Botanical Name - Argan Refined Carrier Oil - Argania spinosa.
Plant Origin - Morocco.
Oil taken from - Kernals.
Extraction Method - Expeller pressed.
Colour - Pale Yellow.
Aroma - Argan Refined Carrier has a very mild and light aroma, making it an excellent choice for Aromatherapy massage as its own aroma does not distract from the aroma of the blend being prepared.
Absorption rate - Absorbs well into the skin, but absorption is quite slow and takes a little longer than lighter, less nourishing carrier oils..
Shelf life - Up to 24 months when stored correctly - see below for full details.
Traditional uses for Argan Carrier include -
Good for all skin types.
Contains useful amounts of Omega 6 (Linoleic Acid), Alpha Tocopherols, Carotene and Phytosterols - which help it to stimulate, protect and regenerate the skin.
This makes Argan Carrier Oil a great choice for mature, dry and parched skin types as well as sun-damaged skin as it helps to keep the skin soft, supple and supports the skins natural elasticity whilst maintaining high levels of hydration with regular use.
Argan Carrier Oil has high levels of antioxidants which is useful when treating eczema and acne skin types.
It can be added to hair care preparations to help manage brittle and dry hair types.
Argan is also used extensively as an addition to hand care preparations as it helps to strengthen the nails and deeply moisturise the delicate skin of the hands.
Use as a massage medium for hands on massage and as a Carrier Oil to dilute Essential Oils into.
Argan Refined Carrier Oil -
Can be added in a 10-20% dilution to enhance other carrier oils, and can help provide prolonged slip during massage due to its slow absorption rate. It can be used as a stand alone Carrier Oil but this is not usual as it is quite expensive when compared to other Carrier OIls.
Mantra Aromatherapy Argan Refined Carrier Oil is -
A pure Carrier Oil that has not been blended/adulterated or diluted in any way.
It is a Vegan product that is cruelty free.
Is presented for retail in a pharmaceutical grade brown glass bottle with a tamper proof cap (for quantities of up to 100ml) for ease of use, or is presented in an opaque wide lid plastic bottle for 250ml and upwards sizes.
Each product purchased is freshly decanted from verified stock in the Uk in Wales.
Mantra Aromatherapy Argan Refined Carrier Oil is a Therapeutic Grade product and can be used as part of a Holistic treatment.
Product Safety -
Always store pure Carrier Oils in an upright position with their cap firmly secured in place.
To maximise the shelf life of any Carrier Oil it should be stored out of direct sunlight, in a cool, dry environment. - A medicine cabinet is ideal or Carrier Oils can also be refrigerated* to prolong their shelf-life.
*Please note that some Carrier Oils will become more viscous and/or solidify if stored below room temperature and will remain so until gently brought back up to room temperature.
Carrier Oils should never be -
taken internally,
never be put in or near the eyes nor put on areas of damaged or inflamed skin.
they should be stored away from children and used with caution around babies, small children and pets.
care and Medical advice should be taken before using Carrier Oils to blend Essential Oils in if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or if you have a medical condition.
Always patch test before using any new Carrier Oil.