Protects from sun damage, Moisturizes skin, Treats a number of skin conditions, Treats acne, Heals skin infections, Improves wound healing, Soothes atopic dermatitis, Has anti-aging effects
| QUALITY DATA | |
|---|---|
| Appearance and Color | Clear Yellow |
| Taste and Odor | Typical and Odorless |
| Free Fatty Acid | 1% - 2.3% |
| Iodine Value | 50 - 100 |
| Moisture | 0.1% - 0.3% |
| Peroxide Value | 0.2 - 0 4Mg |
| Reflective Index at 25°C | 1.4758 – 1.4795 |
| Saponification Value | 195-205 |
| Specific Gravity 25°C | 0.910-0.912 |
| Unsaponifiable Matter | 0.3% - 0.5% |
| Fatty Acid Composition | ||
|---|---|---|
| Item | Specification | Test Method |
| Oleic Acid | (23.6%) | Analysis |
| Linoleic Acid [Omega-6] | (57%) | Analysis |
| Linolenic Acid [Omega-3] | (0.2.1%) | Analysis |
| Arachiodic Acid | (1.3%) | Analysis |
| Aerobic Plate Count | Nil | Analysis |
| Yeast | Nil | Analysis |
| Mould | Nil | Analysis |
| Escherichia Coli | Not Present | Analysis |
| Salmonella | Not Present | Analysis |
| Heavy Metals Test | Analytical Test Method No LS024010 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Substance | Quantity | Result | Test Method |
| Lead | Mg/1 | Not Detected | BAS ISO 15586/03 |
| Mercury | Mg/1 | Not Detected | BAS ISO 15586/03 |
| Copper | Mg/1 | Not Detected | BAS ISO 15586/03 |
| Microbiological Tests | Analytical Test Method by AOCS | |
|---|---|---|
| Characteristics | Specification | Result |
| Standard Plate Count per ml | Nil | Not Present |
| Yeast & mould count at 30deg C per ml | Nil | Not Present |
| Coliform count per 100 ml | Nil | Not Present |
| E.coli | Not Present | Not Present |
| Salmonella 25g | Not Present | Not Present |
Argan Oil earned the nickname "liquid gold of Morocco" long before it became a staple ingredient in skincare and haircare formulations worldwide, and the reputation holds up under actual testing. Pressed from the kernels of Argania spinosa, it's one of the more nutrient-dense carrier oils available, which is exactly why formulators keep reaching for it despite its higher price point compared to more common oils.
Its higher Vitamin E and essential fatty acid content make it more nutrient-dense, which is reflected in extraction cost and price.
It's used in formulations targeting acne, atopic dermatitis, wound healing, and general anti-aging skincare.
It carries a 2-year shelf life once unsealed, provided it's stored away from direct light in a cool, dry place.