Sorry for the lack of updates, I have been camping at the beach this week! Since I started switching to all-natural products, I have had many opportunities to try and test out various items. My most recent test has been Argan Oil. I have tried a handful of products containing the oil, or being 100% Pure Organic Argan Oil. My favorite product was the Mun Skin No. 1 Aknari Night Youth Serum, which I loved so much that the full-sized product is currently in transit to my house! A close second would be the Kahina Eye Serum. The eye serum was more greasy to me than the Mun serum, but I noticed within days that under my eyes was so smooth, lines were less visible, and my lovely dark circles I inherited from my Mother were noticeably lighter. I had the same results with Mun, but on my entire face. My monthly hormonal breakouts went away extremely fast, my skin was glowing, lines went away, and my skin just looked healthier than ever. People were commenting about my skin at work almost daily too! The scent of Mun's serum is just lovely as well. Light and floral, but not overpowering. Personally, the 100% oil was well, just too oily for me! At this point, some of you may be asking yourself if you are unfamiliar with Argan Oil: What are the benefits? How much is it? Where can I get it, and why should I buy into the hype? All are great questions, and I asked myself those not too long ago. Here are some facts I have found and experienced:
- Argan Oil is high in antioxidants, and Vitamin E, which significantly help with anti-aging, as well as preventing free radical damage.
- It is used to treat many skin conditions or issues, including wrinkles, eczema, dry skin, acne, dark spots, etc. (I have personally experienced this work!)
- It is a great moisturizer for your entire body! In pure form, or as an ingredient in a product, use on your skin, scalp and hair for healthy hair, treating dandruff, and or eve n promotea hair growth!
- It's anti-inflammatory, which means it can be used on burns and things like sore joints.
- There are culinary uses for it as well.
- It may also have heart health benefits!
If you aren't sold by now, you will just have to try it! Some brands and products are more expensive than others, but there are ways to sample things first before spending a lot if you aren't convinced. Below is a list of sites where you can purchase Argan Oil Products:
- At Spirit Beauty Lounge, you can find brands like Mun and Kahina, as well as many other brands with Argan. They also offer an option to buy a sample box of 5 samples similar to Green Grab Bag (below, see #5). www.spiritbeautylounge.com
- Mun Skin's site sells only the serum at www.munskin.com
- AHAlife offers a 20% discount for all first-time customers, which is where I purchased my Mun serum. Even with shipping, it is cheaper than anywhere else! www.ahalife.com
- SheaTerra Organics offers a more reasonably priced Argan Oil, as well as many other natural products! www.sheaterraorganics.com
- For trying out samples, Green Grab Bag is great! You can sign up for their monthly box of green samples, or create your own! That's where I discovered Mun Skin, and many other products! It's $25 for 5-6 samples that are pretty generous! They also offer discounts for full-sized items. I absolutely LOVE them! www.greengrabbag.com
Now check those out, and get on your way to heathy, glowing skin! I'm off to watch the sunset!
Coming up soon: My reviews on cheap vs. expensive Organic Mascara, my Dad's soda challenge, AND a gluten-free, dairy-free Organic banana bread recipe!
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