Obtained by: cold pressing

Pure vegetable oil: 99.95% + vitamin E 0.05%

Description: Argan is a tree endemic to Morocco that is very resistant and can live up to 150-200 years. The oil is obtained by pressing the fruit kernels. There are two types of oil, one obtained from kernels toasted before use and one obtained from untoasted kernels. The cosmetic oil, from untoasted kernels, is lighter. The edible oil, which is darker, has a stronger hazelnut flavor. The Berber population has been using Argan oil for thousands of years for its incredible cosmetic and food properties.

Characteristics

The oil contains over 80% unsaturated fatty acids (linoleic 34%, linolenic 0.1% and oleic 46%) while among the saturated ones the major components are palmitic 13% and stearic 5%. It is rich in tocopherols (among which the most abundant is γ-tocopherol), flavonoids, carotenoids and xanthophylls, sterols and triterpenes. The yield is very low, about 100kg of fruit are needed to obtain just one litre.

The antioxidant compounds it is rich in, in addition to the biological effects and nutritional benefits, confer a high stability towards oxidative processes and explain its better shelf life.

Fatty acids

SATURATED FATTY ACIDS 16-20%

Palmitic acid 12%

Stearic acid 6%

MONOUNSATURATED FATTY ACIDS 45-50%

Oleic acid 40-45%

POLYUNSATURATED FATTY ACIDS 32-40%

Linoleic acid 33-36%

Alpha linolenic acid < 0.5 %

Beauty Tips*

Argan oil is rapidly absorbed without leaving any greasiness. It gives the skin a sensation of softness, smoothness and silkiness. The hydrating and barrier effect on the skin remains high over time, ensuring benefit and nourishment to dehydrated skin. The emollient properties make it suitable for the prevention of sagging skin. Thanks to the high concentration of essential fatty acids and vitamin E, it protects from external aggressions by neutralizing free radicals and ensures the skin is hydrated and supplied with lipids. It strengthens natural protections, promotes cell oxygenation, making the skin more hydrated and vital. Suitable for the prevention of sagging skin, to mitigate redness and eczema and in the healing process of burns. Its soothing action is useful in case of sprains and bruises.

Among its properties is its antiseptic action against microorganisms that cause skin infections. Excellent anti-aging, Argan oil repairs cell membranes from the damaging action of free radicals and has an anti-aging effect that makes it a perfect ally for hydrating, nourishing and protecting the body from external aggressions. It reactivates the vital functions of cells, improves muscle tone, reduces the appearance of wrinkles, camouflages dark circles.

It smoothes the skin and reduces skin irritability. It eliminates itching, reduces flaking and heals sores and small wounds. It helps to preserve and restore the physiological pH of the skin. Thanks to the high concentration of essential fatty acids and vitamin E, it protects from external aggressions by neutralizing free radicals and ensures the skin is hydrated and supplied with lipids. It strengthens natural protections, promotes cell oxygenation making the skin more hydrated and vital. Among the properties of no less importance is the antiseptic one against microorganisms that cause skin infections.

Moisturizing, nourishing, firming, anti-aging, anti-age, elasticizing

*Disclaimer

The information provided is taken from literature and is not a product attribute, it has a purely informative value. The properties provided cannot in any case replace the opinion of a doctor and should not be considered to prevent or treat pathologies.