Let us count the ways we love thee.
When most of us think of argan oil, we think of
shiny, bouncy hair. But the super oil found in many major beauty
products these days has a special place in our hearts for its skincare
benefits, too. Here, Josie Maran, founder of cult favorite beauty brand Josie Maran cosmetics (which relies on argan oil as a key ingredient for all of its products) and dermatologist Patricia Wexler, MD, of Wexler Dermatology, lay out all the reasons to stock up on argan oil for a glowy skin boost.
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1. It's packed with the good stuff.
Argan
oil is rich in antioxidants, vitamin E, linoleic acids, and essential
omega fatty acids. "It's nature's protective, nourishing superfood for
your skin," Maran says.
2. It will hydrate even the driest skin.
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Dr. Wexler says the oil
makes an excellent moisturizer with anti-inflammatory qualities for red,
reactive skin. Plus, as Maran notes, applying an oil to dry skin works
like any great moisturizer. It helps to control oil production by balancing your sebum levels.
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3. It won't clog pores.
Yeah,
we were worried about putting a pure oil on our faces too. But because
argan oil balances out your natural oil production, it can actually
prevent acne and breakouts, says Dr. Wexler. "Antioxidants can reduce
the inflammation of acne and razor bumps, and the Vitamin E can help in
healing," she adds.
Plus, it's especially gentle on people with sensitive skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea, Maran notes.
4. It's a healing anti-ager.
As
if this oil isn't already doing enough, it can also be used as an
anti-aging serum. Dr. Wexler says the antioxidants are excellent for
healing irritated or damaged skin. "They make an excellent antiaging
treatment as well, as they prevent oxidative damage from free radicals
and UV radiation."
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5. It can be used night and day.
"Argan
oil is light enough to use as a daily moisturizer and hydrating enough
to use as an overnight treatment," Maran says. Two products for the
price of one? Sold.
6. It's a heavyweight contender against coconut oil.
Just in case you're wondering what the difference is between your beloved coconut oil
and argan oil for skin, the short answer is it depends on what your
skin needs are. Dr. Wexler says that coconut oil is a great deep
moisturizer for dry, cracked skin on your scalp and body and for
conditioning hair and nails. She prefers argan oil in the realm of
anti-aging and recommends it especially for those with problematic,
acne-prone skin.
Here, Dr. Wexler's picks for some of the best argan oil products on the market right now:
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