Argan oil, food and cosmetics

Nuts of the Argan tree

Nuts of the Argan tree

Argan oil is derived from the argan tree. This tree is found mainly in the southwest of Morocco, but also in western Algeria.

 

Argan oil

Argan oil

It is a component of the traditional local cuisine, which is also used for its cosmetic properties.
In recent years, it is experiencing strong international interest in cosmetics, causing an explosion of its price, and various fraud or abuse.

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