Argan Oil - Certified Organic, Extra Virgin from Morocco

Description

Argan oil has gotten a lot of buzz in the beauty world for being an incredibly multifunctional oil for skin and hair.

Our Extra Virgin argan oil comes directly from a supply source in Morocco. It is organically grown in 7400 acres of wild, pristine forest and processed by cold pressing at controlled temperatures in accordance with Organic standards. 

Argan oil is a highly nutritious oil that consists of unsaturated fats, sterols, squalene, xanthophylls, carotenoids (Vitamin A compounds), a very nice content of Vitamin E, and omega 3,6 and 9 (oleic acid) fatty acids. Argan Oil has been documented by one study at a typical composition of 12.2% Palmitic acid, 6.23% Stearic acid, 48.5% Oleic acid, and 28.47% Linoleic acid.  These fractions will range slightly depending on the growing season and other factors.

Studies have also shown that daily topical application of argan oil has an anti-aging effect on the skin and leads to improvements in skin elasticity. The antioxidants present have been shown to reduce the appearance of pigmentation and plump the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. These aspects and its luxurious, absorbent feel make argan an ideal oil for use in moisturizing the face and the entire body.  It is often used to condition and style the ends of hair.

The argan tree is native to Northern Africa and now has a very specific growing area. It is considered an endangered species of plant. The argan fruit takes more than a year to mature on the tree and it takes at least eight argan trees to produce 1 Liter of oil. 7 years of drought has made the fruits even more precious, and yields have dropped dramatically due to ecological stress on the trees due to heat and lack of water.  This has increased the price, and mass produced oils will be of a much lower quality.

This particular Argan oil is exceptional and surpasses others that we have tried by far.  The texture is sublime and the aroma is unlike any other oil we have so far experienced.  It is an Extra Virgin grade of oil and the finest you can obtain.

Our supplier maintains a controlled temperature of 64.4° F during pressing, which preserves more antioxidants and Vitamins in the oil and also endows it with a light, fruity aroma.  You will notice the fresh aroma immediately upon application. The smell will linger only a few moments on the skin and then the oil should sink into the skin leaving a satiny feeling.  The color of the oil is very light yellow.

When you use this lovely oil you will understand why it is worth it to pay a little more for a carefully grown, harvested, and pressed oil.

Pure, raw argan oil is ideal for use as a solo oil and can also be used as an ingredient in body lotions, butters, lotion bars, lip balms, facial oil blends, hair oils and deep conditioning treatments and more. You can add essential oils to give it an aroma you like, or use it plain. Try our Whipped Shea Butter recipe, which includes argan oil, for a luxurious body moisturizer.  Many products claim argan oil on their label but then contain only a tiny percentage of this valuable botanical.  You can use it in its pure form.

Use this oil for facial massage, as a body oil, as a makeup remover, and as a DIY skincare ingredient.

No preservatives or other ingredients are added.

The expiration date of your bottle of oil will be marked on the bottle.  Our oils are stored under refrigeration until being packed for sale.

Pumps for the bulk sizes of oil can be purchased separately.