Wednesday, 16 November 2011

Our Products - Arganti Culinary Argan Oil

Arganti Premium Culinary Argan Oil
250 ml, 60 ml, 40 ml
ARGANATI: 100% pure argan oil Certified as organic productARGANATI is exclusively made out of argan almonds. It is produced with ancestral know-how of Berbers women which is transmitted from generation and with modern means in order to fit international norms. To produce one liter of argan oil requires about 30 kg of fruits and more than 15 hours of work.



Reduction of cholesterol level: thanks to its high concentration in essential fatty acids ( linoleic acid : 34% ) and its high percentage in unsaturated fatty acids ( 80% ), natural argan oil reduces cholesterol levels and prevents atherosclerosis. It is recommended to all those who wish to lead a balanced and healthy life.



ARGANATI is delicious in salad sauce and will give a special taste to your vegetables, fishes and cooked meals.






Nutrition Facts



100g Arganati Bio contains:Fat:  99 g



     Saturates:                                9 g
     Monounsaturated:           45 g
     Polyunsaturated:              35 g
Carbohydrates:                         0 g
Protein:                                        0 g
Cholesterol:                                 0 mg
Sodium:                                         0 mg
Vitamin E (tocopherols):      70 mg
Energy: 828 kcalorie (3400Kjoules)






 Arganium 60 ml

Moisturizing and nourishing: with Arganium, our 


Regenerating and activating: argan oil is frequently used in traditional medicine in order to heal scars (e.g. such as those caused by acne) or to soothe rheumatic pain.


Diminishing wrinkles: rich in essential fatty acids, argan oil revitalize the skin and activates the cell’s vital functions, thus diminishing wrinkles. Furthermore it protects the skin from external aggressions such as the sun while neutralizing free radicals.


While keeping all its active principles, ARGANIUM is made out of non-roasted almonds and is thus free from well-known hazelnut odor, which is noticeable in the edible oil.


Nutrition Facts


100g Arganati Bio contains:
Fat:                                                   99 g
     Saturates:                                   9 g
     Monounsaturated:              45 g
     Polyunsaturated:                35 g
Carbohydrates:                           0 g
Protein:                                         0 g
Cholesterol:                             0 mg
Sodium:                                    0 mg
Vitamin E (tocopherols):  70 mg
Energy: 828 kcalorie (3400Kjoules)




   Amlou Beldi   
AMLOU BELDI: a tasty spread


Amlou is a delicious Moroccan chunky dip made from toasted sweet organic almonds or peanuts, organic culinary argan oil sweetened with pure honey or sugar. It is a traditional delicacy among the Berber community in southern Morocco where argan oil is widely produced. Amlou is usually served as a dip for bread at breakfast.


Its combination of essential fatty acids, vitamin E and minerals make it not only a delicious but also a very healthy. It is renowned for its aphrodisiac virtues 

Method of Usage

Method of Usage


Body Skin Care:

* The argan vegetable oil is used on the face as well as on all parts of the body, particularly on dry areas. It moisturizes, revitalizes and softens skin and protects against dying. Very moisturizing, it prevents premature aging due to external aggressions (sun, bad weather, cold, cracking, stress,…). Its action reduces chapping and cracking caused by the cold winter wind and helps prevent wrinkles. Argan oil cleans acne-prone skin and leaves it glowing and radiant. Excellent night cream for all skin types, it regenerates the skin during sleep and fight against skin aging.

The oil helps the skin keep or regain its elasticity.

* For perfect skin care to stimulate and strengthen the devitalized areas and loss of elasticity:
-  First start with cleaning all the body. Smear argan oil on face, neck and all rest of the body. Only a few drops are necessary as this is very rich oil. Gently massage in circular motions to make it penetrate and let stand 15 minutes. The treatment leaves the skin hydrated and soft.
Or
-  Apply to body 45 minutes before bathing or showering. Then smear the oil on body and massage gently until skin regains its flexibility and softness

 
Hair Care:
* To restore vigor and health to dry, damaged or brittle hair:
- Apply to entire length of hair 30 minutes before using shampoo, wash and rinse.
* To protect hair from drying effects of sea bathing and chlorine.
- Use oil and gently brush hair.        

Nail Care:
* To strengthen soft and brittle nails:
- Prepare a mixture of Arganium care oil and lemon juice in equally amounts; wash hands, soak fingers for 15 minutes. Repeat at least once a week.        

Treatment of rheumatism:
Use soothing balm and rub gently on affected areas.      

Nutrition Benefits Of Argan Oil

Nutrition Benefits Of Argan Oil

  • Argan oil is high in oleic acid content, which makes it effective in regulating blood cholesterol. According to the studies being conducted, 2 tbsp of argan oil per day will considerably lower cholesterol levels.
  • The prostaglandins 1 and 3, formed in the body after the consumption of this oil, helps improve the blood circulation in the body. It also strengthens body’s natural defense system and suppresses inflammation. Prostaglandins also help in many body functions like immune system, inflammatory process and blood clotting.
  • Argan oil is rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids and even contains large amount of vitamin E. The vitamin acts as a powerful antioxidant that quenches free radicals, neutralizing destructive oxidation.
  • This oil is also beneficial for the people with rheumatologic conditions and cardio vascular problems, as it contains linoleic acid that increases the production of prostaglandins 1.
  • Argan oil protects the skin against droughts and external aggression, which prevents the premature aging effects on the skin.
  • It softens the skin and revitalizes the tired and wrinkled parts by re-hydrating and giving the skin its lost youthful elasticity.
  • Argan oil has been found to be extremely effective in providing immediate relief in case of burns, scars and any such injury.
  • It also helps in strengthening the hair and nails. It can be used to get rid of dandruff and helps in preventing hair loss and skin drying.

Benefits and Method of Usage

Benefits Of Argan Oil                

  High Vitamin E Content: 
Vitamin E is an antioxidant that protects body tissue from damage. It plays a role in body immune system and metabolic process. It is excellent for skin care and skin health. It helps prevent and treat sunburns, and it is considered as an effective sunscreens. It also helps treating scars as well as healing damaged skin, and improves its moisturization, softness and smoothness.
                                   
 Good Source of Antioxidants: Antioxidants protect cells from the damaging effects of free radicals (chemicals, drugs, pollutants, and ultra violet rays..). They have anti-aging effects. Antioxidants help your skin retain its youthful glow, reduce wrinkle lines and stretch marks, and help skin stay moisturized.
                 
 Healthy Source of Phytosterols
: Phytosterols have both an anti-irritation and an anti-inflammatory action. They are good for scar tissues and will help repair and condition both skin and hair. Aside from these, phytosterols also improves dry skin, help repair damaged skin including scars and keloids. It also has components such as stigmasterol that help lighten skin and prevents some types of skin cancer.
                                   
  Rich in Unsaturated Fatty Acids: Also a great moisturizer, unsaturated fatty acids are great for the skin. They help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and these acids also have an anti-aging effect. Unsaturated fatty acids also work wonders for your hair by instantly helping soften it. They help prevent split ends. Unsaturated fatty acids also reduce joint pains and stiffness.
                                   
  Has Essential Components that Help Restore Skin: Argan oil is believed to clean up and restore all sorts of skin conditions such as: eczema, psoriasis, dry skin, acne, wrinkles, and other skin issues.

Argan Oil - Our Production Process

Our Production Process

Dried flesh is removed though a machine.
The resulting nuts are manually crushed between two stones by women in order to obtain an intact almond.
These almonds are then slightly roasted for culinary oil only (Arganati ).
Temperature: 100°C for roasting machine.
30 kg of almonds need 2 hours for roasting.
Although raw material is heated through roasting and extracting process, the peroxides value are definitely under international norms.
The almonds are then pressed through a special oil press to give argan oil. The oil is then decanted into bottle and finally filtered in a special oil filter.
Argan oil is made of kernel of argan seeds without any additives.
It is 100% pure natural products.
 


Argan Oil, the "Miracle Ingredient"

Argan Oil
The oil comes from the fruit of the argan tree. The fruit or nut is dried and crushed to release the kernels (up to three kernel in one nut). These are slightly roasted.
Berber women have used Argan oil for centuries to protect and nourish their skin, hair and nails from harsh conditions in which they live. Argan oil is now gaining worldwide popularity as a "miracle ingredient" especially in cosmetic industry in Europe and North America. It has extremely high levels of vitamin E and 80% fatty acids that make it perfect for healing many skin ailments and for protecting against premature aging.


Argan oil has a vibrantly toasty, nutlike flavor with fruity overtones and a delicate touch of bitterness.          

Argan Tree, the "Tree of life"

Argan Tree


Known by Know by the Moroccan Berbers as the "Tree of Life", the Argan tree (Argania Spinosa) grows almost exclusively in Morocco, especially in the arid and semi-arid areas of the southwest. The tree has sustained the Berber inhabitants of theses regions and their livestock for centuries.  Humans consume the oil extracted from the argan nuts; the nutshells are used for fuel. The leaves and fruit nourish goats, camels and sheep. The leaves the dried flesh of the nuts as well as the oil cake that remains after the oil has been pressed out are valuable as animal feed for goats, camels and sheep.
The Argan tree is among the endangered species. In less than a century, more than a third of the argan forest has disappeared. The ecological importance of this rare specie has been endorsed when the Argon Forest area UNESCO added the tree to the World Heritage Site list in 1999, thus creating an Arganeraie Biosphere Reserve of about he 2.5 million ha.
The tree belongs to the saponaceous family. Argan tree has a life span of 150 - 200 years due to its resistance ability to the aridity of the region where it grows.
Argan tree grows up to 80-10 meters high.

It is estimated that the argan forest (Arganerie) grows on an area of 700.000 to 800.000 ha, about 14.25% of the forest in Morocco, and the largest concentration of argan trees are found in the Souss region.