Lin TK, Zhong L, Santiago JL. Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects of Topical Application of Some Plant Oils. Int J Mol Sci. 2017;19(1):70. doi:10.3390/ijms19010070 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

Phenols and Polyphenols from Argania spinosa”. American Journal of Food Technology 2(7), 679. o. DOI: 10.3923/ajft.2007.679.683. Argan oil is approximately 2 times richer in tocopherol than olive oil (620 mg/kg vs 320 mg/kg). The main tocopherol is alpha-tocopherol (69%), while beta- and gamma-tocopherol are found in roughly equal proportions (16% and 13%, respectively); delta-tocopherol is a minor component (2%). Beta-, gamma-, and delta-tocopherol, known antioxidative agents, are likely responsible for the good conservation properties of the oil. Argan oil is less sensitive to oxidation and rancidity than olive oil. This stability has been attributed to the presence of tocopherols (620 mg/kg) and polyphenols, such as caffeic acid and oleuropeine. Charrouf 1999 As of 2020, [update] there were around 300 small firms, mostly co-operatives, in the area about 25 kilometres (16mi) inland from Essaouira, on the Atlantic coast. The women who harvest the seeds are mostly of the Berber ethnic group, with traditional skills dating from generations ago. [8] Mendonça CR, Noll M, Castro MCR, Silveira EA. Effects of Nutritional Interventions in the Control of Musculoskeletal Pain: An Integrative Review. Nutrients. 2020;12(10):3075. Published 2020 Oct 9. doi:10.3390/nu12103075

The argan tree ( Argania spinosa) is a native species of the sub-Saharan region of Morocco, in the southwest of the country, which grows in arid and semiarid areas. It’s the defining species of a woodland ecosystem, also known as Arganeraie, which is rich in endemic flora. It is resilient to a harsh environment under water scarcity, risk of erosion and poor soils. Allergic hypersensitivity reactions, including pneumonitis, have been reported with argan oil and powder. Toxicology For best results, apply pure argan oil directly to patches of skin affected by psoriasis. Rosacea may be best treated by taking oral supplements. 4. Treats acne Market-Based Conservation and Local Benefits: The Case of Argan Oil in Morocco”. Ecological Economics 41(1), 125–144. o. DOI: 10.1016/S0921-8009(02)00020-4.

Gharby S, Charrouf Z. Argan Oil: Chemical Composition, Extraction Process, and Quality Control. Front Nutr. 2022;8:804587. doi:10.3389/fnut.2021.804587 If it’s your first time using it, start with a small amount to see how your hair responds. If you have naturally oily roots, apply argan only to the ends of your hair to avoid greasy-looking hair. For Cooking Argan oil is one of the rarest oils in the world and is hailed as the "liquid gold" of Morocco. It has multiple uses in cooking, medicines and cosmetics. Its ability to prevent cardiovascular diseases and its benefits for the skin are scientifically recognized. Rural women lead the entire extraction process through knowledge transmitted from one generation to the next. The argan tree as a fundamental pillar for sustainable development Here are some of the benefits of argan oil for hair that may help protect against hair loss. Moisturizes and conditionsConsumption of virgin argan oil is associated with low levels of plasma LDL cholesterol in healthy subjects compared with nonconsumers living in southwest Morocco. In addition, a higher plasma content of vitamin E accompanied with lower lipoperoxides suggests an antioxidant effect. The values of plasma lipid, lipoprotein, and apolipoprotein parameters between argan oil consumers and nonconsumers are as follows: LDL cholesterol levels were significantly lower in the consumers group compared with nonconsumers (2.47±0.81 mmol/L vs 2.83±0.77 mmol/L; P<0.05); lipoprotein(a) concentrations were lower in the consumers group (25.14±17.73 mg/dL vs 33.67±20.01 mg/dL; P<0.05); plasma total cholesterol and apolipoprotein B levels were lower in consumers without reaching statistical significance; a reduction of apolipoprotein B in LDL particles was observed in the consumers group (41.14±13.89 mg/dL vs 54.96±27.35 mg/dL; P<0.05). Drissi 2004 A controlled trial in 40 healthy Algerian subjects investigated the effects of Algerian argan oil on lipid parameters, markers of oxidation, and antioxidant status. Argan oil was consumed at a dose of 15 g/day for 30 days and was comprised of oleic acid (45.01%), linoleic acid (35.39%), saturated fatty acids (17.7%; palmitic and stearic), and linolenic acid (0.2%), with very low levels of vitamin E and polyphenols (56.34 and 52.36 mg/kg, respectively). Although Algerian argan oil appears to contain less vitamin E than Moroccan argan oil or extra virgin olive oil, it was sufficient to elicit a significant reduction in the oxidation of circulating and cellular lipids ( P<0.05) compared with controls according to measures of plasma and erythrocyte levels of hydroperoxies (lipoperoxides) and thiobarbituric acid-reacting substances. However, neither plasma oxygen radical absorbance capacity nor oxidation of protein (carbonyls) was affected. Additionally, triacyl glycerol, total cholesterol, and LDL cholesterol levels decreased by 20.97% ( P<0.05), 14.63% ( P<0.05), and 16.05% ( P<0.001), respectively. The susceptibility of LDL to oxidation was also decreased. Sour 2012 Continue to massage your hair and scalp for 10 minutes, ensuring your hair is covered from roots to ends. Charrouf, Z., & Guillaume, D. (2008a). Argan oil, functional food, and the sustainable development of the argan forest. Natural Product Communications, 3, 283–288. g/day of argan oil for up to 4 weeks has been used in clinical trials evaluating effects of dietary intake of the oil on surrogate markers of cardiovascular disease (eg, lipid profiles) in healthy subjects. Drissi 2004, Sour 2012 Doses of 25 mL/day to 30 mL/day for 3 to 4 weeks have demonstrated antioxidant activity and improved cholesterol levels in randomized controlled trials. Eljaoudi 2015, Haimeur 2013 Pregnancy / Lactation

Chemchame, Y., Errabhi, A., & Makhloufi, A. (2015). Optimization of the dyeing conditions for wool fiber with natural indigo using the argan’s pulp. American Journal of Applied Chemistry, 2, 70–74. Charrouf, Z., Guillaume, D., & Driouich, A. (2002). The argan tree: An asset for Morocco. Biofutur, 220, 54–57. Argan oil is full of fatty acids and powerful antioxidants, such as vitamin E, that have been shown to have benefits for your scalp and hair. Bennani, H., Drissi, A., Giton, F., et al. (2007). Antiproliferative effect of polyphenols and sterols of virgin argan oil on human prostate cancer cell lines. Cancer Detection and Prevention, 31, 64–69.Alouani, M., & Bani-Aameur, F. (2004). Argan ( Argania spinosa (L.) Skeels) seed germination under nursery conditions: Effect of cold storage, gibberellic acid and mother-tree genotype. Annals of Forest Science, 61, 191–194.