NEWS Archive 2002/2003
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Vogue 2003
Vogue recommends Wild Wood Groves Argan Skincare Oil in its’ ‘Christmas Present Solutions' article.

Here’s Health – September 2003
Natural Beauty

Five of the Best... Facial Oils
Nourishing Treat

Wild Wood Groves Argan Skin Care Beauty Serum is voted
"Star Buy“.

"is made from cold-pressed argan seeds, naturally rich in antioxidant vitamin E, and comes in a natural variety or with added rose oil or cactus seed oil. Our tester says: "I used this as an intensive overnight moisturizer after I’d been in the sun all day – it was brilliant. “Great value, too, so it’s our Star Buy. Call 0208 458 2738.

MOROCCO - Trade Partners UK Time for Trade
An overseas Trade publication Trade partners UK newsletter
Business Focus – Agriculture
Special edition March 2003
'Oil is the essence of life’

It’s a delicious food oil and also an excellent skin care treatment.
Versatile argan, believed to be one of the most rare oils in the world, is produced from seeds of the argan tree, which grows only in the arid semi-desert areas of Morocco.
Ruth Hajioff, founder of Wild Wood Groves, is committed to developing ethical-trading in argan oil. After studying Moroccan herbal medicine she has spent the past two years setting up a joint business venture company in Morocco with Moulay Hassan Daoui called Bab el Oued d’Argan.
‚We are constructing a production centre about 30km from Agadir. Trade Partners UK and the British Consulate in Casablanca have been very useful with general advice on how to get things done in the country’ says Ruth Hajioff
'We want to create an ethical trade production centre run on a stakeholder system’ she explains. 'We are planning to link with the Moroccan Tourist Board to organize tours of the centre as well as become involved in social development projects, such as education and onsite child care for employees children.’
Seeds from the Argan tree are harvested and turned into oil by Berber women using traditional methods. The tree has been around for about 25 million years and is an endangered species with UNESCO protection.
Ruth runs a stall at Borough market, near London Bridge on Saturdays promoting Argan and Morocco

Speciality Food – July/August 2003
Update
Argain Oil Production Centre near Completion

For the past two years Ruth Hajioff, founder of Wild Wood Groves, makers of argan food oil and skincare products, has been setting up a joint business venture company in Morocco with Moulay Hassan Daoui. "Bab el Oued d’Argan“ is currently constructing an argan oil production centre about 30km from Agadir.
The centre, which is due to be completed by the end of July will allow Berber women to make Argan oil and earn at least the minimum wage, rather than half or less of it. In addition, bay paying the workers a decent salary their lives will be improved and it is hoped that they will recognise the value of the trees and protect them (there are currently 860,000 hectacres, but this is decreasing by 20-60,000 hectacres per year).
The plan is that the centre will be open to tourists wishing to see how Argan oil is produced. Ms Hajioff also hopes that the other areas owned by the company will become a school for the women, a cafe and a health centre. She comments, "There is a 90% illiteracy rate among the country women which is why we want to organise educational programmes. We hope to complete at the end of this month or next month. If we can raise additional funding above our personal investment we will be able to employ the 20 women we have lined up (mainly widowed or divorced) as well as employ teachers for them.“
"We are planning to link with the Moroccan Tourist Board to organise tours of the centre as well as becoming involved in social development projects, such as education and onsite child care for employees’ children.“

Here’s Health – June 2003
The good oils guide
Nutrition Knowledge

Argan Oil
Traditionally eaten for breakfast in Morocco, with freshly baked bread, this is currently being hailed as an exciting alternative to truffle oil, as well as a very healing EFA-rich oil. Cultivated from a nut-like fruit, it’s rich in omgea 6 and antioxidants, and contains almost twice as much vitamin E as olive oil. Unlike any other oil, it also contains rare plant sterols, which give it anti-inflammatory properties that can help eczema, scars, stretchmarks, acne and psoriasis. It can be used as a beauty treatment – the Berber women in Morocco have used it for centuries to counteract the ravages of ageing and harsh weather, and it can restore shine to dull, lifeless hair and help condition brittle nails.
Get the Goodness This oil is ideal for drizzling on salads and its rich, nutty flavour adds depth and taste to food. You can also buy it as a skin serum and massage onto the skin or scalp overnight for deep nourishment.

30 June 2002 - The Independent on Sunday
Fancy a bit on the side?

If you're relying on piccalilli to spice up your life, leftovers and barbecues, then you're missing out on the nation's new craze.
Seriously nuts - (Argan oil is) a fashionable Moroccan nut oil. Great on couscous, fish, grilled peppers... By Wild Wood Groves.

21. October 2002 - Girl About Town

You may not have heard of it yet, but Argan Oil is going to be the next big thing as far as beauty products are concerned. The product of the Argan tree fruit from Morocco, Argan Oil has both anti-inflammatory properties and is richer in vitamin E and antioxidants than olive oil. Now, Ruth Hajioff of Wild Wood Groves is offering a range of Argan Skin Care Beauty Serums. Use as a facial treatment or night oil, apply to extra dry hair, or even smear on troubled skin as Argan Oil has been shown to help acne as well as eczema and psoriasis. (If your pregnant, it can help prevent stretch marks.) Ruth offers four individual blends of the Serum: Rose (balances the hormones); Jasmine (a sensual blend); Mimosa (to lift the spirits) and Lavender (soothes inflammation and reduces scaring). All are available mail order from Ruth who sources the oil herself, from her website.

Autumn 2002 - Wave
Tested on Humans: Body Lotions

We awarded points for being biodynamic, for recyclable bottles, no animal testing, and for being GM free, organic, wild grown and naturally harvested.
Wild Wood Groves, Argan Beauty Serum, 8 points out of 10
-perfect on 40 year old skin, the jasmine scent is better than any perfume-

September 2002 - Health and Fitness
Divine Drizzling

Bored with balsamic? Over olive oil? If you’re looking for something new to drizzle on your salads, check out Wild Wood Groves Argan Oil. Handmade from the seeds of the Moroccan tree, this healthy organic oil is traditionally eaten with freshly baked bread, but its rich nutty flavour is also perfect on salads, cheese, grilled peppers and roasted vegetables...


September 2002 - Here’s Health
Ethical Shopping

HH features editor Lisa Howells loves Wild Wood Groves Argan Oil: I discovered Fair Trade Argan Oil, which is extracted from almonds that the tree bears about a year ago. As well as being rich in essential fatty acids, it has a lovely nutty taste so I use it over salads and pasta to get my daily quota. It’s also rich in vitamin E and antioxidants so I use the skin serum overnight to nourish my skin. As it’s fairly traded local communities benefit and I would recommend it to anyone.


26. May 2002 - The Sunday Telegraph Magazine
'Well-Oiled'

Rich in vitamin E and anti-oxidants, Argan oil has hit skin care. For Wild Wood Groves Argan Beauty Serum blended with essential oils to combat wrinkles contact wildwoodgroves.com

June 2002 - Here's Health
Healthy heart action plan

You may think you need to avoid fat if you want a healthy heart, but the key is eating a diet low in saturated fats - which can lead to blocked arteries - but rich in essential fatty acids (EFAs). Vitamin E protects the heart but its found in fatty foods and as many people avoid fat, they may be missing out', says HH healing foods adviser Ian Marber. ...Argan oil, traditionally used in Morocco to help with heart disease and high cholesterol, is rich in EFAs and vitamin E, and has a delicious nutty flavour.


April 2002 - Here's Health
Ethical Shopping... buying for a better world
In the spotlight: Wild Wood Groves

Ruth Hajioff's company produces Moroccan Argan oil and skincare products containing it. 'The Argan tree now only grows in one small area of Morocco and, having enjoyed its nutritious properties in food and skincare, I wanted to help preserve it and help the Berber women, who have little chance of employment. They make the oil by crushing organically-grown Argan seeds by hand. It's a highly nourishing natural skin food, rich in antioxidant vitamin E, and can help soothe dry skin and reduce scarring from acne.' We love Cosmetic Oil.