Do you use Argan oil on your skin?

YES. Buy Josie Maran 100% organ oil.

No, it stinks.

ARGAN OIL. DAMNED AUTO CORRECTION.

Don't splurge on it, anything with an argan extract will do. I'm using a cheap facial toner with it and the fine lines are gone. Of course, the deep ones are another story.

I've recently come across an exfoliator, made with argan shell powder, so I may try that as well.

what's the brand r4?

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I use coconut oil. Look for my very long tube video.

I prefer an argon laser.

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Josie argan oil is overpriced

I use it. Love it. I stock up on the supersize Maran oil

R5 Sorry, didn't see your reply before. It's a German one that's only available here at our Central European version of Sephora. Again, it doesn't really matter which one you get, it'll probably be just as good.

Josie Maran

I tried it a couple of times but it makes my areola skin tissue itch like crazy (it took me a little bit to figure out that the argan oil was causing it - at first I thought something was wrong with my detergent and I washed my clothes wrong).

Maran is best? Really?

Wow so many QVC queens here.

Josie Maran -

Night-time Use: Apply to entire face; then use a clean, warm, damp wash cloth to remove soils; then wash face with a detergent-free facial product; rinse generously to soak in water's moisture during rinsing; this next step is very important: lightly, lightly dab dry, while still leaving skin moist; then immediately reapply the oil, lightly, rubbing in well, covering all areas: newly restored warmed "Plumpy Bliss."

Don't over-apply to your forehead, upper-eye area; otherwise, as with any oil-based products, it'll travel to your eyes: Gravity.

Don Lemon says he uses it, so I'm in. I wonder what brand he uses.

The best argan oil I’ve found by far is from a company called Kahina Giving Beauty. Pricier than most, though. Their skincare is fantastic, especially the cleanser. If you need something more hydrating try their prickly pear seed oil.

Try real Dead Sea mud from Jordan. It's amazing.

Make-up Artist Choice. I like most of their products though of course, some are better than others.

Sorry I forgot the link. They always have a coupon code usually at least 20% off, high quality ingredients.

Josie Maran

So clue me in, cosmetic queens.

What exactly is argan oil supposed to do, and how does it work?

Aragan oil just moisturizes your skin. A few year ago it was touted as the latest miracle oil (to get your money). Evry few years a new oil is touted as the best. Now it is marula oil. Oil is oil. They just stamp their name, maybe add a few pther oil to charge you 10x the price.

Not exactly true R25. Not all oils are the same. Sure Argan serves as a moisturizer. But for example Argan is high in Vitamin E and A. It is also packed with anti-oxidants, Omega-6 fatty acids, and linoleic acid. Research shows that when applied to skin, it eases inflammation while moisturizing the skin.

I'm not r26 but I do agree. I feel roger the technical term, but you can actually look up oils and see their "clog" rating. Argan oil is almost as good as it gets while NOT clogging your pores, almost a dry oil. So you get all the benefits of moisture without filling your pores with oil.

The colored men at work stink to high heaven of coconut oil. No one will fuck them because of that. Well, that, and because their calves are so skinny and their noses are so huge.

Anothe vote fore Josie Maran Pure Argan Oil.

We've always been partial to Frau Rosie Pure Aryan Oil.

🎎 I smell like Sushi.

I'd like to try that organ oil.

Josie owns this thread I guess.

Josie pees on her argan oil that's the secret recipe

I use Olive Oil. Keeps my skin fresh and lovely.

The only down side is that I've begun to speak with an Italian Accent.

What is so different with Josie's argan oil to any other brand? Why is her's so great? Anyone?

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I use a non "pure" Argan oil (it contains sillicones) on my hair. Love it. I use Squalane mixed with a moisturizer on my face.

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Josie pees on her argan oil that is why it is special

Don Lemon does! That’s good enough endorsement for me!

I use Josie Maron brand on my cuticles.

Tip: pure argan oil should have a faint smell of rubber bands.

THIS.

A DELIGHT.

R36 - Josie's product is "Cold Pressed," which means it is not subjected/exposed to heat during the pressing process.

Heat "burns" away the oil's natural properties and messes up its chemical structure. This is one of the primary reasons Chefs prefer "Cold Pressed" olive oils.

Argan oil would require a carrier oil for topical application, correct?

R47- Nope.

Seriously? I would blend it just to take the cost down.

You can find huge bottles and jugs of the stuff on Amazon.

I just add oils to my bath water; is that as effective as applying directly to the skin? I feel like it's a bit gentler doing it via the hot soak.

R51 - Oil floats on the water's surface; it does not dissipate in it; but warm/hot baths are very relaxing. (Upon exiting the bathtub to dry off, pat skin dry with your bath towel; do not rub it dry. Otherwise, the moisturizing effects of the remnant oils upon exiting the bath tub will be removed by the bath towel.) Afterward, slip into a cozy pair of cotton pajamas.

The most effective application of oil for facial care is to apply it while skin is still slightly moist.

yuuuuuuuuuuum

Not all argan oil is equal.

Active Argan is the best!

I swear for Josie Maran argan oil.

Once and for all, nothing can penetrate your skin. Oils, Argan and all the others, just sit on top of your skin.

They are not absorbed, they simply dry. People can be sold anything. Why not try snake oil?

And P.S. The only oil that penetrates the hair shaft is coconut oil. Now you know.

What about Timeless skincare Argan oil?

I have long-ish, really thick Scottish hair so I wash, condition with Mane and Tail and after the shower on damp hair I use One ‘n Only’s -Argan Oil Treatment.

If you have thick hair like me and you can’t manage it you might want to think about working a little less than a dime’s worth through your hair really well and then combing it really well.

The smell is not bad. It’s not great but if you wash and condition your hair you hardly notice it.

Trader Joe's has Argan oil for like $8.

pffft, r60. Use Josie Maran!

[quote] Afterward, slip into a cozy pair of cotton pajamas.

And cradle a hot mug of coffee!

I used Josie Maran's argan oil. Once. It made my skin break out instantly. No moisturizer I've ever used has done that.

You can buy cold pressed argan oil on Amazon - 4 ounces for $12.95. What possible reason is their to spend more? That Josie is $48 for 1.75 ounces.

R57 - ever heard of skin pores and osmosis?

In the morning after my shower I use Kiss My Face Olive and Aloe body lotion. I also add a drop or two of an essential oil to give it a little fragrance. I honestly don't know how long the fragrance lasts as no one has ever commented on it. Well, except a BF or two first thing in the morning. But I like it.

The deal with Josie Maran's is its purity and it is first pressing only.

Think about fine olive oil that is first pressed. Sure you can buy cheap olive oil in the grocery store for $&, but you can also buy the good stuff for 4 times that amount. Buy the good stuff since it's going on your face.

[quote]I smell like Sushi.

And R28 smells like shit.

^there

R65 -so you know this because of how the bottle is labeled?

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Viva Naturals Organic Argan Oil

Trader Joe's argan oil is cheap and great. I use it on my fingernails.

I use Active Argan and it is absolutely the best oil out there, IMO. I did try the TJ's argan oil and it's good but takes much longer to absorb compared to Active Agran. It's still good, though.

Maybe it was just the particular brand, but my sister gave me a bottle of pure Argan oil and it made me smell like dirty hair. The oil didn’t smell like anything in the bottle or on my hand, but when I put it on my face, there was the smell. It was subtle but it made me feel sick. Ew.

Maybe I’ll try a bit of Josie Maran at Sephora.

Josie Maran's oil is really thick compared to Active Argan. AA has a nice scent too.

How does putting oil on your face not make you look shiny or greasy all day?

I don't put oil on my face. Just my body. I use the face the AA creams which have argan in it.

R75, due to its intense restorative properties, it is better to apply at night, on still-moist skin. The moistened-skin surface quickly absorbs the product as it dries, resulting in a thin, delicate barrier against the evening's dry air. (Tip: it's better to cleanse and apply earlier in the evening so your skin has the appropriate amount of time to absorb the restorative product before your face hits the pillows later on.)

Trader Joes . 15$ as good as Josie marans. Don't you do your research on makeupalley.

Only in my hair like the Scotsman upthread. I like the smell of it Only one I've tried was Moroccanoil.

What r77 / The Skin Queen said.

[Quote] Trader Joes . 15$

$7 at my TJ's

I was about to post what R81 said, $7. And their hyaluronic acid serum is a cheap thrill, too. $9 bottle lasts over a month and the results are near-instant.

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Active Argan will be on TONIGHT on Evine starting @ 11pm ET. They have a stem cell serum which is FAB as the "Today's Top Value. "

And the 6.7 oz stem cell hand cream which is the the best I've ever used.

I'm buying multiples!!!!!

Evine youtube streaming.

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Go visit Ross for if your skin is dull...

you assholes. you better use josie maran's argan oil because it's better than most of the shit you buy.

Active Argan on right now! It's the best!