I Heart Argan Oil

Hi everyone,

Recently, I was introduced to argan oil via Pure Argan Oil, a website in UK that sells 100% pure oil imported from Morocco. She sent me a 15ml roller ball vial to try and after a couple of uses, I was hooked! Yes, I have tried olive, jojoba, and even coconut oils on my skin but this argan oil tops them all!

The 15ml sample I received

It has a roller ball on top, which is nifty to apply on my skin without wasting too much product

 First of all, unlike the other oils I tried, argan oil does not feel oily. I have tried jojoba oil before and although it is technically a wax, I still feel like it sits on my skin when I use too much of it. Both olive and coconut oils are thicker but they both feel oily as well. However, argan oil is quite unique: while it is a heavy oil with lots of fatty acids, it permeates into the skin well without making me feel too oily.

A little bit of argan oil on my skin

And then I rubbed it. The skin looks significantly smoother already!

Prior to using it, I was trying a $350 USD face cream which left my skin both oily and dry at the same time. Then, I switched over to Kurahito, which hydrated my skin to a certain extend. But once it started using this pure argan oil, things went for the better. For the first time ever, the skin areas underneath my eyes were moist! And I have been using expensive eye creams that vowed to do the same job but they did not!

Insane, right?

Turns out argan oil contains vitamin E, phenols, squalenr, carotene, and 80% unsaturated fatty acids. It is also deemed to be more stable than olive oil when it comes to being oxidized. On top of that, you can use argan oil on your skin, hair, nails, and even lips! This is an edible oil like olive and coconut oils!

I used it religiously for a month and I've noticed 2 things: I only need to use a tiny bit of argan oil right after washing my face and it does pull the plugs out of my skin similarly to jojoba oil. Also, it smooths hair flyaways without making my hair look greasy at all.

If I have to choose between the expensive Moroccan Oil (a hair care oil) vs. pure argan oil from Morocco, I would take the later one in a heart beat. Moroccan Oil is full of dimethicone, which makes hair look smooth, sleek and lustrous but it does not have the healing power that argan oil has. Also, the amount of argan oil in Moroccan Oil is little. It's better to use the original and natural oil anyway.

That's all for now, folks! I hope you are having a fantastic week ahead!

Love,
Dao xoxo

Argan Oil: Beauty's best kept secret.

If you're looking for an all round beauty tip that can help you with anything from defying those wrinkles and fine lines, to acne and blemishes or simply after prolonging that summer sun glow, then the miracle that is argan oil is a good place to start.
Although it seems too good to be true, argan oil is a product that can tackle many of our physical imperfections. As one of the word's best natural moisturizers, we cannot recommend it enough for you to hunt the highstreet for a product that works best for your skin type.
If you're a more mature woman interested in ways to keep the crows feet at bay, then argan oil is a winner here too. It is not just confined to your face either. Argan oil is great for easing the appearance of stretch marks and scars you may have picked up along the path of life.
Though you may be familiar with the impressive list of benefits for our skin, did you know that argan oil is also very good for our hair and nails too? Not only does it keep them both strong, but it is especially good for keep hair healthy and protected against the numerous heat intensive rituals we put it through.
Particularly if you suffer from frizzy hair, we cannot recommend enough you take a note of these little beauties.

Whether your hair has lost its summer shine or simply had a bit of a holiday hammering, this little bottle will be your knight in shining amour.
Michael diCesare Gold Argan Oil may seem a little expensive for £22.75 (about $37), but you don't need a lot for it to work its magic. Not only does it help put the shine and softness back into your hair but it can even help to tame the thickest and frizziest of dos that may leave you wanting to tear your hair out! Available from QVC.

This Michael diCesare shampoo also available from QVC is great for keeping hair looking glossy all the time. It too is £22.75, but using this only once a week will help to keep that shine building and leave hair manageable and look well-maintained.
It also will keep hair strong, an added bonus if you have a heavily heat based hair ritual.
If your hair is in need of some quick TLC then this argan oil hair treatment from Superdrug is a winner. For only £6.49 (about $10.50), you can hydrate your hair and keep it soft and shiny with minimal fuss or effort.
If you're a little unsure about using argan oil, in oil form then it could not be simpler. Just wash and condition your hair as usual and rub a few drops of the oil into your palms. Glide through the wet hair to see some great results.
If you're after some instant shine then rubbing a little onto already styled hair will bring it to life - perfect for any parties or special occasions you're wanting to glam up for!

Argan Oil Getting More Popular In Britain

RICH, versatile, nutritious and believed to be one of the rarest oils in the world, argan oil has long been Morocco’s best-kept secret.

Now this highly prized substance made from the nut of the argan tree has made its way on to the British high street in a variety of beauty products, including moisturisers, body lotions and conditioners.

A medium-weight oil loaded with essential Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids and vitamin E, argan oil also has a delicious nutty flavour that’s perfect in a salad dressing.

“Argan oil is a phytosterol, meaning it helps mimic the effect oestrogen has on the skin,” says London-based facialist Susie Lung (07957 771 503).

“Oestrogen is the hormone responsible for making women’s skin soft and clear compared to rougher, male skin, which is why this oil works well on more mature skin.”

As well as moisturising skin the oil nourishes hair without weighing it down. “I’ve been a fan of argan oil ever since I discovered it in a Moroccan shop a few years ago,” says celebrity hairdresser Lee Stafford (leestafford.com).

“The word ‘oil’ conjures up images of greasy, heavy liquid but what I love about argan oil is its dryness.

“It is easily absorbed by the hair to add moisture and to smooth cuticles, which is why my product range includes more argan oil than any other ingredient.”

However he advises: “It may be too much for someone who has fine hair but it’s perfect for coarse, dry, frizzy or coloured hair. I find the pure oil too heavy for European hair unless your locks are really fried.” 

source: experss.co.uk

Argan Oil Among Top 10 Beauty Secrets

Over the millennia, isolated human populations found various ways to keep their hair, nails, and skin in good shape using simple ingredients from the environments around them. Now, with increasing globalization, we have access to a whole world's worth of accumulated beauty knowledge. Keep reading to check out these 10 cool recipes and secret ingredients from spots around the globe.

1. Morocco: Argan oil This antioxidant-packed oil is great for hair and skin, and it absorbs much more easily than common skin oils like apricot and avocado. Argan oil is exclusively found in Morocco.
2. China: Camellia oil Worried about stretch marks? Camellia oil is one of the most common cooking oils in southern China, but it's also renowned for its ability to prevent stretch marks and discoloration.
3. Mexico: Tepezcohuite The bark of this tree has tons of astringent tannins in it, making it great for preventing infections and keeping scars from forming.
4. The Dominican Republic: Garlic Here's a smart secret from the DR for strong, healthy nails: chop up some garlic, throw it in a bottle of top coat, and then, after letting it soak for about a week, start using it as normal. It makes your nails stronger and also has antifungal and antimicrobial properties.
5. India: Neem Want glossy, strong hair? A weekly head massage with neem and coconut oil is Indian women's go-to treatment for gorgeous hair and a healthy scalp. Recipes for the combination have a long history in Ayurvedic medicine.
6. Japan: Sake Want an easy skin softener? Try a sake bath. Sake is high in kojic acid and enzymes that soften skin and help reduce hyper-pigmentation.
7. New Zealand: Manuka honey People have been using honey for its antimicrobial properties (and its deliciousness) since prehistoric times. The Kiwi type of honey, however, is even better as an antibacterial and antimicrobial than the regular kind, and it's even used in poultices to protect wounds.
8. Ghana: Black soap This great Ghanian soap is legendary for its gentle cleansing properties and skin-softening abilities. It's made with plantain skins, which have loads of vitamins A and E, and moisturizing shea butter. What you get is a cleanser that removes dirt and oil but doesn't strip skin of any natural moisture.
9. France: Milk Milk is full of gentle lactic acid, which exfoliates and softens without the harshness of stronger acid types. Pour some fresh whole milk or cream into your bath along with honey or lavender to get a gorgeous glow.
10. The Amazon: Passion flower oil Passion flower oil, aka maracuja, has been used in the Amazon for thousands of years because of its anti-inflammatory abilities, but it's also high in fatty acids and vitamin C.

Argan Oil Skin Care

Argan oil, its unique natural ingredients is  the perfect oil  to revitalize your  skin, hair and nails. Argan oil is rich in vitamin E which is particularly recommended for very dry or aging skin. Pure Argan oil  revitalize your whole body skin and delivers its virtues through massaging smoothly your body. Argan oil is natural without additive, so it doesn't hurt your skin, making it tender and baby-like soft. Argan oil  with its  precious virtues for skin and hair has been used locally for centuries.