Yesterday I blogged about Jojoba Oil so today I thought I would talk about Argan Oil and the benefits it provides to beards. Argan Oil comes from Argan Trees native to Morocco. The fruit it produces is oily and is used by locals as a moisturizer for dry skin and a protectant from the sun. The oil from the Argan Tree is an exceptional moisturizer and perfect for beard care.
Argan Oil is a great product to use if you have dry brittle hair, or frizz that could use a more hydrated and smooth look. Argan Oil is packed with antioxidants, Vitamin E, and fatty acids. These qualities add life and shine to otherwise dry dull hair (facial or head).
Argan Oil also helps to neutralize free radicals and protects from UV damage caused by the sun. Spend a lot of time outdoors? Beard oils made with Argan Oil might be something to look into to protect your hair and skin from sun damage.
Being that Argan Oil is moisturizing, it helps to prevent dry itchy skin. It balances the skin and can eliminate issues such as dandruff. Beard dandruff is a thing and if you suffer from it then beard oils and balms that contain Argan Oil is something to look into.
When using beard oils it's important to be applying it to your beard twice a day. As part of a morning and night time routine, a beard should be washed with a wash and if needed a conditioner made for beards. The skin under your beard needs to be exfoliated and clean. Using natural products made for beards will eliminate the risk of using products that are more commercial in nature and have ingredients in them that will dry out your beard scalp. The Grooming Emporium has a variety of beard washes available in the store. My personal favorite beard washes that we carry are made by Wild Rose Herbs. They are organic and vegan friendly products and smell fantastic. According to my husband who uses this line of washes, a little bit goes a long way and it makes his beard feel great. The Grooming Emporium carries the scents Raven, Cove, Solstice, Yule, and Tundra. Another great line of washes we carry is Pulpo Beard Oils Beard Washes which contain Argan Oil in them. The Fresh Ink scent is my favorite because it's minty and fresh, but Mist 79 is also great smelling to.
After your beard is washed is the time you add the beard oil. Put a little in your hands and work it into your beard. The best way to distribute the oil evenly is using a beard comb or boar bristle brush. Remember to brush or comb your beard in the direction you want it to lay naturally!
The Grooming Emporium has a variety of beard oils in the store. The oils we carry that contain Argan Oil, a necessary ingredient for the dry brittle beard are these: Mudcat Whiskers, Scodioli, Duke Cannon, Pulpo Beard Oils, and Beard Gains. All of these lines have fantastic scents. The oils made by these brands contain Argan Oil along with other great oils and ingredients to make your beard soft, hydrated, and protected.