Reduces Premature Aging

As mentioned, Argan oil contains a high level of fatty acids, in fact, it is comprised of roughly 80% fatty acids which work wonders to erase signs of premature aging. That’s why Moroccans have famously used it for preventing premature aging and its signs, such as crows feet and wrinkles. Regular use of Argan oil has been proven to reduce the depth and severity of wrinkles, as well as to fade age spots by restoring skin’s youthful elasticity and by increasing the regenerative rate of healthy skin cells.

In a 2007 study out of the Department of Dermatology at theMedical University of Vienna’s  General Hospital in Austria, a groupthat used Argan oil as part of their regular skin care routine for 30 days was found to have significantly improved skin hydration as compared to the group that took a placebo. As moisture loss is one of the primary reasons for skin aging, the results were significant – when skin is hydrated, it loses less collagen and is protected from the elements like sun, heat, cold and wind. Otherresearch conducted on postmenopausal women in 2014, showed that after the participants applied a small amount of Argan oil every night for two months experienced measurable improvements in their skin’s ability to retain water. Even more impressive was that the researchers found their skin could “lose” more water without drying – that meant that it wasn’t just a cosmetic effect, but actual deep cell-level change.

10. Fighting Cancer

There have been many studies regarding the ability of Argan oil to fight cancer and other diseases. The high levels of antioxidants in the oil help protect skin from free radicals which can lead to skin cancer. There have also been studies on the healing power of Argan oil against colon and bladder cancers, prostate cancer, as well as cancerous growths throughout the body which may result from infection or inflammation.

11. Prevents Stretch Marks

The healing power of Argan oil on the skin doesn’t stop with aging and cancer treatments. This miracle oil can also be used to prevent stretch marks from pregnancy, pubescent growth of hips and mammaries, or from rapid weight gain by softening and strengthening skin. It works by helping to improve the elasticity of the skin and keeping it hydrated, which makes stretch marks less likely to form. Apply it by warming a few drops in the palm of your hands and gently rubbing it onto areas like the hips, thighs, and stomach where they’re likely to develop.

12. Repairs Split Ends

When applied to hair, Argan oil prevents drying and environmental damage by coating the hair shaft. The oil seals in moisture and smooths flyaways, making hair more manageable and less prone to breakage from brushing and styling. Argan oil can also help to seal in colorants such as henna and amla, increasing the length of time between colorings. Rich in Vitamin-E, Argan oil nourishes hair, repairing split ends, and increases hair’s shine and overall healthy appearance.

You can use it as a leave-in conditioner to help to repair split ends as well as to prevent frizz and flyaways. Start with a few drops of the oil, warming it in your palms before spreading it throughout your hair with your fingers. Pay close attention to the ends of the hair. Afterwards, add another drop to your fingers and massage it into your scalp. Many people experience immediate benefits by using it this way – it works incredibly well for promoting shine and gloss, taming frizz and leaving the hair softer and more manageable.

13. Curing Dry, Brittle Hair