There’s a myriad of skin oils available, and argan oil is one of the most popular. It’s produced from kernels of the Argan tree, and is a good source of fatty acids and antioxidants. It may improve skin hydration and elasticity, and may also be anti-inflammatory.
Evidence: Weak
References
Boucetta KQ, Charrouf Z, Aguenaou H, Derouiche A, Bensouda Y. The effect of dietary and/or cosmetic argan oil on postmenopausal skin elasticity. Clin Interv Aging. 2015 Jan 30;10:339-49.
Lin TK, Zhong L, Santiago JL. Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects of Topical Application of Some Plant Oils. Int J Mol Sci. 2017;19(1):70. Published 2017 Dec 27.
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