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Argan Treatment

Argan oil is a nutrient-rich organic oil pressed from the seeds of the fruit of Morocco's native argan tree. Used traditionally for cooking, argan oil is now being exported as a treatment for aging, damaged and acne-prone skin, and hair.

  1. Skin Treatment

    • Argan oil contains ingredients that appear to preserve and protect skin. High in unsaturated fatty acids, argan oil helps repair skin cells and allows skin to retain moisture and nutrients that make wrinkles less noticeable. The oil contains high levels of vitamin E, which neutralizes free radicals that damage skin.

    Acne Treatment

    • A study conducted by a team of Bulgarian researchers found that argan oil mixed with sesame seeds and saw palmetto controlled and reduced levels of sebum, an oil produced by the sebaceous glands that can cause acne. Subjects in the study also experienced a reduction in the appearance of oily facial skin.

    Hair Treatment

    • The same nutrients in argan oil that benefit skin also help the scalp and hair. Argan oil seeps into hair shafts, adding moisture and repairing cell damage. The oil also gives hair luster and strength.

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