Argan oil

Properties

Ninety-nine percent of argan oil consists of triglycerides and related derivatives. These are derived from the following fatty acids:

Fatty acid Percentage
Oleic 42.8%
Linoleic 36.8%
Palmitic 12.0%
Stearic 6.0%
Linolenic <0.5%

Argan oil has a relative density at 20 °C (68 °F) ranging from 0.906 to 0.919.[4]

Argan oil also contains traces of tocopherols (vitamin E), phenolscarotenessqualene.[5] Some trace phenols in argan oil include caffeic acidoleuropeinvanillic acidtyrosolcatecholresorcinol, (−)-epicatechin and (+)-catechin.[6]

Depending on the extraction method, argan oil may be more resistant to oxidation than olive oil.[7]

Category:

A high quality, rich oil that can be used sparsely for thickening and strengthening hair and skin, giving your hair a luscious shine, and controlling frizz. Many even add this product to their skin products such as body butters, sugar scrubs, lotions, and more as it is a natural moisturizer. Customers love the consistency and price of this product as well as its ability to easily blend with other products, including essential oils, for a smooth formula.

 

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