Argan Oil
Other names : Moroccan oil
Argan Oil is derived from the kernels of argan (Argania spinosa) tree, a species native to Morocco. Argan oil is used as an ingredient in a variety of personal-care products, including creams, lotions, serums, facial masks, shampoos, and conditioners. You can also purchase pure argan oil that includes no added ingredients.
Special Precautions of Argan Oil
You should get information about the origin of the oil and the manner in which it has been extracted. Though argan oil can be expensive, don’t opt for a bargain. Very often, an inexpensive product or oil blend will be diluted with cheap ingredients and other types of oils. If you have sensitive skin, these will eventually cause irritation.
The benefits of Argan Oil are
It has a high proportion of mono- and poly-unsaturated fatty acids, and also contains a compound called tocopherol, which is similar to vitamin E. Consumption of argan oil can help fight cardiovascular disease, protect against some forms of cancer, and prevent insulin resistance to fight the development of diabetes.Moroccan Argan Oil." In Morocco, argan oil has long been used as a topical treatment for skin problems.
- Skin : Proponents claim that argan oil can treat a broad range of skin conditions, including acne, eczema, infections, and psoriasis. Additionally, argan oil is said to prevent and/or reverse aging-related damage when applied to the skin. Argan oil is also frequently used as a massage oil. Rich in essential fatty acids and antioxidants (including vitamin E), argan oil is often marketed as an anti-aging aid for the skin.
- prostate cancer : Argan oil has been shown to decrease the rate of cell division of prostate cancer. A 2006 study in Cancer Investigation reported that components of argan oil were able to slow the growth of several types of prostate cancer cells. Exposure to components of argan oil was also able to reverse the cancerous effect of carcinogens on prostate cells. Virgin argan oil is also rich in antioxidants, so it may protect against other forms of cancer. Antioxidants help repair cellular damage, which can accumulate and lead to genetics mutations in cancer. Incorporating argan oil into your diet can help reduce your risk of cancer, and provide a number of other health benefits associated with antioxidants.
- Hair health : Argan oil is touted as a natural treatment for dry hair, split ends, and scalp-health issues (such as dry scalp and dandruff).
- Prevents Cardiovascular Disease : One of the few clinical trials to test the potential benefits of argan oil, a 2005 report from Nutrition, Metabolism, and Cardiovascular Diseases found that use of argan oil supplements may aid in the prevention of heart disease. For the study, 60 young men consumed 25 ml of either argan oil or extra virgin olive oil every day for three weeks. Study results showed that both oils helped improve participants' antioxidant status (an effect that could help reduce cardiovascular risk, according to the study's authors). The oil's unsaturated fatty acids will help regulate your blood cholesterol, and incorporating argan oil into your diet is a way to reach your recommended fat intake without risking the health of your heart.
- Nails : Thought to strengthen nails, argan oil is sometimes recommended for treatment of brittle nails.
- Some proponents suggest that consumption of argan oil can help treat or prevent certain health conditions, including osteoarthritis, high blood pressure, diabetes, and atherosclerosis.
- Insulin Resistance : Argan oil is commonly used as a treatment for diabetes in Morocco. Studies have found that argan oil decreases insulin resistance, an initiating step in the development of diabetes. In a 2006 study, Dr. Haddad reported that argan oil enhanced the cellular response to low doses of insulin, a process that gets disrupted in diabetes. According to a 2009 study published in Metabolism, consumption of argan oil also reversed the metabolic changes associated with consuming a high-sugar diet, to reduce the risk on onset of diabetes. Overall, argan oil can reduce the harmful effects of a carbohydrate-rich diet, and protect against insulin resistance to fight diabetes and help keep you healthy.
Main Combinations
- Skin Dehydration : Borage Seed Oil + Evening Primrose Oil + Argan Oil
- skin aging, wrinkles : Borage Seed Oil + Wheat Germ Oil + Goji Berry + Argan Oil + Resveratrol
- Dry and Dull skin : Brewer's Yeast + Wheat Germ Oil + Argan Oil
