts argan oil and milk, then apply to hands. This preparation leaves the hands soft and smooth.
F.A.Q.
Is Argan oil safe for skin?
Argan seeds oil is a traditional food ingredient in Morocco and applied to the skin for centuries. There is no evidence of toxicity in scientific literature.
So, if you don't have allergic reactions to Argan oil or its components, it's a safe and natural ingredient for your skincare routine.
