JAKARTA - Argan oil, or argan oil, is natural oil extracted from arganese tree beans (Argania spinosa), which grew endemic in Morocco. Known as "gold liquid" because of its extraordinary colors and benefits, this oil has been used for centuries by local residents to care for their skin and hair.

In the world of modern beauty, argan oil has become a popular ingredient thanks to its rich nutritional content, including vitamin E, essential fatty acids, and antioxidants. This combination of nutrients makes argan oil one of the most effective natural ingredients in skin and hair care. Here are the benefits of argan oil for beauty that you must know, adapted from Healthline, Friday, August 30.

Argan oil is a popular ingredient for many skin care products. Some studies show that argant oil intake from food can help slow down the aging process by reducing inflammation and oxidative stress.

Argan oil can also support skin health repair and care if applied directly to the skin, thereby reducing signs of aging. Some studies in humans show that argan oil, either drunk or traced directly to the skin, effectively increases skin elasticity and hydration in postmenopaus women.

Argan oil has been a popular home medicine treating inflamed skin conditions for decades, especially in North Africa, where argan trees come from. Although there is still limited scientific evidence, argan oil is still often used for this purpose.

However, recent studies suggest that argant oil contains some antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds, which may be the reason why argan oil can treat skin tissue.

Oleic acids and linoleates that make up most of the content of argant oil fat are important nutrients to maintain the health of the skin and hair. In a study, the use of argan oil orally and topically can increase water levels in women's skins after themenopause.

Although there has been no specific study for hair health. Several studies show that other vegetable oils with comparable nutritional profiles can reduce branched hair and other types of hair damage.

Argan oil is often used to prevent and reduce stretch marks. Although there is no strong evidence yet that topical care can be an effective tool to reduce stretch marks. However, research shows that arganese oil can help reduce inflammation and increase skin elasticity. That may be the reason why many people have expressed success in using it in overcoming stretch marks.

Some sources claim argan oil as an effective treatment of acne. However, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds in argant oil can help reduce redness and skin irritation caused by acne. This oil can also help hydrate the skin, it is important to prevent acne.

The effectiveness of argan oil in overcoming acne is likely to depend on the cause. If you struggle against dry skin or general irritation, argan oil can provide a solution. However, if your acne is caused by hormones, argan oil is not an effective answer.


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