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20 interesting facts about Argan oil
1) Argan oil is made from the nut of the fruit of the Argan tree.
2) The Argan tree is only found in Morocco. The Argan tree lives for up to 200 years and bears fruit after 50 years.
3) Argan oil contains double the vitamin E that olive oil does.
4) Argan oil can be used on its own or as a carrier oil for essential oils.
5) Argan oil is fabulous for dry itchy hands and extra fabulous for your nails and cuticles.
6) Argan oil is a great all over body moisturiser especially after a shower.
7) Applying pure argan oil on your face leaves your skin radiant, smooth, and clear.
8) To heal a dry scalp, dab argan oil on your scalp and leave it overnight. Wash in the morning.
9) Argan oil is great for massaging into dry hair leaving it shiny, silky, and moisturised.
10) Argan oil with a few drops of tea tree essential oil is great for dandruff.
11) Argan oil also promotes faster hair growth.
12) Argan oil reduces the appearance of stretch marks and scars. Argan oil is rich in antioxidants so encourages the regeneration of new cells.
13) It is also great for preventing skin ageing. Argan oil hydrates, tightens, and firms the skin.
14) Argan oil is brilliant at reducing dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
15) Argan oil helps retain your hair’s natural colour. A few drops massaged into your hair will reduce colour fading.
16) Argan oil massaged around the eyes is great for reducing puffiness and inflammation especially after a night out.
17) Argan oil is great for softening your lips. For best results apply before bedtime.
18) Argan oil is good for men when they shave. Dabbing a little Argan oil before shaving will soften the skin. Dabbing a little after shaving will repair any cuts and soothe the skin.
19) Argan oil does not clog pores therefore is an effective treatment for acne.
20) Argan oil helps with eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis. Argan oil’s natural anti-inflammatory properties soothe the skin, repair it and prevent inflammation.
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