RAW ARGAN OIL: 100% Organic Argan Oil To Rejuvenate Your Skin, Hair & Nails
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If you haven't heard about raw argan oil, you're in for a nice surprise!
Derived from the nuts of the fruit of the Argania Spinosa tree in Morocco, raw argan oil (also known as argon, argania, argane oil or huile argan) comes in two forms: cosmetic grade and food grade for culinary purposes.
The cosmetic version has been used for centuries by women in Southwestern Morocco to naturally enhance their hair, skin and nails.
Now that you know where raw argan oil comes from, let's take a look at how it can help you rejuvenate your skin.
BENEFITS OF RAW ARGAN OIL
It also contains 80% essential fatty acids (to help reduce inflammation), as well as squalene (to help keep our skin soft), phytosterols (to help protect collagen) and phenolic compounds (to guard against free radicals).
All these elements combine to offer users a myriad of beauty benefits, including:
RECOMMENDED ARGAN PRODUCTS
Top cosmetic and food-grade argan oil products
A quick and easy way to ensure you are getting good amounts is to read the label. If argan oil is listed as one of the first ingredients, your money will be well-spent. If it appears as the last ingredient, then it's likely that it is being used in small quantities and you may not see the results you are looking for.
Here are my recommendations to help you out. These products are recognized as some of the best in the industry. Following rave reviews in Europe, Kaeline, the below-mentioned spa quality brand, is also being used successfully as a professional argan oil line within the spa industry in the USA.
You can also ingest raw argan oil for its health benefits. If you do, use food grade argan oil made for culinary use.
100% Raw Organic Argan Oil 100 ml
This product continues to receive rave reviews and is 100% raw and organic!
NOTE: Raw argan oil has a distinctive nutty / earthy smell that dissipates as you rub it in. However, if you have a sensitive nose, you may like to buy the below-mentioned spa quality product with aromatherapy oils instead.
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Amazon Price: $32.00 (as of 07/11/2009) 
Moroccan Argan Oil - 100% Organic - Spa Quality
This organic spa version from Kaeline also contains aromatherapy oils for even greater effect and a heavenly smell! If you think you might be sensitive to the distinctive nutty smell of argan oil, then this option would be the best for you.
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Amazon Price: $34.50 (as of 07/11/2009)
Organic Argan Oil
This 100% pure organic argan oil comes with a handy pump spray that disposes just the right amount for use on face and hands. Easily absorbs into skin.
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Amazon Price: $32.00 (as of 07/11/2009)
DermOrganic Leave-In Treatment with Argan Oil 4 oz
Unlike other Argan Oil based Hair Treatments, DermOrganic contains no alcohol, no dyes, and no artificial preservatives. It is a lightweight formula that spreads easily through the hair. Because of its viscous formula, it will not weigh fine hair down. It won't look greasy or attract dirt, making it perfect for all hair types. Price-wise, it is a great deal as you get twice the amount as other popular argan hair treatments.
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Amazon Price: $16.00 (as of 07/11/2009)
Argan Oil - Culinary Oil (5.1 Oz)
This certified organic, first cold-pressed argan oil is a great choice If you want to use argan oil for culinary purposes. Simply drizzle it over fish, salads or vegetables.
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Amazon Price: $32.95 (as of 07/11/2009)
HOW TO USE ARGAN OIL
Tips for using argan oil on the face, body, hair and nails
If you are using cosmetic grade raw argan oil, you only need to use a few drops for your entire face. A little really does go a long way. You can apply it at night as an intensive moisturizing treatment and/or in the morning as a base for your makeup. The oil penetrates easily, does not leave an oily residue and can even be used around the eye area.
First, cleanse your face using a cleansing agent that is appropriate for your skin type.
Next, use a toner or splash your face with cold water.
Finally, take a few drops of argan oil in the tips of your fingers, rub fingers together gently to warm the oil, then apply to face, including eye area. If time permits, spend a few moments lightly massaging your skin and gently tapping around the eye area to help the argan oil penetrate and give your skin a boost of energy.
Body:
Simply apply as you would any other lotion or oil after a bath or shower. Allow a few minutes for the argan oil to penetrate before you get dressed or get into bed.
Nails:
If your nails and cuticles are looking a little worse for wear, simply soak them in a mixture of argan oil and lemon juice for 10 minutes (or even overnight). This will not only soften your cuticles and limit nail breakage but will also give a healthy shine to your nails.
Hair:
For an intensive hair treatment to improve dry scalp and add shine, apply a generous amount of oil to dry hair, then wrap in a warm towel and leave for 30 minutes. Wash and style as usual. Raw organic argan oil is best for this.
TIP 1: Start by using raw argan oil at night only to see how your skin likes it. You can then progress to twice a day if your skin needs extra hydration or you can simply apply it to dry or wrinkle-prone areas.
TIP 2: Raw argan oil has a distinctive natural odor which may deter more sensitive-nosed people from using it. If that is the case, opt for the aromatherapy version (see above for recommendations).
HOW ARGAN OIL IS HELPING WOMEN IN MOROCCO
GOT QUESTIONS ABOUT ARGAN OIL?
Feel free to ask a question or leave a comment
cjsysreform wrote...
Hi, interesting lens! I had never heard of this product but I will definitely look into it further. I love anything rich in vitamin E.
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Posted May 07, 2009
Georgina-Sweeney wrote...
in reply to elaine Hi Elaine! Thanks for your question. The answer all depends on what you want to do with argan oil. If you want to use it as a hair treatment that you wash out after 30 minutes or so, then the 100% raw organic argan oil would be great - you can also use it for your face, body, and nails, making it a great multipurpose product at a reasonable price. However, if you want to use argan oil as a leave-in hair conditioner, then you may find the 100% raw argan oil is too heavy. That's why I mentioned the DermOrganic product as it includes a few other ingredients to make it a little lighter . Bear in mind, also, that the 100% raw argan oil has a nutty, earthy smell (that not everyone likes), so your hair would be smelling of that all day. I hope this helps with your decision. Regards, Georgina
Posted April 14, 2009
elaine wrote
Hi,
The hair one is not raw and organic?? Why use that one when there's the raw organic one? What's the difference? Why is one for the hair and the other not for the hair?
thanks.
Posted April 14, 2009
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