Argan oil has unique, rich and complex chemical composition. Argan oil has traditionally been used for hair, skin and nail care, massage, curing stretch marks and the treatment of various dermatological conditions. Such multitasking is possible only due to the presence of various chemical and biological components. Argan oil contains essential unsaturated fatty acids in abundance. Besides, it contains sterols, polyphenols, ferulic acid, linoleic acid and considerably high levels of Vitamin E. All these components separately or in synergy with each other perform multitude of functions that are associated with Argan oil.

Essential Unsaturated Fatty Acids

Fatty acids are necessary for human body in many ways, but they are not synthesized by the body. Therefore, they can only be obtained through some external means like diet or oil treatment such as Argan oil. Luckily enough, Argan oil contains as much as 80% of essential fatty acids in its overall composition. All the fatty acids present in Argan oil have antioxidant and moisturizing properties. They are vital for manufacturing and repairing cell membranes. They are also instrumental in obtaining optimum nutrition as well as in excreting harmful waste materials. These fatty acids regulate the sebum production by sebaceous glands and go in the formation of prostaglandins. These essential fatty acids are all important for the regulation and maintenance of healthy skin and prevention of premature aging signs.

Argan oil, dubbed as Miracle oil; extracted from kernels of Argan fruit by crushing, is swiftly taking the place of other natural oils for hair protection and treatment. It is in huge demand because of extensive marketing but limited supply. It has many sparkling health usages out of which hair treatment, skin protection and body restoration are just few shiny sides.

Due to Argan oil's benefit for healthy hair, it is often called "liquid gold" by beauty experts. It gives new life to dry, tangled and flyaway hair. It has properties similar to those of Jojoba Oil which is extracted out of shrubs in United States. However, it has surpassed Jojoba oil in fame for hair treatment because of the excellent results. Some of the obvious and recognized benefits of Argan oil for hair can be identified as :