Argan oil is quickly gaining popularity in North America as the latest anti aging ingredient with potential to transform the skin care industry in 2009. Experts are praising argan oil for its ability to diminish the appearance of eye wrinkles and enhance skin tone for a younger-looking complexion.
Often called the "Gold of Morocco," argan oil is extracted from the fruit pit kernels of the argan tree, which grows in the semi-desert environmental conditions unique to southwestern Morocco. It is considered one of the rarest oils in the world due to the limited supply and small growing area. Argan oil has been produced and used by the Berber women of Morocco for centuries and is still a major source of economic support for the area.
In order to extract the oil, the pits are taken out of the fruit and opened. The kernels inside are put through a cold-press process that preserves the extracted oil's nutrients and extends its health benefits. If the kernels are roasted before the cold-press, then the resulting oil is edible and has a nutty flavor reminiscent of peanut butter.
The cosmetic argan oil is left raw, so the seeds aren't roasted. This oil is used in the anti aging industry because it is packed with vitamin E, which helps skin retain moisture and reduces inflammation. Because vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant, it fights the free radicals that cause signs of aging such as eye wrinkles. Argan oil also contains linoleic and oleic acids and essential fatty acids that moisturize and improve the skin's elasticity.
Wrinkles are formed as we age because our skin loses moisture and collagen. The eye area, having the thinnest skin on the face, is often the first place that wrinkles will emerge. This vulnerable skin around the eyes can greatly benefit from argan oil, because it improves the skin's resilience and replenishes its moisture levels, avoiding more skin damage and fading eye wrinkles away.
On top of its anti aging benefits, cosmetic argan oil is also used to treat acne, eczema and psoriasis, because it inhibits moisture loss, helps to control oil production and decreases inflammation.
Because it is so moisturizing, argan oil is also beneficial for hair and nails, and pregnant women use it on their growing bellies to prevent stretch marks. Argan oil is even used in spas as an anti aging massage treatment.
In its original form, argan oil is sold as either culinary or cosmetic oil. It is also used as an ingredient in anti aging products such as eye wrinkle creams. One such product is BABOR Argan Cream, which also contains aloe vera to moisturize skin cells and arganyl, a solution of antioxidants that inhibits collagen loss and is found in the leaves of the argan tree.
With its powerful moisturizing and antioxidant properties, it's easy to see why argan oil is among the most talked about new anti aging ingredients available. - 15438
Often called the "Gold of Morocco," argan oil is extracted from the fruit pit kernels of the argan tree, which grows in the semi-desert environmental conditions unique to southwestern Morocco. It is considered one of the rarest oils in the world due to the limited supply and small growing area. Argan oil has been produced and used by the Berber women of Morocco for centuries and is still a major source of economic support for the area.
In order to extract the oil, the pits are taken out of the fruit and opened. The kernels inside are put through a cold-press process that preserves the extracted oil's nutrients and extends its health benefits. If the kernels are roasted before the cold-press, then the resulting oil is edible and has a nutty flavor reminiscent of peanut butter.
The cosmetic argan oil is left raw, so the seeds aren't roasted. This oil is used in the anti aging industry because it is packed with vitamin E, which helps skin retain moisture and reduces inflammation. Because vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant, it fights the free radicals that cause signs of aging such as eye wrinkles. Argan oil also contains linoleic and oleic acids and essential fatty acids that moisturize and improve the skin's elasticity.
Wrinkles are formed as we age because our skin loses moisture and collagen. The eye area, having the thinnest skin on the face, is often the first place that wrinkles will emerge. This vulnerable skin around the eyes can greatly benefit from argan oil, because it improves the skin's resilience and replenishes its moisture levels, avoiding more skin damage and fading eye wrinkles away.
On top of its anti aging benefits, cosmetic argan oil is also used to treat acne, eczema and psoriasis, because it inhibits moisture loss, helps to control oil production and decreases inflammation.
Because it is so moisturizing, argan oil is also beneficial for hair and nails, and pregnant women use it on their growing bellies to prevent stretch marks. Argan oil is even used in spas as an anti aging massage treatment.
In its original form, argan oil is sold as either culinary or cosmetic oil. It is also used as an ingredient in anti aging products such as eye wrinkle creams. One such product is BABOR Argan Cream, which also contains aloe vera to moisturize skin cells and arganyl, a solution of antioxidants that inhibits collagen loss and is found in the leaves of the argan tree.
With its powerful moisturizing and antioxidant properties, it's easy to see why argan oil is among the most talked about new anti aging ingredients available. - 15438
About the Author:
Elena McCree, an associate editor at Eye Skin Care Secrets, is devoted to helping people attain ageless eyes by researching the latest and most effective ways to diminish eye wrinkles. Her free 7-part e-course on eliminating eye wrinkles is now available online at Eye Skin Care Secrets.
