Why Argan oil? In the situation when we all strive for a healthier lifestyle, but are bombarded with conflicting information that can often be overwhelming, one more “thing” that you hato learn about? Also, trying to decide what you can do to keep the outside of your body just as healthy as the inside can add even more confusion. It does not have to be difficult though. The healthy nourishment of your body is critical and the simple addition of a little known oil to your regular routine can help you nourish your body as well as your skin.

The Story of Argan Oil

The Argan tree, found in the country of Morocco, is the primary source of Argan oil, which is extracted from kernels found on the tree. Once found in abundance, the trees are now listed as endangered and a large tract of land in Morocco is now protected to allow the growth of the trees. Because of this, it remains one of the rarest oils in the world. Once harvested, the kernels can be fully roasted, providing oil for edible purposes, or partially roasted for easy removal of the kernels, providing oil for cosmetic companies.

The Health Benefits of Argan Oil

It can be easily added to your diet. Served by itself the oil makes the perfect dipping sauce for your bread or crudités. Argan oil can also be used as a supplement to cook with or serve over a salad. The roasting brings out a nutty flavor in the oil making it a delicious addition to your diet.

Adding this oil to your diet has also been proven to:

Lower cholesterol
Improve heart health
Reduce insulin resistance, making it ideal for diabetics
Prevent prostate cancer in men
Protects against coronary heart disease

The Beauty Benefits of Moroccan Argan Oil

While there are many claims that different oils can reduce wrinkles, research has proven this Mother Nature miracle to be one of the most effective. This oil reduces fine lines and tightens skin, particularly in the facial area, while it also moisturizes and hydrates the skin. This process makes your skin look tighter and more youthful. This essential oil is also effective in reducing stretch marks on the body. Argan oil is also effective in:

Stimulating the nail bed for maximum nail growth
Invigorating the scalp to strengthen hair and make it shiny and healthy
Protecting the skin from daily allergens
Clearing psoriasis and acne from skin
Helping to reduce oily skin
Defending your skin from UV damage

212 Carolina Herrera is one of the product lines of Carolina Herrera, a luxury brand that emerged in 1980. It started with a clothing line then expanded to bridal gowns, eye wears, handbags and fragrances. The fragrances were launched 11 years after the company was established.

This particular Carolina Herrera product line was created in 1997 with an inspiration of the aura of the city that never sleeps-New York City. It targets the market of the young men and women populace who want to embrace cosmopolitan luxury.

212 Carolina Herrera has various perfumes made for her and for him. Here are the product descriptions for each:

212 Women

Launched in 1997, it was the first 212 perfume made for women. It was created in collaboration with the perfumer Alberto Morillas. The opening notes for this scent include mandarin orange, bergamot and orange blossom. The middle notes are composed of lily, gardenia, and camellia, while the undertones are the usual sandalwood and light musk.

This perfume has a scent that is appropriate to wear on daily basis.

212 Men

A woody class perfume fused with a light floral scent that creates a sophisticated urban fragrance for men. It has top notes of fresh green with citrus leaves, spice leaves and cut grass. The heart notes include gardenia petals, spicy florals, ginger and green pepper. The base notes include, of course, the white and woody musk, sandalwood and incense.

The scent was recommended for day time use especially during spring season.

212 H20 Men

Carolina Herrera 212 H2O for men was launched in 2003 in a uniquely wine shaped bottle. It has base notes of sandalwood and musk, middle notes of nutmeg, gardenia and red currant and top notes of grapefruit, mandarin orange, juniper and cassia.

212 H20 Women

Also launched in 2003, the Carolina 212 H2O for women comes in a fresh citrus scent. The base notes still have the usual musk and sandalwood, and the middle notes are ginger and gardenia. The opening notes include bergamot, grapefruit and mandarin orange.

The 212 H2O for men and women are limited version perfumes by Carolina Herrera.

212 Sexy Women

This is a seductive scent for women launched in 2005 by Alberto Morillas. The base notes contain the sultry caramel, vanilla, musk, and sandalwood, combined with the light flowery middle notes of gardenia and geranium. It has top notes of pink pepper and bergamot.

212 Sexy Men

It contains the same base notes as the 212 Sexy Women, but the middle notes include vanilla and guaiac wood while the top notes include mandarin orange and bergamot. It is yet another oriental fougere-inspired scent by Alberto Morilla and Rosendo Mateu in 2006.

212 on Ice

Carolina Herrera 212 on Ice is a limited edition scent released only every summer of the year. Since the launch in 2003, they have released 212 on Ice for men and women in 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2009.

This scent has the primary fragrances of mint, citrus and green leaves which give a cooling effect, specially made to sooth your summer.

212 VIP for Women

The 212 VIP aims to make a statement of “are you on the list” and “this is a private party” not only on their packaging, but also for the effect they want to convey. Launched in 2010, it envelops the exclusive night life of New York’s elite. It contains the distinctive notes of rum and passion fruit for its top notes with the middle notes of musk and gardenia and base notes of Tonka bean and vanilla.

212 VIP for Men

212 VIP for Men was launched after the 212 VIP for Women was released. It was created by Emilie Copperman, containing the prominent smell of gin and vodka with a twist of mint, passion fruit, ginger, black pepper, lime caviar, leather, wood, amber and spices.

These are some of the 212 Carolina Herrera fragrances, which mostly come in exclusive editions. With these wide selections, you can surely pick which scent suits your royal taste.