Argan Oil By The BODY Source - 100% Pure and Organic - Cold Pressed, Extra Virgin and Bottled in Morocco (100ml) - For Hair, Skin & Nails

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Workers gently roast kernels they will use to make culinary argan oil. After the argan kernels cool, workers grind and press them. The brown-coloured mash expels pure, unfiltered argan oil. Finally, they decant unfiltered argan oil into vessels. The remaining press cake is protein-rich and frequently used as cattle feed. [11] Production Plantation of argans Boucetta KQ, Charrouf Z, Aguenaou H, Derouiche A, Bensouda Y. The effect of dietary and/or cosmetic argan oil on postmenopausal skin elasticity. Clin Interv Aging. 2015;10:339-349. doi:10.2147/CIA.S71684 Choose Cold-Pressed Oil : High temperatures denature the amino acids in argan oil and destroy the vitamins. To retain the nutrients during processing, manufacturers cold-press the argan kernels to remove the oil. Minor oil crops - Individual monographs (Argan-Avocado-Babassu palm)". www.fao.org . Retrieved 2022-05-24.

Bogdan C, Moldovan ML, Man IM, Crișan M. Preliminary study on the development of an antistretch marks water-in-oil cream: ultrasound assessment, texture analysis, and sensory analysis. Clin Cosmet Investig Dermatol. 2016;9:249-255. doi:10.2147/CCID.S107298Bogdan, C., et al. (2016). Preliminary study on the development of an antistretch marks water-in-oil cream: ultrasound assessment, texture analysis, and sensory analysis. a b Charrouf, Zoubida; Guillaume, Dominique (1999). "Ethnoeconomical, ethnomedical, and phytochemical study of Argania spinosa (L.) Skeels". Journal of Ethnopharmacology. 67 (1): 7–14. doi: 10.1016/S0378-8741(98)00228-1. PMID 10616955.

One study was conducted treating dermatitis patients with placebo or oral vitamin E, which is in abundance in argan oil. The researchers found that participants who received the vitamin E saw a significant decrease in symptoms. 8. Has anti-aging effectsThe success of the argan co-operatives has also encouraged other producers of agricultural products to adopt the co-operative model. [20] The establishment of the co-operatives has been aided by support from within Morocco, notably the Foundation Mohamed VI pour la Recherche et la Sauvegarde de l’Arganier (Mohammed VI Foundation for Research and Protection of the Argan Tree), [21] and from international organisations, including Canada's International Development Research Centre and the European Commission. [ citation needed] Other compounds present in argan oil, such as CoQ10, melatonin and plant sterols, also play a role in its antioxidant capacity ( 3, 4, 5). a b c d e f g h Rosengren, Izabella (6 February 2020). "The women who make argan oil want better pay". BBC News . Retrieved 7 February 2020. Argan oil is usually used topically in its pure form — but also frequently included in cosmetic products like lotions and skin creams.

Producing argan oil has helped to protect argan trees from being cut down. In addition, regeneration of the Arganeraie has also been carried out: in 2009 an operation to plant 4,300 argan plants was launched in Meskala in the province of Essaouira. [16] If your hair and skin need a bit of a miracle boost, it’s time to incorporate argan oil into your daily routine. It’s often used in moisturisers and shampoos, where all that vitamin E boosts our skin’s defence and helps it to hold on to moisture for longer. To keep your complexion dewy, try adding a few drops of organic argan oil to your usual moisturiser or make your own with our easy homemade moisturiser recipes. Argania spinosa (L.) Skeels". GRIN Taxonomy, US Department of Agriculture. 13 March 2023 . Retrieved 6 May 2023. The Réseau des Associations de la Réserve de Biosphère Arganeraie (Network of Associations of the Argan Biosphere Reserve, RARBA) was founded in 2002 with the aim of ensuring sustainable development in the Arganeraie. [17]Dissolve oils in your makeup for easy removal : If you have challenges removing makeup at the end of the day, you can use argan oil to dissolve oils in your makeup for easy removal. After removal, the fatty acids in argan oil nourish the skin until the following day. Lin TK, Zhong L, Santiago JL. Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects of Topical Application of Some Plant Oils. Int J Mol Sci. 2017;19(1):70. doi:10.3390/ijms19010070 Avsar U, Halici Z, Akpinar E, et al. The Effects of Argan Oil in Second-degree Burn Wound Healing in Rats. Ostomy Wound Manage. 2016;62(3):26-34. Employment in the co-operatives provides women with an income, which many have used to fund education for themselves or their children. It has also provided them with a degree of autonomy in a traditionally male-dominated society and has helped many become more aware of their rights. [ citation needed]

The argan tree provides food, shelter and protection from desertification. The trees' deep roots help prevent desert encroachment. The canopy of argan trees also provides shade for other agricultural products, and the leaves and fruit provide feed for animals. [4]Argan oil contains a large number of healing properties, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Both help reduce symptoms for a number of different inflammatory skin conditions like psoriasis and rosacea.