How is Cosmetic Argan oil Used?

For many years it has been said that Moroccan women used cosmetic argan oil on their hair, nails, and skin.  The kernels of the nut from which the oil is extracted will not be roasted when used cosmetically.  It is thought by many people that argan oil will help to prevent and reduce wrinkles and blemishes on their skin along with helping to prevent brittle nails, and nourishing your skin and hair.  The oil has such great moisturizing powers because of the high amount of vitamin E and fatty acids in it. 

The reason that many people, both men and women, use cosmetic argan oil is because of the many benefits it has for your skin as a moisturizer.  In addition to using it on your skin cosmetic argan oil can be used on your hair to help with damaged, dry hair.  When using the oil on your hair you should do at least two applications.  It will help to moisturize your hair deeply to the roots without having any unnatural product or harmful chemicals.  Because of all the moisture the oil provides to your hair it can help reduce or mend frizzy hair and split ends all together.  A couple of hours before you are going to shampoo your hair massage a small amount of argan oil into your hair.

Because cosmetic argan oil is rich in moisture it is also good to use on your nails and hands.  A person’s hands are being exposed to constant washing, environmental issues, weather that is cold, windy, or hot, etc.  These can all be a cause of having dry hands.  To give your dry hands moisture you can use a few drops of cosmetic argan oil every day on your hands.  Put a few drops on the palms of your hands and rub it in.  This treatment can also help with problem cuticles and brittle nails.  When using argon oil as a moisturizer on your hands it will not leave your hands with a greasy feeling because it will be absorbed into your skin quickly.  When you decide to have a manicure or pedicure mix lemon juice and argon oil and soak your nails in it for ten to fifteen minutes to help soften your cuticles. 

There are also other uses for cosmetic argan oil which include:

• To nourish your dry skin and help with cracked elbows, knees, and hands.
• It is thought to be a highly effective anti-aging agent by helping to erase the wrinkles and fine lines on your skin.
• Although it is thought to be a remedy for acne it has been found out that in rare cases this oil can cause acne.
• It can help to clear any blemishes on your skin including stretch marks.
• Argan oil is very popular to moisturize your hair making your hair shiny and smooth. 
• Before you go to bed apply a few drops of argan oil to your face and then wash it off in the shower in the morning.