Argan oil production
As many centuries ago, in order toto make argan oil for hair, the raw material is collected by Berber women exclusively by hand, and it is called Moroccan because Morocco to this day maintains an absolute monopoly on its development. It follows that any argan oil for hair that is available for sale is produced in Morocco, and if you see this cosmetic product on the shelves, produced, for example, in Ukraine, then you have come across a fake. This valuable product has found its application mainly in the care of hair, facial skin, body, as well as hand skin and nails.
Chemical composition
Argan oil is mainly composed of fatty acidsunsaturated acids: the proportion of oleic acid is 40-60%, linoleic - 28-36%, palmitic - 12-16% and stearic - about 3-8%. In addition to these components, it contains antioxidant substances, vitamins A, F, E, fungicides and antibiotics.
External characteristics
The product itself has a thick consistency and canbe yellow or golden in color. If it is intended for food purposes, it has a bright nutty aroma, and if it is created for body or hair care, it has almost no smell. When preparing this cosmetic product for hair or skin, the original raw material is not subjected to heat treatment, the seeds are crushed using hand presses and the so-called "liquid gold" is obtained - a real treasure of Morocco. To obtain one liter of ready-made argan oil, you need to take 100 kg of argan tree fruits, and, meanwhile, each tree produces no more than 6-8 kilograms of fruits, and these trees do not bear fruit every year. It is because of this consumption of fruits that this type of cosmetic product is not so cheap. Healing properties and effects of argan oil on hair Argan oil has the following beneficial properties:
- creation of a protective filter on the surface of the hair and on the scalp area, which protects against harmful influence of ultraviolet rays;
- giving softness;
- giving shine and radiance;
- elimination of dryness and damaged areas;
- endowment with elasticity;
- protection of color after staining;
- simplification of the laying process.
In order to achieve all these positiveeffects, masks and wraps are made on the basis of argan oil. It is worth noting that the oil consumption will be very small, and the positive result will be visible after the first use.
Masks and wraps
If you want to make an oil-based maskargan, it is better to take it in its pure form. The distinctive feature of this oil is that it has a good effect on hair without any additional additives. If your hair is healthy and does not need to eliminate any problems, then you can use argan oil in the amount of 2 or 3 drops to protect against ultraviolet rays. You should not exceed this volume of oil, otherwise the curls will look greasy.
- Mask for softness and shine of hair
After a normal hair wash, while still dampApply 2-3 drops of oil to your curls and distribute them evenly, for this purpose it is good to use a massage brush. Rinse your hair after 15 minutes under clean running water.
- Mask strengthening with argan and burdock oils
Take equal parts of argan oil and malaburdock, mix them and heat them using a water bath. Then apply this useful elixir to the scalp and roots of your hair. Wrap the hair part of the head with a film, and on top with a towel - such measures will improve blood flow. This mask should be washed off with clean running water using shampoo after an hour. When burdock oil is used as a mask, it is not easy to wash off, and in combination with argan oil, long and thorough rinsing is not required. Using this type of mask will strengthen your hair.
- Mask for strengthening hair with argan oil and egg yolk
You need to take 1 egg yolk and mix it with 1tablespoon of argan oil. Then rub the resulting healing mixture into the scalp, wrap with film, and then a towel. This mask should be washed off after 15 minutes with clean running water. It is good to do a mask with yolk and argan 2-3 times a week - 10 sessions, and a positive result will appear very soon. The use of argan oil in combination with egg yolk will allow your hair to get stronger, a healthy look and get rid of brittleness. Wraps for preventive purposes should be done about once a week for 3 months. If your hair has recently been dyed or permed, or has obvious problems, then it is better to do wraps in a course of 10-15 times about 3 times a week, and after this time - once a week for another 3 months. The same applies to masks.
- Wrapping from dry hair
You will need 1 tablespoon of argan oil,which must be heated in a water bath. After heating, apply the liquid to the scalp, paying special attention to the roots. When applying, it is better to rub the product in with massaging stroking movements for 5 minutes. Then distribute this healing product with a brush, moving from the roots to the ends. Wrap your hair with film, and on top with a towel - such measures will improve blood flow. This mask should be washed off with clean running water after an hour. Using such a wrap will allow your hair to get rid of dryness and dehydration - your hair will shine in a new way.
- Mask for hair based on butter bei and argan oil, not requiring rinsing
Take about 5 drops of bay oil and 1tablespoon of argan oil, mix them and apply to your hair, then comb - this useful mixture will allow your hair to be filled with shine and amazing softness, as well as get excellent growth stimulation.
Enrichment of the hair care product with argan oil
Take your shampoo or hair conditioner and add about 3-5 drops of argan oil to it - this way you will give your hair product additional beneficial properties.
Storage of argan oil
Argan oil has a shelf life of 2 months.years. Please note that the bottle should be kept closed, cool and in a place where the sun's rays do not penetrate. When buying argan oil, make sure that it is not darkened.
