OGX Argan Oil of Morocco Extra Penetrating Hair Oil For Dry and Damaged Hair, 100 ml

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The argan nut contains one to three oil-rich argan kernels. Extraction yields from 30% to 50% of the oil in the kernels, depending on the method. [11] It takes about 40 kilograms (88lb) of dried argan fruit to produce only one litre of oil. [8]

Although these results are promising, larger studies are necessary to better understand how argan oil may support heart health in humans. Summary Vamecq J, Andreoletti P, El Kebbaj R, et al. Peroxisomal Acyl-CoA Oxidase Type 1: Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Aging Properties with a Special Emphasis on Studies with LPS and Argan Oil as a Model Transposable to Aging. Oxid Med Cell Longev. 2018;2018:6986984. doi:10.1155/2018/6986984 Ursoniu S, Sahebkar A, Serban MC, Banach M; Lipid and Blood Pressure Meta-analysis Collaboration Group. The impact of argan oil on plasma lipids in humans: Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Phytother Res. 2018;32(3):377-383. doi:10.1002/ptr.5959One small human study noted that argan oil was comparable to olive oil in its capacity to reduce heart disease risk through its impact on antioxidant levels in the blood ( 9). The argan tree provides food, shelter and protection from desertification. The trees' deep roots help prevent desert encroachment. The canopy of argan trees also provides shade for other agricultural products, and the leaves and fruit provide feed for animals. [4] a b c Charrouf, Zoubida; Guillaume, Dominique (2008). "Argan Oil: Occurrence, Composition and Impact on Human Health". European Journal of Lipid Science and Technology. 110 (7): 632. doi: 10.1002/ejlt.200700220. In former times, goats used to be an important part of the oil-making process. Given their tough-to-open outer shells, the nuts were sought after in the goat poop. Through the magic of goat digestion, the shells of the nuts become easier to open, and processing started from there. Khallouki, F; Younos, C; Soulimani, R; Oster, T; Charrouf, Z; Spiegelhalder, B; Bartsch, H; Owen, RW (2003). "Consumption of argan oil (Morocco) with its unique profile of fatty acids, tocopherols, squalene, sterols and phenolic compounds should confer valuable cancer chemopreventive effects". European Journal of Cancer Prevention. 12 (1): 67–75. doi: 10.1097/00008469-200302000-00011. PMID 12548113. S2CID 12350686.

I can highly recommend making a traditional Moroccan dip called amlou. This is a blend of roasted ground almonds, honey, and salt, which turn into a dip or paste that you can spread on fresh Moroccan bread known as khobuz— and one of the tastiest foods to try in Morocco.Y. Moussouris; A. Pierce. "Biodiversity links to cultural identity in southwest Morocco: The situation, the problems and proposed solutions". Arid Lands Newsletter No. 48, November/December 2000. Essouiri J, Harzy T, Benaicha N, Errasfa M, Abourazzak FE. Effectiveness of Argan Oil Consumption on Knee Osteoarthritis Symptoms: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial. Curr Rheumatol Rev. 2017;13(3):231-235. doi:10.2174/1573397113666170710123031 As argan oil has become increasingly popular, it’s easier than ever to add it to your health and beauty routine.

Boucetta KQ, Charrouf Z, Aguenaou H, Derouiche A, Bensouda Y. The effect of dietary and/or cosmetic argan oil on postmenopausal skin elasticity. Clin Interv Aging. 2015;10:339-349. doi:10.2147/CIA.S71684 Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special. Argan oil marketed for cosmetic purposes may be mixed with other ingredients that you shouldn’t ingest.

What Is Argan Oil?

Bellahcen S, Hakkou Z, Ziyyat A, et al. Antidiabetic and antihypertensive effect of Virgin Argan Oil in model of neonatal streptozotocin-induced diabetic and l-nitroarginine methylester (l-NAME) hypertensive rats. J Complement Integr Med. 2013 Jul 6;10. doi:10.1515/jcim-2013-0008. Gharby S, Charrouf Z. Argan Oil: Chemical Composition, Extraction Process, and Quality Control. Front Nutr. 2022;8:804587. doi:10.3389/fnut.2021.804587 Apply generously to wet hair, massage into a lather through to ends, then rinse the hair thoroughly. After shampooing, follow with Hydrate & Revive+ Argan Oil of Morocco Extra Strength Conditioner for best results. The area of producing the oil is expanding: in 2020 it had started near the city of Agadir, 175 kilometres (109mi) south of the traditional argan-producing area of Essaouira, and is due to expand north. [8] Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Chloride, Glycol Distearate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Silk Amino Acids, Polyquaternium-22, PEG-7 Amodimethicone, Sodium Hydrolyzed Potato Starch Dodecenylsuccinate, Linoleamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate, Polyquaternium-39, Laureth-4, PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate, PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Cocamide, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Citrate, Hexylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate, Formic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Potassium Sorbate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Disodium Tetrapropenyl Succinate, Glycerin, Coconut Acid, Parfum/Fragrance, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone, CI 19140/Yellow 5, CI 16035/Red 40.

Boucetta KQ, Charrouf Z, Aguenaou H, et al. The effect of dietary and/or cosmetic argan oil on postmenopausal skin elasticity. Clin Interv Aging. 2015 Jan 30;10:339-49. doi:10.2147/CIA.S71684.

Argan oil, cold-pressed from the seeds of the deciduous argan tree fruit ( Argania spinosa), is endemic to southwest Morocco. Monfalouti, HE; Guillaume, D; Denhez, C; Charrouf, Z (Dec 2010). "Therapeutic potential of argan oil: a review". J Pharm Pharmacol. 62 (12): 1669–75. doi: 10.1111/j.2042-7158.2010.01190.x. PMID 21054392. S2CID 43157995.