Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD Argan oil comes from the fruit kernels, or seeds, of the argan tree (Argania spinosa). There are two main types of argan oil: food-grade and cosmetic-grade.

And what makes it so expensive? Argan oil is predominantly used in high-end cosmetic products and Moroccan cuisine. The oil comes from the seed of the argan tree, native only to the narrow strip ...