Our Blog Top 5 uses of argan oil

Argan oil, often referred to as ‘liquid gold’ is derived from the fruit of the Argan tree in Morrocco. It gets its nickname due to the beautiful, rich golden colour of the oil and the many health and beauty properties it holds. Argan oil is a rich source of essential fatty acids as well as vitamin E, making it the perfect beauty all-rounder to hydrate, nourish and repair.

Argan oil for skin

Used as a facial serum, apply a small amount of Moroccan argan oil to a cleansed and lightly moist face for an ultra-hydrating and anti-aging skin boost. It can be used in the evening to repair and nourish, or in the morning to give your skin a radiant glow. Applied around the eye area or any part of the face that is generally drier will help your makeup go on smoothly. We love Acure Certified Organic Moroccan Argan Oil or you prefer something little extra why not try Acure Certified Organic Rose Argan Oil or Every Bit Organic Argan Oil. Thy are reasonably priced and made with purest organic ingredients.

Argan oil for hair

Being naturally high in essential fatty acids, an argan oil hair treatment is a fantastic smoother for frizz or fly-aways. Used as a hair serum, apply a small amount of argan oil to the ends and comb through with your fingers, working your way up as needed. If you have particularly dry, damaged or curly hair, look for a conditioner containing pure argan oil for hair, as this will help to naturally smooth and repair wild locks. If you are also looking for natural and organic shampoo containing argan oil you can try Acure Mega Moisture Argan Oil & Pumpkin Shampoo or Acure Curiously Clarifying Lemongrass & Argan Shampoo.

Argan oil for acne

It might seem counter-intuitive to apply an oil over your already oily acne, but believe it or not, it can actually help to balance out your oil levels. Acne tends to overproduce oil, often as a result of skin dryness or harsh acne cleansers which strip the natural protective barrier of the skin. When this happens, the skin tries to compensate by producing more oil. Unlike many other oils, organic argan oil is non-greasy and actually helps to promote skin healing. Applying a small amount of organic argan oil to moist skin after cleansing once or twice a week can help to rebalance the skins natural oil levels, reduce redness improve skin blemishes.

Argan oil for eczema

Eczema is characterised by dry skin which has lost the ability to retain moisture, often caused by an underlying deficiency in essential fatty acids. Pure argan oil has a good balance of omegas 3, 6 and 9 which have been shown in clinical trials to benefit skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. For the best absorption of argan oil into the skin, apply a light moisturiser first and then apply the argan oil while the skin is still moist. Moisture on the skin helps the oil to penetrate below the epidermis rather than simply sitting on the surface. Acure Seriously Soothing Cloud Cream is ideal for sensitive skin and can be used prior to applying argan oil.

Argan oil for stretch marks

Being naturally high in vitamin e, argan oil makes a great remedy for stretch marks and scars. By applying argan oil daily to the affected areas, the appearance of stretch marks and scars will begin to fade. This is a great remedy for pregnancy in particular, both for prevention of stretch marks and for after birth healing. 100% natural Moroccan argan oil during pregnancy ensures no chemicals or synthetic ingredients which may be found in some commercial stretch mark serums. Sassy Organics' personal recommendation is Every Bit Organic Certified Organic Argan Oil, which is versatile and can be used from top to toe.