What is the big buzz about argan oil?
Argan oil is a rare treasure known for a remarkable ability to moisturize dry or lackluster skin. It is a true wonder for an unusually high concentration of essential fatty acids and vitamin E needed to maintain the hydration of the skin and protect the skin from future moisture loss. Known as one of the nature's most powerful antioxidants, argan oil helps to fight off free radicals within our environment, preventing wrinkles and reducing collagen and elastin damage as our cellular turnover rate decreases with age. Basically argan oil is one of the most nutritious oils in the world.
Due to an extraordinary nutrition content, argan oil is known to help to diminish the appearance of wrinkles. Interestingly enough, argan oil had more of an effect on diminishing wrinkles than most supposed high-end anti-aging cosmetics that go for over $100 / jar.
Besides all of argan oil's wonderful benefits, argan oil supports the Berber women of Morocco; a group of women who lived in poverty, and never had a fair share in life until the wonders of argan were discovered in the 1990's..
Traditionally, Berber women have used argan oil for ezcema, psoriasis, and other dry skin disorders. Numerous scientific and medical research studies have been published on these benefits of argan oil as well.
Tuula
Marge C. says:
Argan is one of the best facial and skincare oils we've ever encountered. Among its benefits: is rich in poly-unsaturated fatty acids, including linoleic acid, Omega 6, and natural tocopherols, is said to be nourishing, regenerating and protective for all skin types.
Thanks to its exceptional content of unsaturated fatty acids, Argan Oil helps in the restoration of the hydro-lipidic film of the skin. Linoleic acid, which is one of the omega-6 fatty acids is a precursor of vitamin F. Linoleic acid is present in Argan Oil at a concentration three times higher than in olive oil. As an essential fatty acid it has a key role in preserving cell integrity. The particularly high content of natural tocopherols gives the oil excellent anti-free radical and anti-stress activities and natural self-protection against oxidation.
Even better, when applied to the skin Argan Oil penetrates rapidly leaving an extraordinary softness and sensory feel. The only faster absorbing oil we have experienced is Marula Oil.
Argan oil truly works well for every skin type, not just those of us with dry skin.
• Excellent anti-free radical effect for a preventive anti-ageing effect.
• Nourishes dry skin with a tendency towards eczema by helping to restore the skin's protective barrier
• A sebum regulator/balancer for oily or combination skin
• Regenerating for anti-stretchmarks care and accelerating healing. Jan Kusmirek recommends a blend of Rose Hip Seed Oil and Argan Oil for treating and/or preventing stretch marks.
• Ideal as an all over body oil or for facial care.
http://www.naturesgift.com/carrier_oils/Argan-Oil.htm
Tuula H. says:
As you can read from Marge's post above, argan oil is loaded with essential skin nutrients. It is simply amazing. I use argan as a facial moisturizer every time I walk by the bottle. Love yourself a little this summer, and try it.
http://store.destinyboutique.com/arganoil.html