Saadia Organics Blog — stretch marks

Many Moroccan women use Argan Oil liberally on their expanding bellies while pregnant.  They do this to prevent drying, itchiness and discomfort from rapidly stretching skin.  They also apply Argan Oil in hopes of avoiding stretch marks. Because Argan Oil is extremely high in essential fatty acids, it helps to prevent a loss in elasticity of the skin. It is most beneficial to use Argan Oil as a preventative measure against stretch marks. However, as it is very rich in antioxidants, it will substantially reduce any existing marks. Argan Oil is also excellent for nursing mothers.  It is perfectly safe...

Our family went to Morocco in March.  This is when I received our first batch of hand-pressed Argan Oil from my mother in law, Saadia. I was so excited to start using it and importing it that I wanted to know more about Argan Oil right from the source. In my last post I mentioned [...]