All about argan oil
October 26th 2010 02:10
I've been a fan of using hair oils for as long as I can remember. Jojoba, rosemary, emu oil and coconut oil have all worked nicely for me in the past, but my hair oil of the moment is none other than argan oil. Extracted from the kernels of Morocco's ancient and rare argan trees, argan oil has hit the Western beauty market in a major way, and has women from all parts of the globe raving about its restorative qualities.
Like many oils that are used as a hair treatment, argan oil is becoming an increasingly popular skin treatment as well. Being rich in antioxidants, vitamin E and essential fatty acids, it's being used to treat everything from acne to eczema, with impressive results.
I'm yet to try it on my skin (as you may have guessed, I'm more of a hair care enthusiast) but let me tell you, when used as a hair treatment, argan oil is something else entirely! My hair has never been so shiny, and I found that the oil worked beautifully as a detangler as well. While my own hair isn't prone to frizziness, some articles I've read have suggested that argan oil is ideal for taming the frizz as well, due to its ability to both penetrate the hair shaft and coat it from the outside.
Like any kind of hair oil, you really need to be lighthanded when it comes to applying argan oil, as too much will result in a greasy mess. It's for this reason that the cost of the hair oil (which, at AU$50 for 100ml, seems like a lot) is reduced considerably when you realize how little of it you need to use each time. I've been using argan oil as my leave-in conditioner for nearly three months now, and my 100ml bottle is still two-thirds full... not a bad investment when it comes to cost-per-use!
An important thing to remember is to be sure that your argan oil is the real deal. For it to be truly effective (and for the profits to go directly to those who deserve them - the Berber women of Morocco who produce the oil by hand), your argan oil needs to be certified organic. ARGAND'OR, Moroccanoil and Agadir are all trusted suppliers of 100% pure, organic argan oil. Buying cheaper versions of the oil won't do your hair any favours, because the 'filler' oils used will detract from the quality of what little genuine argan oil is contained within the bottle.
While there is no such thing as a miracle product, argan oil has repeatedly been called a 'miracle oil', due to the fact that it works so well for so many different people. It won't be for everyone, but if you're looking for a natural and effective replacement for your current leave-in conditioner then it's definitely worth giving argan oil a try. After all, if it doesn't work well for your hair, you can always use it on your skin instead!
To read more about the history and production of Moroccan argan oil, and to get a proper background on the women who produce it, check out this great article here.
Argan oil helps revive damaged strands, resulting in sleek, healthy-looking hair.
Like many oils that are used as a hair treatment, argan oil is becoming an increasingly popular skin treatment as well. Being rich in antioxidants, vitamin E and essential fatty acids, it's being used to treat everything from acne to eczema, with impressive results.
I'm yet to try it on my skin (as you may have guessed, I'm more of a hair care enthusiast) but let me tell you, when used as a hair treatment, argan oil is something else entirely! My hair has never been so shiny, and I found that the oil worked beautifully as a detangler as well. While my own hair isn't prone to frizziness, some articles I've read have suggested that argan oil is ideal for taming the frizz as well, due to its ability to both penetrate the hair shaft and coat it from the outside.
Like any kind of hair oil, you really need to be lighthanded when it comes to applying argan oil, as too much will result in a greasy mess. It's for this reason that the cost of the hair oil (which, at AU$50 for 100ml, seems like a lot) is reduced considerably when you realize how little of it you need to use each time. I've been using argan oil as my leave-in conditioner for nearly three months now, and my 100ml bottle is still two-thirds full... not a bad investment when it comes to cost-per-use!
An important thing to remember is to be sure that your argan oil is the real deal. For it to be truly effective (and for the profits to go directly to those who deserve them - the Berber women of Morocco who produce the oil by hand), your argan oil needs to be certified organic. ARGAND'OR, Moroccanoil and Agadir are all trusted suppliers of 100% pure, organic argan oil. Buying cheaper versions of the oil won't do your hair any favours, because the 'filler' oils used will detract from the quality of what little genuine argan oil is contained within the bottle.
While there is no such thing as a miracle product, argan oil has repeatedly been called a 'miracle oil', due to the fact that it works so well for so many different people. It won't be for everyone, but if you're looking for a natural and effective replacement for your current leave-in conditioner then it's definitely worth giving argan oil a try. After all, if it doesn't work well for your hair, you can always use it on your skin instead!
To read more about the history and production of Moroccan argan oil, and to get a proper background on the women who produce it, check out this great article here.
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