I spent years wondering why the supposedly-awesome coconut oil for skin wasn’t cutting it for the dry skin on my face. It was SO frustrating! This discovery totally rocked my world, and I’m still using it daily, 5+ years later.
Huge thanks to Wilder Supply Co. who asked me to try some of their skin care products and originally sponsored this post. (All sponsored partnerships on this site are 100% my own thoughts, and I only publish work for products/companies I’ve personally tried and love.)
Written by: Beth Ricci
Every winter without fail, I get terribly dry skin on my face. The day after the we turn on the furnace for the first time in the fall, it starts. My face – especially in my T-zone – gets itchy, dry, and flaky. After my shower, it feels tight and awful, like that feeling you get when wearing a face mask that has dried and is ready to wash off. I do not appreciate this facet of my undeniably otherwise-flawless beauty. 😉 Not cool, face, not cool at all.
So what’s a natural living, crunchy mama to do?
[Enter, stage left, hero character]
Does Coconut Oil for Skin Actually Work?
Coconut oil is the darling of the natural living crunchy community. Every real food blogger worth their (unrefined sea) salt will tell you that there are literally hundreds of ways to use the stuff, from making delicious baked goods, homemade toothpaste, or eye makeup remover, to lubricating your you-know-what and using it as a massage oil in the bedroom.
Ever seen My Big Fat Greek Wedding? Remember how Windex is the cure-all? Same idea, less hilarious and more natural.
It’s commonly claimed that using coconut oil for skin is the Awesomest! Moisturizer! Ever! too. For years I kept some in a little sealed container in my bathroom, carried it in my purse, and even packed it for trips, just so I could swipe a little out with my finger to help moisturize my dry skin. It worked… sorta, but not great. I also tried jojoba oil for a while (holy expensive, batman). It was better, but still not awesome.
The Ideal Moisturizer for Your Skin, According to Research
According to this recent study on moisturizing products for dry skin, the ideal moisturizer will have the following attributes:
Reduce and prevent further TEWL (trans-epidermal water loss)
Restore lipid barrier, i.e., duplicating and enhancing the skin’s moisturizing retention mechanisms
Hypoallergenic, non-sensitizing, fragrance free, non-comedogenic
Absorbed immediately, providing immediate hydration
Cosmetically acceptable
Affordable.
How I First Learned About Coconut Oil Alternatives
My life was forever changed when an email landed in my inbox from Hannah at Wilder Supply Co. (Update September 2016: Wilder was formerly called Taproot Farms. Same great company, different name.)
(Seriously though – if any face moisturizer could be called life-changing, it’s this one.)
Wilder Supply Co. is a family-owned business located on an off-grid homestead in Chickaloon, Alaska. They offer a variety of products including lip balm, face/body oils, shea butter, perfume, and goat milk soap (made from fresh goat milk from the family homestead).
[annnd… now cue the dramatic music]
She wanted me to review some skin care products from their shop. I was all like, OK, sure, sounds fun. I was tired of using coconut oil for skin and being disappointed. Little did I know that my face moisturizing routine as I knew it was about to be forever changed.
I tried a few different products: a peach lip balm which works beautifully, and a sandalwood goat milk handcrafted soap – smells incredible, feels totally luxurious in the shower. I LOVE the silky smooth feel of it.
Then… I tried the Moroccan Argan Oil.
Backstory: when Hannah asked me what I’d like to try from their shop, I mentioned that the argan oil looked interesting (I had never heard of it before) because I had suffered from dry, itchy skin on my face for so long, and my current coconut oil for skin routine was not really cutting it.
This was followed by a discussion of the various oils and some brilliant explanations from her which pretty much explained everything as to why the other oils hadn’t worked for me. Here’s what I learned from her, and from my own rabbit hole of research that blew my mind:
What Does the Scientific Research Show About Argan Oil and Coconut Oil?
Well, first of all – the body of research on plant oils for therapeutic skin purposes is fairly small. Unfortunately, the laws in the United States on what skincare and cosmetic companies are allowed to include in their products are extremely loose. The U.S. only bans 11 ingredients, which is in stark contrast to the 1,328 chemicals banned by law in the European Union (28 countries). Canada’s laws are similarly strict to the E.U. with hundreds of ingredients banned.
According to the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics, the E.U. also requires safety assessments on all products prior to being sold, whereas the U.S. does not. They point out that “the hazard-based, precautionary approach of the E.U. acknowledges that chemicals linked to cancer and birth defects simply don’t belong in cosmetics – regardless of the concentration of the chemical being used.”
What does this all mean? It means that the biggest cosmetic brands (the ones who could afford to fund studies) have little need to do so, and wouldn’t want to anyway, because the results on their products wouldn’t be good.
Here’s What we DO Know, Based on What’s Available:
- According to this 2013 study on jojoba in dermatology, jojoba oil isn’t actually an oil. It’s a wax ester that is very similar to the skin’s natural sebum. So, while it feels really nice on the skin (and worked better than coconut oil for me), it can’t soak in to the layers of the epidermis and moisturize as effectively as an oil like argan.
- Coconut oil for skin is a very light moisturizer that sinks in quickly, which appeals to a lot of people because it doesn’t leave a greasy feeling on the skin. It works well for some, but not those with very dry skin. This 2019 study found that coconut oil was effective as an emollient (softening skin) but that it was not found to leave an effective barrier to seal in moisture (aka “occlusive” – for the “most occlusive” example, think of petroleum jelly leaving a thick layer on skin). Dry skin needs something more occlusive than coconut oil, but less so than petroleum jelly (not a product I recommend, for the record).
- According to Table 1 in this study, coconut oil is not considered an effective occlusive (protective barrier), emollient (softens rough skin), or humectant (draws moisture). That same study points out that it does have excellent anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties, so if you don’t have very dry skin or acne-prone skin (see comedogenic note below), it may be a great choice for you. (It’s also worth noting that other studies do refer to occlusive and emollient effects of coconut oil, and I’m sure there’s truth to that, however other plant-based oils seem to be referenced as more effective in this regard.)
- According to this comedogenic chart, argan oil is non-comedogenic with a rating of 0, so it won’t clog your pores.
- Conversely, coconut oil is listed with a rating of 4 (which means it can easily clog pores). That doesn’t bother many people, but if you have a tendency to get clogged pores (blackheads, acne breakouts, etc), coconut oil may exacerbate that problem.
- It is worth noting that the concept of comedogenicity requires more research before we can draw too many conclusions. Still – anecdotally, many people report that coconut oil just doesn’t leave their skin feeling hydrated (like me), or it leads to acne breakouts (hence the comedogenicity discussion).
- To sum up my own experience – while jojoba oil provided a protective layer without sinking in well, and coconut oil sinks in but doesn’t leave much of a protective layer, argan oil does both (see research below), making it more effective overall.
- In this 2014 study involving 60 women, the researchers concluded that argan oil improved skin hydration by restoring barrier function (keeping irritants, microbes, and allergens out) AND maintaining the water-holding capability (keeping moisture in).
- A follow-up study in 2015 by the some of the same researchers concluded that argan oil has an effective anti-aging effect by significantly improving skin elasticity.
So while coconut oil might work well for people who have skin in the middle of the spectrum (generally non-problematic skin), it doesn’t usually work great for those of us who tend to have dry or oily skin issues.
My Personal Experience with Argan Oil
As soon as I got the package in the mail, I started using the argan oil every morning, especially after a shower (I don’t shower every day – it helps to avoid drying the skin too much)
I dab a few drops on my driest areas (right between my eyebrows, forehead, around the base of my nose) and massage it in. It literally only takes a few drops, and my skin drinks it up thirstily.
It is especially effective if I give my face a quick, gentle exfoliation first. In the shower, I just gently scrub my face with a washcloth and it works great. I don’t feel a need to buy special products, or to be particularly harsh with scrubbing. It’s also most effective when applied to damp skin because your pores are more open.
Since using the argan oil, I have noticed an absolute 100% improvement in the way the skin on my face feels on a daily basis. That tight, dry feeling is gone!
As far as I can tell, the results are long-lasting too, because on the days I don’t shower, I sometimes don’t even use the oil because my skin is still happily moisturized from the day before.
It’s incredibly effective (this is about as close to defining something as a miracle product as I’ve ever gotten) and it’s frugal too, considering how little of it you need at a time. At the risk of overstating my case, to be honest, I am utterly blown away and thrilled with this product. Truly.
Now, not only does it work well and not cost me an arm and a leg (side note: yes, the price seems high at first glance compared to drugstore junk, but my first bottle lasted me almost four years!!), but consider these amazing factors as well:
Interesting Facts About the Origins and Production of Argan Oil:
- Argan oil is one of the rarest, most highly-valued oils in the world (source). It is a plant-based oil that comes from the Argan tree, which is exclusive to Morocco. It is called the “tree of life” there, and it has been used by locals for centuries.
- Every part of the plant is utilized: “Getting oil from the fruit of the argan tree involves drying it, extracting the nuts, cracking them to reveal the kernels, and pressing them to release the oil. The byproduct of pressing is a thick argan paste, which is sold locally for cosmetic products. Nothing else is wasted, as the outer pulp provides food for village animals, while the shells are burned for fuel.” (source)
- The process of extraction and selling this oil is done in a sustainable fashion. Almost all Argan oil is distributed by local co-operatives of women in Morocco (source). To this day, the most efficient method of extraction is hand-pressing the kernels, which provides valuable jobs to women in the country.
What are the Health Benefits of Argan Oil?
- Argan oil has incredible health benefits. According to this study, it’s rich in fatty acids and Vitamin E, which are both traits held in high regard in the beauty industry. The industry often adds synthetic versions of these things to products to be able to market them as anti-aging and healing, but of course, the natural (non-synthetic) version is far superior.
- According to the same study, “daily topical application of argan oil has also been shown to improve skin elasticity and skin hydration by restoring the barrier function and maintaining the water-holding capacity. Additionally, topical applications onto skin provide a softening and relaxing effect on the skin.”
- This study discusses multiple amazing health benefits of argan oil beyond skin moisturizing, including UV protection, and even cancer prevention (yes, really!)
The Bottom Line?
I first wrote this post in 2013, and it has been viewed nearly four million times since. There has been some pushback to criticism of our beloved coconut oil (of which I’m still a huge fan – I use it all the time for cooking, and a few other things!) but overall, I have heard from a ton of others who were relieved to know that they weren’t the only ones struggling with coconut oil for skin as a moisturizer!
I still use and love my argan oil to this day – I get mine from the same company: Wilder Supply Co. (<– get a special R&H discount through that link). I trust their quality.
They’re a small family business that prides itself on offering natural, affordable products of exceptional quality. They also value sustainability and top-notch service, which pretty well makes them my ideal company.
Related:
What do you use to moisturize your skin? Have you tried argan oil?
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- Pazyar N, Yaghoobi R, Ghassemi M.R, Kazerouni A, Rafeie E, Jamshydian N. (2013). “Jojoba in Dermatology: A Succinct Review”. G Ital Dermatol Venereol , 9(1): 5–14. doi: 10.1016/j.jtcme.2017.06.012
- Varma, S. R., Sivaprakasam, T. O., Arumugam, I., Dilip, N., Raghuraman, M., Pavan, K. B., Paramesh, R. (2018). In vitro anti-inflammatory and skin protective properties of Virgin coconut oil. Journal of traditional and complementary medicine, 9(1), 5–14. doi:10.1016/j.jtcme.2017.06.012
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- Boucetta, K.Q, Charrouf, Z, Derouiche, A, Rahali, Y, and Bensouda, Y. (2014). Skin Hydration in Postmenopausal Women: Argan Oil Benefit with Oral and/or Topical Use. Menopause Review 13(5): 280–288. doi: 10.5114/pm.2014.46470
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Dawn
I’ve had the same experience with coconut oil too. I used it for my lips and lips seemed more chapped. Same thing with my skin. Thanks for sharing.
Beautiful Body and Mind
I’ve never tried jojoba oil before, and the argan oil I only used it for my hair. I love the coconut oil even if my skin is really dry, I think it really depends on which version of coconut you buy. I have a bio, organic, unprocessed coconut oil that is scented and not only my skin smells amazing afterwards but it’s also very soft and hydratated. I have a huge problem with my hands being dry all the time and besides a body lotion from la Roche Posay, I don’t use anything else for my skin other than coconut oil. I love it also because it’s antifungal and because our skin absorbs about 60% of what we put on it and it ends up in the bloodstream, I think it helps with maintaining our bodies alcalin PH (only if it’s organic!). I wrote all about it on my blog. Good article!
Danisunshyn
I stopped using Coconut Oil because it clogged my pores. I couldnt for the life of me figure out what caused my cystic acne. I did some research and found that coconut oil was highly comedogenic. Who knew! I immediately stopped using it and used shea butter instead. What a difference. My skin care routine became very basic. Oil cleansing at night, a toner and moisturize. In the morning, warm water rinse, a toner and moisturize. Twice a week, a face mask. I have to keep it simple.
Danisunshyn
oh I also add at night a few drops of Tea tree oil to the shea butter.
Karen
I love Argan as a facial moisturizer. Its sinks in quickly and has improved my skin tone and texture so much. Cant go wrong with it!!
Nancy Dupont
Just when I discover coconut oil, something else pops up. I have extremly dry skin under my nose. My whole upper lip. Sometimes extremly ted. No dr seems to help. Can you?
Reed
I had this same thing, and no doctor could help me. I finally went to a naturopathic Doctor and she gave me an IgE and an IgG allergy test, then told me to go off of gluten, dairy and eggs. All of my red, flaky, dry skin on my face disappeared in a month! Good luck!
Beth
It sounds like you may be experiencing eczema? Just a guess. Eczema is typically caused by poor gut health and food sensitivities. Try removing common allergens to see if it clears up. My 3-yr-old son had eczema around his mouth for 6 months, and when we removed eggs from his diet, it cleared up within days. Other common ones to try would be dairy and gluten. Hope that’s helpful!
Laura
I used to get the same thing, for years! Red flaky skin under my nose. Sometimes it would even feel raw. It went away after I cut out dairy (im allergic, who knew!). It’s been probably two years since 🙂 Definitely check for food allergies/sensitivities.
Sheryl
I have used Argan oil for not only my face but my Hair too….I found it way to greasy for me..not only did I have acne breakouts on my face but in my scalp, my back and even behind my ears…I would not recommend it..I use coconut oil mixed with backing soda and lemon works much better……for my hair I use coconut oil mixed with coconut milk works better thee…to say one is better then the other is wrong…for each person it is different. My niece has been using the coconut oil for years and she has amazing skin and hair….so each his own I guess..and I would think this is a testimonial advertisement for the company since she was a tester on the products
Beth
Different things work for different people, for sure. If coconut oil works for you, then awesome! But every word I wrote above is 100% true, and I still use argan oil on a daily basis. Used it this morning, in fact. I didn’t say that coconut oil was “wrong”. I said it didn’t work for me.
This post was written in partnership with Taproot, a small family-run business that sells amazing argan oil produced in Alaska, but it was written in response to my love for the argan oil… not merely as an advertisement.
tia
You said Argan oil is produced in Marokko. How come this one is produced in Alaska of all places?
Heather
I’m going to go out on a limb and assume that she purchases the oil from Morocco and then sells it and makes products from it in Alaska.
Dunk
Sounds like an advertisement to me…
Sandra Stewat
Thanks for your response, I tried Argon oil also and hated it. Now I am stuck with a very expensive bottle. I had the same problems as you did.
Heather
You just said “I use coconut oil mixed with baking soda and lemon works much better” but then you said “to say one is better then the other is wrong”. So it’s only wrong for people that aren’t you? lol
I use straight up jojoba oil and have for years, works wonderful *for me*. Coconut oil dried my skin and chapped my lips and I gave a couple months to see if there would be any changes. Stayed the same. But I use it for many other things and love it for those.
I use argan oil in my daughter’s hair.
Charlotte Pennington
Your article interested me as I’m searching for something natural that can moisturize plus exfoliate and recently I’ve been reading that coconut oil isn’t as good as published. I visited the website and to my disappointmentor the #1 ingredient in all the bars of soap is coconut oil. Thought you might want to be aware and maybe change the name of your article.
Beth
Hi Charlotte,
Bar soap which uses coconut oil as an ingredient is a very different thing than slathering plain coconut oil on your skin as a moisturizer. I think it can be an effective ingredient in soap (for cleaning), but still not be an effective moisturizer for many people.
I think you would be best to find something that can exfoliate first – maybe a DIY scrub using natural ingredients – my friend Stacy has a ton of recipes on her blog: http://adelightfulhome.com/ And then, if needed, follow that up with a moisturizer. Like I said in the article – my fave for that is pure argan oil.
Thanks for your comment!
Drew Griffiths
Very interesting, my skin is very painful at the moment, I think from exercising in the freezing cold, and taking cold shows Wim Hof style.
ema
Oh my God! You don’t even know how i’ve been going crazy wondering why coconut oil was not working for me at all.I just started making my homemade butter from organic oils bought from amazon( cocoa butter , shea butter and coconut) Alas! I would smell nice and be nice and moisturised, but hours later be cracking up.I came to the conclusion that i need to buy all organic from local stored like whole foods, because organic from Amazon is not working for me. Thank you for this article ,like you said, everyone is praising coconut oil, and there is nothing out there negative about it. Keep up the good work and again thank you
Beth
Sounds exactly like what I went through! Glad you found this article. 🙂
Lara Taft
I am a,Clinical Massage Therapist and an ex nurse. I am very picky and won’t use anything non organic. Interested in your argon since I formulate all my products myself.
Lisa G
The best moisturizer I have ever used is this DIVINE body oil. It is organic and vegan and SMELLS LIKE HEAVEN. I discovered it when clicking on a link another user had posted and I cannot tell you how lovely and subtle the scent is. This blend of organic oils is perfect, sinks right in, and makes the driest skin silky and supple. I highly suggest trying it and guarantee you will be going back for the big size!! I did!! http://www.beechersbotanicals.com/#!our-products/kmt72/!/OUR-CURRENT-3-FAVORITES/c/16684685/offset=0&sort=nameAsc
Amy Jo Dempsey
I have heard alot about Argon Oil, so awesome for you this product worked. Now, I have Eczema, since 6 mos. of age, if I watch what I eat and where I go, I can manage the Eczema myself, but the dreadful dry skin is horrid. I can not shower, jump out, and get dressed. I would crack apart in a sluff of crispy skin on the floor. My skin, I was told byan allergy Dr. at a University Hospital in Seattle that my skin is 1/3 as thick as a normal person. Great, I was a teen and now my skin wasn’t normal. I am so dry, I have resorted to Vaseline, multiple times a day layers of Vaseline. I am pretty, but now Im wrinkling. Im so dry and itchy oh my God I’m itchy. If I don’t shower and remove the dead skin, I chafe (spelling) which hurts. I want to try this Argon oil , but it looks like I’ll spend a fortune. Someone please help!!! I’m very frustrated Coconut oil made me rashy, altho felt greasy to touch, but did not go deep as vaseline. My hair is fine, thin, & curly. My pony tail is big around as a finger and my dry scalp prevents me from even wearing certain colors and barely grows.. Help! Help! If I could peel off my skin and my hair and start fresh, that would be amazing, but I can’t, do you think someone with that company might be able to help me?
Andrea
Put down the Vaseline. Please Google and read about vaseline – it is made from crude oil and has no nutritional value for the skin. It only gives a ‘nice’ feeling and will replace your skins own ability to produce oil (sebum). Don’t use shower gel etc. Only wash with soap once/week and preferably oil in your skin before. Olive or sesam or coconut oil is great for that. Moisturise with avocado or and argan oil, try shea butter. There are a lot of oilstuff out there. Always use organic, cold pressed oils! If you have any inflammatory skin problems or eczema try to cut out or replace dairy with plant based foods.
Every email or question is welcome. I want to help you to get better skin. I am a organic holistic skincare therapist and have made my own skincare for over 12 years. Please visit http://www.andres.se (swedish) or email me your questions [email protected]
nachely
hi try to find rattlesnake oil but make sure is pure you need to shower first then put it on all over body and scalp the bad thing about this is the smell i do it every night and put an old big shirt I have I’m already use to the smell then in the morning I shower again and put a healing ointment that they sell at Walmart is call equate advance healing ointment is the same as the Aquaphor ointment but shipper o and I use only dove for sensitive skin soap try it to see how it works for you cause it has help me a lot
Brooke
This company isn’t going to be able to help you, nor will random internet commenters telling you to use this or that oil, or to try a certain special diet. I have mild eczema, so I really can’t imagine how you feel…although I’m sure it’s pretty bad because even a mild flare can make me miserable. One thing that really helps with the itching is Benadryl. According to some of the literature I’ve read, it’s because the sedating effect can make you scratch less, which in turn makes you itch less.
A good resource is the National Eczema Foundation. Their website has information on eczema, plus they have a list of products with their seal of approval. One thing I’ve noticed is that I have to avoid anything that isn’t fragrance free (but that’s partly migraine related).
The comments about Vaseline not having “nutritional value” for your skin and that it prevents sebum production is ridiculous. I’m not crazy about the fact that it’s a petroleum by-product, but sometimes it’s just what works. It works as an occlusive, which means it traps whatever is under it against your skin, so what really works it to cleanse your skin, apply moisturizer, and then put Vaseline over that. It works best overnight. I actually use Aquaphor (or a generic of it) instead, because it has some other moisturizing ingredients and isn’t quite as heavy. (There’s a reason people jokingly call it “The Slug Life” or “slugging.”)
The best product I have for eczema is prescription steroid cream. I don’t use it really often because long term, heavy use can lead to skin thinning, but if you’re using it as directed, that shouldn’t be an issue.
I noticed you mentioned an allergist in your comment, but not a dermatologist? If you aren’t seeing a dermatologist now, you should really find one if at all possible. A lot of eczema issues can be self-managed, but if it’s bad enough, you’re going to need a doctor who takes it seriously and really works on helping you.
Good luck. I know how hard it is to feel dry and itchy all the time.
Dale
The best thing you can do for your skin is not actually something you put on your skin, but something you put in your body. Eating things that are full of nutrition will heal your skin inside out. Back when i was someone who ate healthy my skin was beautiful. As i got older i let myself go and stopped eating as healthy and have gotten skin that’s not as healthy. Your bodies oils are the best that’s why you shouldn’t use shampoo everytime you shower as well, because a lot of shampoos strip you hair of the natural oils it uses to moisturize.
Annie
Dale- absolutely! This is spot on. My bff is a personal trainer, she can always tell how clean someone is eating by how well they progress and how their skin looks. I have a horrible case of candida or something on my face. The derm doesn’t tell me exactly what’s wrong just has me using harsh dandruff shampoo and some prescription gel. Well, its been going on for 2 years! I’ve tried apple cider vinegar and several other options, nothing seems to cure it. i am slowly working on cleaning up my diet though it isn’t too horrible right now but I eat crap on my “cheat days” so I can improve that’s for sure. From what I’ve read I can pretty much eat organic veggies and not much else, don’t know if I can do that, very frustrating!
S
Annie, sorry to hear what you are dealing with, as I’m going through somewhat of a similar situation. Have you heard of Diatomaceous Earth? Please google when you get a chance. Today, I started my detox with the FOOD grade version. My “cheat days” have gotten a bit out of control lately and not only is my body feeling it internally, but my face is showing it big time. Check it out as I think it might be something that could help you. Also, Wellness Mama offers some great info on it too. Good luck!
michele
I am happy with coconut oil as a 62 year old. I am wondering how unbiased your promotion of your friend’s argan oil product is versus coconut oil.
unn
She doesn’t state that coconut oil is a completely useless product, she explains how it works for some but also how it may not work so well if you have a tendency for clogged pores. Argan oil is just a different option.
Yep
Exactly – the minute she brought up the company, I knew precisely where this article was going and why.
I hate people who do this. There was absolutely no reason to mention the company at all if this article was simply about argan oil. She can dress it up and sugar-coat it all she likes – it’s still advertising disguised as advice, and it lacks integrity.
Beth
Your comments are quite harsh and uncalled for, “Yep”. (It’s always quite telling when people make up a fake name…)
You hate people who do this? You don’t even know me. Here’s how this actually works: I am a blogger who frequently gets asked to try out products. 95% of the time, I turn them down. I accept opportunities that I think I’ll *genuinely* love. IF I genuinely love something, and agree to write about it on my site, and share my experience with my readers because I think they might love it too… then the company pays me a fee because they are getting exposure to a new audience that is likely to enjoy their products too. It’s a win-win for everyone involved, in my opinion.
Of course I clearly disclose that it’s a sponsored post, but my loyal readers know that I have integrity, and don’t lie about a product just to make a quick buck.
I gladly accept these limited opportunities for income as it helps to support my family and pay our bills. This blog is my own small from-home business that lets me earn money + do what I love. (Write, share the natural lifestyle love with lots of people.)
I only work with companies that fit the ethos of Red & Honey. Usually small family-run businesses with ethical practices, and always toxin-free products that I love. I consider this a service to my readers, who may not have the resources to go trying out every natural skincare company out there.
If I receive a product and don’t love it enough to genuinely rave about it in an article, I don’t write about it.
If you want to question my integrity without even knowing me (do you even follow my blog?) then so be it. But I don’t appreciate your judgmental harshness here. It’s rude to speak that way about someone you don’t even know.
Marty Dial
Where can I get it?
Sara
I have already read on other sites that coconut oil is comedogenic so I prefer to not use it all over my face cuz i am prone to acne-oily face ,, I use it only under the eye area at night and for hair as well it it veryy good . but argan oil is the best ??
Karen
I am currently using coconut for everything!
I am reading this article and the product sounds great and all but where is the proof? Why don’t you show the different results? Sounds like you get free stuff to advertise
for the brand.
Mel
This all sounds amazing but all of your links are broken.
MaryLu
The only way to know if it does work. Is testing the product on myself. I’ll do it and later I ‘ll tell my experience ?
Lucy
ahhhhhhARGAN OIL?????
May I suggest Josie Maran on QVC
Life size bottle , pure and for the size , economical . Miraculous stuff . Wrinkle remover , moisturizer , hair conditioner .1 drop rubbed in palms and applied to scalp after shampoo will do it .