From luscious locks to gorgeous skin, the “magical” Argan oil does it all. Used by Moroccan women for centuries, the rest of us are now too starting to understand the allure of this multi-functional oil and to discover its wonderful properties. Curious to learn why this natural oil is known as “liquid gold” when it comes to skincare and haircare? Read on to learn more about Argan Oil’s benefits and how you can incorporate it into your daily routine.
What is Argan Oil?
Derived from the Argan nut and commonly known as ‘Moroccan Oil’—this skin-protecting superfood is characterised by its light, non-greasy formula, making it ideal for oily or acne-prone skin types as it helps to balance the skin’s natural lipid levels without clogging pores.
Containing an abundance of vitamin E, as well as essential fatty acids and antioxidants—Argan oil is also deeply moisturising with anti-inflammatory benefits and known to protect the skin while strengthening its structure.
Argan Oil in Skincare: Key Benefits
Argan oil is one of the most versatile natural oils on the market — lightweight, non-greasy, and packed with nutrients to benefit a variety of skin types. Whether you’re battling dry skin, looking for a natural solution to soothe sensitive skin or balance oiliness, it’s likely your complexion will enjoy the many benefits that Argan oil has to offer.
1. Argan Oil Delivers Deep Hydration
Rich in essential fatty acids, argan oil is an excellent natural moisturiser that helps maintain the skin’s natural barrier, preventing moisture loss. Unlike heavier oils, it deeply nourishes the skin but absorbs quickly, so it won’t leave you with a greasy residue. Argan Oil’s lightweight hydration benefits make it suitable for all skin types — even oily or acne-prone skin.
2. Argan Oil has Anti-Aging Properties
Packed with Vitamin E, Argan oil helps to fight free radicals that contribute to premature aging. Regular use can improve skin elasticity, making Argan oil ideal for reducing signs of fine lines and wrinkles. The high content of essential fatty acids also helps the skin to maintain hydration - essential for age defence.
3. Argan Oil Soothes Inflammation and Redness
Argan oil has natural anti-inflammatory properties, which makes it effective in calming irritated or sensitive skin. Whether you’re dealing with eczema, rosacea, or just general redness, this magic oil can help soothe irritated skin without causing further inflammation.
Argan oil is also a great skincare ingredient for anyone struggling with skin conditions such as dermatitis or eczema as they often have a compromised lipid barrier - which Argan Oil can assist to repair and protect. Argan Oil is also unlikely to cause irritation, making it a well-tolerated ingredient for sensitive skin types.
4. Argan Oil Supports Acne
Although oily skin types usually avoid oil-based skincare products, Argan oil can actually help regulate sebum production. Its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties may also assist to reduce breakouts while supporting skin repair by keeping the skin hydrated and balanced.
5. Argan Oil Improves Skin Texture and Tone
Argan oil promotes a healthy complexion and may assist with fading dark spots, acne scars, and hyperpigmentation thanks to its antioxidant-rich profile.
6. Argan Oil Provides Natural Protection from Environmental Stress
UV damage, wind and harsh weather can cause signs of premature ageing, including fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation and dry, dull skin. Argan oil acts as a protective barrier, shielding the skin from external damage while supporting its natural healing process.
How to Use Argan Oil in Your Skincare Routine
1. As a Daily Moisturiser
LAMAV Wrinkle Smoothing Cream is a highly concentrated day moisturiser, packed with Argan oil and superfoods to maintain elasticity and firmness. The restorative powers of Australian Natives, Amla and Argan oil revitalise dry and dull skin while helping to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
After cleansing and toning, apply 1-2 pumps directly to your face while your skin is still slightly damp. Gently massage it in using upward circular motions.
2. As a Nighttime Repair Treatment
Boosting your skin with Argan Oil at night is a great way to restore and replenish the skin while you sleep. LAMAV’s Vitamin A Repair Oil contains Argan, Raspberry, Baobab and Sea Buckthorn oils to repair and strengthen the skin’s barrier overnight. The addition of 2% Bakuchiol boosts skin regeneration and collagen production for a smoother complexion.
3. Makeup Primer
Smooth, hydrated skin is essential for flawless makeup application. LAMAV’s Bio-Active Primer contains Argan and Rosehip Oil to lock in moisture whilst creating a perfect hydrated base for your foundation application. Potent bio-actives Vitamin C and Kakadu Plum promotes even skin tone while Hyaluronic Acid firms and plumps the skin.
4. Argan Oil for Hair Treatment
The natural sterols found in Argan oil help the hair strand retain moisture, keeping your locks looking bouncy, healthy and sleek. Argan oil has also shown to reduces brittleness, frizz and damage, by restoring the integrity of the hair structure and nourishing the core of the hair strand. The high content of vitamin E is a guarantee that your locks will stay protected from external damage and aggressors. It’s no wonder Moroccan Hair Oil became so popular when it first came to market.
5. Body, Hand and Nail Treatment
More than just a skincare and hair treatment, Argan oil can be used from head to toe for healing chapped lips, restoring the smoothness of ultra-dry areas like elbows/knees and improving the appearance of scars. You can also apply a few drops onto your cuticles to strengthen and moisturise brittle nails
How to Layer Argan Oil in your Skincare Routine
As a general rule it’s best to apply your skincare in order from lightest to heaviest consistency. Here’s how you can fit Argan Oil into your daily routine.
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Water-based serums
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Creams or moisturisers
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Oils (like Argan oil)
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SPF (during the day)
Tips for Using Argan Oil Safely and Effectively
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Look for 100% pure, cold-pressed, organic Argan oil to ensure you're getting the highest quality product — free from fillers and additives.
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Store in a dark, cool place to maintain freshness.
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Patch test before applying if you have nut allergies, sensitive or acne-prone skin.
Is Argan Oil Suitable for All Skin Types?
Generally speaking, Argan oil is known as a suitable ingredient for all skin types, however it’s important to consider your specific skin needs and potential sensitivities and always complete a patch test prior to full first use.
Dry Skin
Argan oil is an excellent skincare ingredient of choice for a dry complexion. The essential fatty acids and vitamin E within Argan Oil deliver deep hydration to replenish and comfort dry skin while supporting skin barrier repair.
Oily & Acne-Prone Skin
You may be surprised to learn that Argan Oil is considered a suitable ingredient to support oily and acne prone skin. How? Argan oil is known as a non-comedogenic oil so there is minimal risk of it clogging pores and it may also support regulation of sebum production to balance oily skin. Argan oil has also shown anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits that may calm redness and inflammation associated with acne prone skin.
Sensitive Skin
Argan oil is a nourishing and soothing ingredient with little risk of irritation, making it ideal for sensitive, irritated skin. It may assist calm redness, inflammation and support skin barrier repair.
Bye, bye wrinkles!
Above all, Argan oil is famous for its superb anti-aging and skin reviving properties. Thanks to the high concentration of vitamin A and vitamin E (one of the most powerful antioxidants) the precious Moroccan oil protects the healthy cells from free radicals, promotes collagen synthesis (hence improves skin’s elasticity), and aids in the formation of new cell membranes, that are stronger and more resistant to external damage.
The high content of essential fatty acids makes Argan oil wonderful for nourishing the skin, smoothing its surface and improving its overall condition. Since it is pretty lightweight, Argan oil penetrates with ease, reaching the deepest layers of the skin where it works its magic. Regular application is sure to make your skin look younger, healthier, and more glowing – irresistible trio!
Note: We recommend using it as nightly treatment (applying it before bed, alone or after your night cream) in order to allow it to work its magic while you sleep when your cells regenerate best.
Wondering how to keep your skin youthful as long as possible and how to do it naturally? We might have the answer…
As the skin ages, collagen and elastin fibers decrease, resulting in fine lines and wrinkles. Many factors hasten the skin’s aging process including genetics, hormones, pollution, UV damage, exposure to harsh products or cleansers, dehydration, etc. All of these factors can make the skin age prematurely and whilst there is little we can do to avoid some aspects of aging, a skincare regime that moisturizes, protects, and nourishes in depth can assist in slowing down the aging process and greatly reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles. A leader in anti-aging organic skin science, La Mav’s organic bio-active formulation contains ingredients that have been scientifically demonstrated to reduce the appearance of aging and promote a noticeably healthier, youthful look.
No More “Thirsty” Skin!
Another reason why we worship Argan oil is that “the liquid gold” is the best natural moisturizer we have ever tried! For real! Argan oil restores and maintains skin’s natural water-lipid barrier and this way prevents dehydration, keeping your face plump, fresh, and dewy looking. Argan oil is a good pick for people struggling with dermatitis or eczema as they often have disrupted lipid barrier and their skin tends to struggle retaining moisture inside the cells. Apart from that, the oil doesn’t cause irritations and is very well tolerated by all skin types. Even if you have very sensitive skin it’s highly unlikely that Argan oil will cause you any trouble.
Last but not least, Argan oil can be used for healing chapped lips, restoring the smoothness of ultra-dry areas like elbows/knees and improving the appearance of scars. True miracle-worker!
Hello, Gorgeous, Shiny Locks!
There is one thing that I consider a huge plus when rating natural plant oils – their multi-functionality. If certain oil can be used both for skin and hair, it immediately gets 3 additional starts and also a special place in my beauty routine! Argan oil is no exception and it already has its 3 shiny starts – it can do magic for your lock, seriously! I use it as a nourishing and restorative treatment or as frizz-taming, shine serum. In the first case, I apply it in the roots and on the lengths and leave it for at least 1 hour (ideally overnight) and then shower as per usual. When I use it as a leave-in treatment, I apply a drop of it on the lengths of my hair, while it is still damp and then I style as usual. In both cases the results are astonishing!
Note: If you have shorter hair I’d advise you to start with one drop only since applying too much may leave your hair looking greasy and take away its volume.
La Mav’s Pure Organic Aragan Oil is 100% natural, free of harmful preservatives, and full of natural skin and hair reviving substances!
The natural sterols found in Argan oil help the hair strand retain moisture, keeping your locks looking bouncy, healthy and sleek. Argan oil reduces brittleness, frizz and damage, by restoring the integrity of the hair structure and nourishing the core of the hair strand. The high content of vitamin E is a guarantee that your locks will stay protected from external damage and aggressors. And all this – in a few drops of liquid gold! Naturally!
Have you already tried Argan Oil? Tell us in the comments below – we are curious to hear how you like it?
Final Thoughts on Argan Oil
If you're looking for a natural, multipurpose skincare ingredient that hydrates, heals, and protects, Argan oil is a fantastic choice. Whether you're tackling dryness, aging, sensitivity, or blemishes, this nutrient-packed oil delivers an abundance of skin-loving benefits.
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