Get to Know: Argan Oil

What is Argan Oil?

Argan oil is sourced in Morocco and is made from kernels from the argan tree native to this north-African country. The oily fruit is used by locals in Morocco to nourish and moisturize dry skin and hair – thanks to its high content of antioxidants, fatty acids, and vitamin E, argan oil is a great way to moisturize the skin and protect it from the sun. 

Argan Oil Benefits

According to some clinical studies and anecdotal evidence, applying argan oil to the skin may have the following benefits:

• Protects from sun damage. The antioxidant activity in argan oil helped protect the skin against free radical damage caused by the sun. This prevented burns and hyperpigmentation as a result
• Moisturizes Skin. Argan oil is perhaps most commonly used as a moisturizer. This is why it’s often found in lotions, soaps, and hair conditioners. It can be applied topically or ingested orally with daily supplements for a moisturizing effect. This is largely thanks to its abundance of vitamin E, which is a fat-soluble antioxidant that can help improve water retention in the skin.
• Treats acne. Hormonal acne is often the result of excess sebum that’s caused by hormones. Argan oil has anti-sebum effects, which can effectively regulate amounts of sebum on the skin. This can help to treat several different types of acne and promote a smoother, calmer complexion.
• Reduce Skin Oiliness. Some of us have naturally oiler skin than others. Those who do often go out of their way to get rid of the oily sheen that can occur. Thanks to argan oils' sebum-reducing capabilities, it can help decrease total sebum and reduce oiliness of the skin.

Argan Oil Nutrition Facts

• Vitamin E: boosts the skin’s ability to retain elasticity and clarity by helping to protect cells from damaging free radicals (such as environmental pollutants), promoting a more radiant complexion.