FEED YOUR SKIN WITH ARGAN OIL
Argan oil is a 100% natural oil extracted from the Argan
nuts which grow in the south western parts of Morocco as well as the western
regions of Algeria. The Argan tree is naturally grown so is not subjected to
any chemicals. Argan trees live for up to 200 years, and may not come in to
full production till they are 40 to 60 years old.
The production of Argan oil is very labor intensive and the
task is taken on by the Berber women of the region. It takes one and a half
days to produce 1 liter of Argan oil.
100kg of Argan nut are required to produce 1-2kg of Argan
oil.
Argan oil has twice as much Vitamin E as Olive oil and is
very rich in Antioxidants. Argan also contains 8 essential fatty acids
including Linoleic which is not produced in the body and must be taken as a
supplement. Studies have shown that as little as 0.5% linoleic acid can reduce
Breast, Colorectal, Lung, Skin and Stomach Cancer.
Argan oil contains 34-36 % Linoleic Acid.
It is rich in Omega 3, 6 and 9. Which target Cell growth,
aids Water retention and combats depression and builds stronger immune system.
Deficiency in Omega 9 has certain symptoms and they are the
following
Eczema skin eruptions, Cracking finger tips, Dandruff, Hair
loss, Behavioral changes, dry skin and Dry eyes, stiff joints, Mail sterility
and Miscarriage.
Argan oil comes in cosmetic as well as Culinary version. The
difference being that the nut is roasted before pressing to make the Culinary
oil.
Cosmetic Argan oil is very easily absorbed on the skin and
has vast benefits for the Skin, hair and nails. It is fantastic for skin
repair, and eliminating stretch marks as well as improving the elasticity of
the skin. Argan oil is a potent anti aging oil. Used as a massage oil it aids
with the drainage of the lymphatic nodes as well as moisturize, soften and
heal skin Eczema and Psoriasis.
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