The last of the Omayyads made Cordoba, Spain his official sovereign domain where he planted his favorite treat: a golden, velvety plum, the apricot. This was the crown jewel of Andalusia and its abundant groves. The Luxurious Hand Balm is soft and full, like a perfectly plump apricot. The tender, golden fruit unfolds on a bed of milky, bitter-sweet almonds. It is comforting, like a childhood memory and delicious yet simple, like the Ottoman fruit. Shea butter nourishes and revitalizes the skin, while organic argan oil fortifies the nails and cuticles and apricot kernel oil softens the skin. This balm repairs dry, rough hands, leaving them soft and supple, with a pleasant matte finish. Its Formula Apricot Kernel Oil is concentrated in vitamin E and unsaturated fatty acids. it is an excellent emollient with a dry, non-oily feel that is ideally suited for delicate, dry or dehydrated skin. It is renowned for its non-irritant, non-allergic qualities. Argan Oil (virgin, organic) is highly recommended for fortifying brittle nails. Rich in vitamin E, fatty acids and sterols, it nourishes dry, sensitive skin. Shea Butter moisturizes, nourishes, repairs and revitalizes the skin. Its Fragrance Evokes the freshness of plump apricots wrapped in the almond-like creaminess of Tonka Bean.