The Basics On Argan Oil
What is Argan Oil?
Non-fragrant plant oil expressed from the kernels of argan trees. Argan oil contains several beneficial lipids and fatty acids.
What are other names for Argan Oil?
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What is Argan Oil used for?
rgania Spinosa (Argan) kernel oil is the oil extracted from the kernels of seeds from Argania Spinosa plant, otherwise known as the argan plant. Traditionally, argan oil has been utilized in cooking, in the treatment of skin infections, and in skin/hair care products1. Argan oil is composed of mono-unsaturated (80%) and saturated (20%) fatty acids. It contains polyphenols, tocopherols, sterols, squalene, and triterpene alcohols. Argan oil is rich in omega-3 and omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA)2.
How Argan Oil is classified
Antioxidants, Emollients, Plant Extracts
Recommendations for using Argan Oil during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Argan Oil During Pregnancy
What we know about using Argan Oil while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Argan Oil from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Argan Oil
Josie Maran Vibrancy Argan Oil Foundation Fluid; Serge Normant Meta Revive Dry Conditioner With Argan Oil; Briogeo Farewell Frizz Rosehip, Argan & Coconut Oil Blend; Kerastase Elixir Ultime Oil Serum; dae Prickly Pear Hair Oil; Josie Maran 100 percent Pure Argan Oil
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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