Argan oil has been carried in the hands of Moroccan women for generations. They still call it Moroccan liquid gold, and they're not exaggerating. It's pressed from the seeds of the argan tree (Argania Spinosa), which grows nowhere in the world except southwestern Morocco. It's one of the most nutrient-dense natural oils on the market.
What is argan oil?
Argan oil is cold-pressed from the seeds inside the argan fruit. It's rich in vitamin E, omega-6 and omega-9 fatty acids, and antioxidants. It's non-comedogenic, which means it doesn't clog pores, so it's safe for every skin type.
How to use argan oil on the face
Argan oil belongs at the end of an evening routine. After cleansing (AMAAN) and moisturizing (AFOULKI), drop 2 to 3 drops onto your palms, warm them, and press gently into the face and neck. Don't rub. Just press.
What it does for the face
- Hydrates more deeply, without leaving an oily film
- Softens fine lines and wrinkles over time
- Calms dry patches and redness
- Doesn't clog pores, so it's safe for acne-prone skin
How to use argan oil on hair
Two ways:
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As a leave-in: 2 to 3 drops on your palms, then run them through the ends of damp hair after washing.
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As a treatment: work a larger amount into the scalp and along the length, leave it from half an hour to overnight, then wash it out with the IHLA shampoo.
What it does for hair
- Calms frizz and static
- Adds shine without weighing the hair down
- Strengthens the strand and reduces breakage
- Protects against heat from dryers and curling tools
How to use argan oil on the body
Press a few drops into dry spots: elbows, knees, heels, hands. For full-body hydration, add a few drops to your usual lotion. It's also excellent for skin after sun exposure.
How to recognize real argan oil
Authentic Moroccan argan oil should be:
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100% pure, no added oils or preservatives
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Cold-pressed, since heat destroys the active compounds
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In a dark glass bottle, because light oxidizes the oil
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Faintly nutty in scent. Heavily refined oil has almost no smell, and almost no value
AZOURANE 100% argan oil
Our 100% argan oil is hand-pressed in a women's cooperative in Morocco, with no additives. Every purchase directly supports the economic independence of women in rural Morocco.
Nothing but argan. 30 ml.
For pricing, availability and how to spot real argan in BiH, see our guide on where to buy real argan in BiH.
