Argan, from the Souss valley

A tree that grows almost nowhere else on earth, and the hands that turn its kernels into oil.

The argan tree (Argania spinosa) is native to the arid south-west of Morocco, around Agadir and the Souss valley. Its range is so specific that the region has been recognised as a UNESCO biosphere reserve.

Inside each fruit is a hard nut, and inside the nut, one to three small kernels. Traditionally the nuts are cracked by hand and the kernels pressed for oil, a slow, skilled process that is still at the heart of the craft.

How to use it

Argan is the most versatile oil in our collection. A few drops warm the skin of the face, a little more softens elbows and shins, and a single drop smooths hair ends.

This article is educational and cosmetic in nature. It is not medical advice. If you have a skin condition or allergy, please consult a professional and patch-test before use.