Moroccan beauty

Moroccan beauty is recognized throughout the world, because it is anchored in the country's culture. Indeed, Morocco is a country rich in traditions. This is also the case for its beauty products, designed with local ingredients and applied for millennia to the skin or hair! So, in this article, we are going to discover the secrets of Moroccan beauty and how you can integrate these local ingredients into your daily beauty routine.

You should know that, for thousands of years, Moroccan women have paid particular attention to their beauty and well-being.

It's a habit that has always been ingrained in them, and the rituals haven't aged a bit!

Indeed, nature continues to have a central place in their cosmetic routine.

Also, to take care of themselves, Moroccan women mainly apply ingredients from their own land: Aker fassi, Nila, argan, rhassoul, nigella, etc.

In this article, this is precisely what interests us. Focus on their local ingredients!

Moroccan beauty: the secrets of the land

Without further ado, discover the beauty riches that come from the lands of Morocco.

Argan oil: yellow gold

Argan oil is probably the most well-known Moroccan beauty ingredient.

Also called “yellow gold of Morocco”, the latter is extracted from argan nuts, a tree which grows mainly in the southwest of Morocco (the Agadir region).

You should know that Berber women use this oil to take care of their:

• skin ;
• hair ;
• nails.
• Face

Its benefits

First of all, it is an excellent restorative oil for the skin.

In fact, argan oil is rich in essential fatty acids and vitamin E, which help prevent signs of aging, such as wrinkles and age spots.

It is also beneficial for dry and irritated skin, as it can reduce inflammation and/or itching and soothe the skin.

Additionally, this oil is rich in unsaturated fatty acids and antioxidants, all of which are beneficial for skin and hair.

Moreover, several scientific studies have demonstrated the benefits of argan oil, in particular its anti-inflammatory and healing properties.

For example, this study showed that argan oil could help reduce dry skin in postmenopausal women and reduce inflammation in dermatitis.

It has also been proven that applying this oil to hair improves its elasticity and shine.

This scientific evidence therefore reinforces the traditional use of argan oil in Moroccan beauty treatments.

Argan oil has become essential for having young and luminous skin.

Use

For proper use of argan oil on your face:

1. Clean your skin with a gentle cleanser.
2. Apply a small amount of oil to your skin, still slightly damp with a hydrosol .
3. Gently massage your face, with circular movements, for a few minutes, until the oil is absorbed.

Note that it is also applied to the whole body, because it has healing properties, particularly for stretch marks and improves the elasticity of the skin.

So, for using the oil on your body :

1. Pour a small amount into your hands, then massage into your skin.
2. Focus on dry or rough areas (knees, elbows).

And if you want to enjoy a moment of relaxation and treatment, pour a few drops into your bath. You will have softer skin!

Finally, argan oil works miracles on dry and/or damaged hair. It will both prevent split ends, but also give shine to the hair.

So, on your hair:

1. Apply a small amount of oil to the scalp and lengths.
2. Gently massage the scalp.
3. Proceed with the usual washing (2 shampoos will be necessary to properly remove the oil).

It is also possible to apply 2/3 drops of argan oil to the lengths and ends to protect them from daily aggressions (friction, wind, sun, sea water, cold, etc.).

Aker Fassi: poppy powder or Moroccan lipstick

Originating from the beauty rituals and refinement of Berber women, Poppy Powder or Aker Fassi is a 100% natural treatment with pigments from sun-dried poppies and pomegranate bark.

This shadow is naturally resistant, these pigments are long-lasting, it protects the lips from drying out.

Properties

• Poppy petals are rich in active ingredients, notably mucilages and anthocyanins which give it moisturizing, softening and anti-wrinkle properties.

• It contains flavonoids, which give it antioxidant properties and prevent the breakdown of elastin and hyaluronic acid naturally present in the skin.

• The tannins it contains have an astringent effect and are also antioxidants.

• It also contains alkaloids, especially rhoeadine, which has calming and soothing properties.

Recommendations

In lipstick, in blush. For all lip types, to protect lips from drying out, for 100% natural makeup, for long-lasting makeup, for sober makeup.

Aker fassi is also a hair coloring treatment, used for centuries. In hair care mixed with henna , it gives more reflections to the hair and makes it softer.

Poppy Powder can be used as a natural coloring for all cosmetic preparations, soaps, creams, milks, lipstick, etc.

Usage tips

It is simply applied using a fine brush. Wet the brush and then apply the color to your lips and cheeks. Aker Fassi is a very striking dye, it is recommended to use it in very small quantities.

To give a glossy effect to your lips, you can apply lip gloss .

Rhassoul: Moroccan clay

THE Rhassoul , also called “Ghassoul” or “Moroccan clay”, is a volcanic rock from Morocco, more precisely from the Middle Atlas region.

For centuries, it has been highly prized for its cleansing, purifying and softening properties for skin and hair.

Rhassoul is a must in the Moroccan woman's skincare routine, especially during her time at the traditional hammam.

Its benefits

Often used in natural beauty treatments, Rhassoul is gradually gaining popularity around the world.

Rhassoul clay is rich in minerals such as:

• silicon;
• calcium;
• potassium;
• iron.

Please note that these components are all essential to maintain a skin and healthy hair.

Thus, thanks to its unique composition, Rhassoul is able to absorb impurities and excess sebum from the skin and hair, without drying or irritating the skin.

Use

For optimal use of Rhassoul:

1. Mix it with a floral water of your choice (preferably orange or Damascus rose), until you obtain a paste.
2. Apply this paste to the face and neck.
3. Leave on for 10 to 15 minutes.
4. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.

For best results, do not hesitate to repeat this ritual every week.

And be careful, the clay must not dry out. During the application time, moisten your mask using a water mist or floral water!

We explained it to you above, Rhassoul is also very beneficial for the hair.

In fact, Moroccan women use it to wash their hair.

As it is rich in saponins, the hair is gently cleansed, without having to apply shampoo, often composed of more aggressive/abrasive ingredients.

Want to try a shampoo? For that :

1. Mix 4 tablespoons of Rhassoul with lukewarm water until you obtain a smooth and homogeneous paste.
2. Apply to hair, paying particular attention to the scalp.
3. Leave to rest for 5 to 10 minutes (preferably in a protective cap, to keep the mixture moist).
4. Massage the scalp.
5. Rinse thoroughly with clean water until the clay is completely gone.

Damascus Rose water: the anti-aging ally

There is another Moroccan beauty that is widely used, especially on the skin: Damascus Rose Water .

Its benefits

It is obtained by distilling rose petals and this mixture has been popular for centuries for its properties:

• moisturizing;
• soothing;
• anti-aging.

Very rich in antioxidants, this floral water will neutralize free radicals, responsible for skin aging.

Use

In your daily beauty routine, Damask Rose water will be perfect as a tonic – or toner.

So, after cleansing your skin, apply Damascus Rose hydrosol, which will then neutralize limescale, while soothing and hydrating your epidermis.

Finally, it perfectly integrates some of your DIY beauty recipes.

Orange blossom water: the illuminator

Orange blossom is particularly used as a facial tonic.

Its benefits

Indeed, it has many virtues:

• soothing;
• moisturizing;
• illuminators.

It is ideal for waking up the most dull and tired skin.

This water is also perfect for calming and soothing the spirits. It is a very good natural remedy for overly agitated children.

Use

Orange blossom water applies in the same way as Damascus rose water. It is an ideal toner for dull skin but also for dry and sensitive skin.

It will also calm irritations!

Moroccan beauty: Nila Bleu powder, lightening and regenerating

Nila powder is one of the greatest Moroccan beauty secrets.

It must be said that this mineral powder has been used for centuries in traditional Moroccan treatments and among Sahrawi women.

Its benefits

It is renowned for its miraculous benefits:

• lighteners;
• purifiers;
• regenerative;
• lightening.

In addition, Nila powder is also applied to treat skin problems such as eczema, rashes or even irritations, thanks to its anti-inflammatory, soothing and lightening power in dark areas.

In short, it’s a real gem – blue – for taking care of your skin!

Moreover, we obtain the Nila Blue mask by mixing the mineral powder with water. This helps reduce brown spots, removes the pregnancy mask or even regenerates and softens the skin.

Use

To integrate our blue Nila mask into your beauty routine, you can:

1. Apply the mask in a thick layer to the cleansed face and neck, avoiding the eye and lip area.
2. Leave on for between 15 and 20 minutes (do not forget to spray the face with a rose hydrosol or Orange Blossom ).
3. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
4. Optional: finish your routine with our Young Skin Elixir !

You can also apply it to your dark areas, such as the armpits, elbows or knees, then leave the mask on for up to 30 minutes before rinsing. Finish this routine with a little argan oil .

Prickly pear seed oil

This extremely rare quality oil is extracted from the seeds of the prickly pear fruit, a plant grown mainly in the arid regions of Morocco.

To learn more about its history, take a look at This item .

Its benefits

Prickly pear seed oil is a rich source of essential fatty acids, including linoleic and oleic acids, which have a great role in maintaining smooth and plump skin.

So, it will:

• smooth;
• soften;
• protect against free radicals (vitamin E);
• reduce the appearance of dark circles and bags (vitamin K).

To summarize, it is the most powerful anti-aging treatment available!

Moreover, Moroccan beauty rituals are passed down from generation to generation and have become famous throughout the world, due to their proven effectiveness.

Use

You can therefore use prickly pear seed oil :

1. On the face: as a daily care, day and night. After cleansing your face and spraying a hydrolate , apply 1 to 2 pumps in the palm of your hand. Massage with circular movements, starting from the center outwards, from the décolleté, moving up to the neck.
2. On the eye area: Apply 1 pump to the finger, then lightly tap the eye area. Massage gently from the outside towards the crease of the eyes.

This oil can also be mixed with your usual moisturizer or another vegetable oil .

The final word

You have just discovered Moroccan beauty and all its local secrets, at Kella cosmetics through its 100% natural and particularly effective range.

No wonder they have been used for thousands of years!