The Eco-Nista: All About Argan Oil

Argan Tree

At O.P.i.N. Organics we like to use ingredients that help our planet as well as its inhabitants. Argan oil is a wonderful example of an ingredient that is not only great for your skin, hair and body but also is allowing a culture to survive and flourish.

Argan Oil and Nuts

Argan oil contains very high levels of vitamin E. A vitamin that has been much touted as a wonderful antioxidant and has amazing moisturizing properties.

The oil of the Argan nut also contains high levels essential fatty acids and is easily absorbed into the skin. It has been used for centuries by the Moroccan people for skin care and as a part of their diet.

Moroccan goats climb the Argan Tree in search of food.

Argan oil is wonderful for skin that is just beginning to show signs of aging as well as skin that is showing more severe damage. This oil helps to diminish fine lines, deeper wrinkles and is excellent for dry skin. It can be used in its pure form directly on the skin or used in products where it is used as an ingredient such as lotions, cleansers, lip balms and serums. I use 100% Argan Oil under my eyes to ward of crow’s feet.

This wonderful oil can also do wonders for your hair. It adds shine and moisture without weighing hair down. It has a slightly nutty smell that is very mild and pleasant. Simply put a few drops in the palm of your hands, rub together and apply to damp hair.

Berber woman processing Argan
nuts to produce oil.

Not only is Argan oil an excellent oil for the skin and hair but the purchase of products containing Argan oil benefit the women of the Berber tribe, which make up 40% of the population of Morocco. The revenue is used to fund healthcare and educational programs in the community allowing their culture to thrive.