Formula: 4165 Difficulty level: beginner Shelf life: min 6 months pH optimal: - Phase Ingredients Total 30 ml A Avocado oil 10 ml A Coco-Silicone 10 ml A Hemp seed oil 8 ml A Broccoli oil 1 ml A...
Avocado oil
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Description
Avocado Oil, extracted by pressing the fruit pulp of Persea Gratissima, is a dense oil, rich in chlorophyll, vitamins, and fatty acids. Unlike other oils, it has a unique ability to cross the upper layers of the epidermis, transporting nutrients directly into the dermis. Its emerald-green color attests to its purity and richness in bioactive compounds.
Dubbed "skin food," Avocado oil is rich in Vitamin D, lecithin, and phytosterols, essential for the skin barrier. Being extremely emollient and biocompatible with human sebum, it is the ideal solution for restructuring dry, mature, or devitalized skin. Its dense texture provides deep hydration and long-lasting nutrition.
Characteristics
- eco Cultivation: Conventional / Wild (Mexico/South Africa)
- water_do Appearance: Viscous liquid, dark green color (unrefined) or pale yellow (filtered), characteristic herbal/fruity scent
- verified_userCosmetic grade, cold-pressed from pulp, 100% natural
Ingredients: Persea Gratissima Oil
100% of the total ingredients are of natural origin. Solvent-free, additive-free.
Main Properties
- checkDeep penetration: Reaches the deep layers of the skin, providing intense and long-lasting hydration.
- checkStimulates collagen: Increases the production of soluble collagen in the dermis, improving elasticity and firmness.
- checkHealing and repairing: Excellent for healing small lesions, sunburns, and cracked skin.
- checkNutritive: Rich supply of Vitamins A, B, D, and E, essential for cellular health.
- checkProtective: Forms a barrier against wind and cold, being ideal in the cold season.
editor_choice Usage Recommendations and Synergies
Face Care
Avocado oil is the "king" of eye contour care and care for mature, very dry, or flaking skin. Due to its rich texture, it is especially recommended in the evening routine or as an ingredient in nourishing masks. It is not the first choice for oily or acne-prone skin due to its medium comedogenic potential.
Practical recommendations
- Intensive eye serum: Apply a tiny drop on your finger and tap the area of dark circles and "crow's feet" wrinkles. Vitamin E and phytosterols will nourish the fine skin.
- Mask for dry skin: Mix a teaspoon of Avocado oil with half a teaspoon of honey. Apply to the face for 15 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water.
- Eye makeup remover: Effectively dissolves waterproof mascara while nourishing the eyelashes.
Synergies in face care
For eye area care, it combines excellently with Coffee Oil. For mature skin, it works synergistically with Evening Primrose Oil and Borage Oil. For an anti-wrinkle effect, add Coenzyme Q10 or additional Vitamin E.
Hair Care
It is one of the few oils that can penetrate the hair cuticle (just like coconut oil), hydrating the cortex from the inside. It is ideal for damaged, dyed, dry, or brittle hair, providing weight and discipline to unruly hair.
Practical recommendations
- Pre-wash treatment: Slightly warm the oil and apply it to the length of the hair. Cover with a shower cap and a warm towel for 1-2 hours. Shampoo twice.
- Leave-in conditioner for ends: A very small amount applied to the ends prevents splitting and protects against the heat of the hairdryer.
- Dry scalp stimulation: Massage the scalp to eliminate dry flakes and stimulate circulation, promoting hair growth.
Synergies in hair care
For an ultra-nourishing mask, combine with Shea Butter and Castor Oil. For shine and smoothing, associate with Coco-Silicone (Coco-Caprylate). For scent and therapeutic effect, add Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil.
Body Care
Avocado is a top elasticizer, being essential in preventing stretch marks and in treating areas with thickened skin (hyperkeratosis) such as elbows, knees, and heels. Its unctuous texture makes it ideal for prolonged massage.
Practical recommendations
- Cream for cracked hands: Massage hands with avocado oil before bed and wear cotton gloves overnight for intensive repair.
- Stretch mark prevention: Use daily on the abdomen, hips, and breasts. Improves the elasticity of skin subjected to tension.
- Heel balm: Mix with melted cocoa butter for a repairing solid balm for the soles.
Synergies in body care
For a rich body butter, it combines perfectly with Cocoa Butter and Mango Butter. For irritated skin, associate with Calendula Oil and Lavender Essential Oil.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Why is the oil green and cloudy?
- Virgin cold-pressed avocado oil retains chlorophyll and natural waxes from the fruit pulp. At low temperatures, these can settle or partially solidify, giving a cloudy appearance.
- Is it comedogenic?
- It has a medium comedogenicity rating. For people with oily or acne-prone skin, it may be too heavy and can block pores if used pure.
- Does it smell like guacamole?
- It has a distinct, earthy, herbal, and slightly nutty scent, but not identical to that of freshly prepared fruit. The scent is much more discreet than in other unrefined oils, but present.
- Can I use it if I have a latex allergy?
- People allergic to latex may experience a cross-reaction to avocado. Maximum caution and consultation with a doctor or avoiding the product is recommended.
- Does it absorb into the skin quickly?
- Although it is a viscous and greasy oil, its molecular structure allows for surprisingly good penetration, but it leaves a fine protective film.
Technical data, quality
The quality of the oil is given by the extraction from the fruit pulp (similar to olive oil) and not from the seed. The unsaponifiable fraction is very valuable in cosmetics.
The main active compounds are:
- Oleic Acid (Omega-9): Approx. 55-75%. Ensures penetrability and hydration.
- Palmitic Acid: Approx. 10-25%. Provides protection to the lipid barrier.
- Palmitoleic Acid: A rare fatty acid with antimicrobial and regenerative properties.
- Phytosterols (Beta-sitosterol): Reduce inflammation and redness, having a soothing effect.
- Vitamins (A, D, E): Avocado is one of the few significant plant sources of vitamin D, essential for skin immunity.
- Chlorophyll: Natural antioxidant.
Warnings, Safety Data
General precautions
- Cosmetic product for external use. Do not ingest.
- Attention in the case of people with a known allergy to latex (risk of cross-reaction).
- Perform a skin test before use.
Safety in use
It is a gentle oil, suitable even for the sensitive skin of children (for atopic dermatitis, dry skin), provided allergies are excluded. It is non-irritating and can be applied to external mucous membranes.
Storage, preservation
- It has good oxidative stability due to its low polyunsaturated acid content.
- A sediment may form at the bottom of the bottle or it may solidify slightly in the cold; this is natural.
- Store in a dry place, away from light.
Sources
Bibliography and official scientific sources:
- Stücker, M. et al. "Vitamin B(12) cream containing avocado oil in the therapy of plaque psoriasis." Dermatology, 2001.
- De Oliveira, A.P. et al. "Effect of semi-solid formulation of Persea gratissima oil on wound healing in rats." Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2013.
- Werman, M.J. et al. "The effect of various avocado oils on skin collagen metabolism." Connective Tissue Research, 1991.
- Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) - Safety Assessment of Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil.
- Woolf, A. et al. "Avocado Oil." In Gourmet and Health-Promoting Specialty Oils, AOCS Press.
Why we love it
Avocado Oil is like a "warm blanket" for the skin on cold winter days. We love it for its rich, honest consistency, which immediately tells us that the skin is deeply nourished. It is the secret ingredient for that enviable elasticity and for the healthy glow of well-cared-for skin. The fact that it is pressed from the pulp, capturing the essence of the fruit and the color of the emerald, makes it a luxury product in its simplicity.
Details
Code
D-1669
Categories
INCI
Persea Gratissima Oil
Status
Natural compliant
Natural index
ISO 16128 - Natural 1.0
Additives
no
Preservatives
no preservatives
Method of production
pressed unrefined
Plant part
fruit pulp
Processing
no ethoxylation, no irradiation, no ionization, no sulfonation, no hydrogenation
Suitable for
cosmetics, soaps
Key benefits
emollient, nourishing, protector, regenerating
Texture
medium
Skin care
Face creams, Facial Oils, Serums, Treatments
Skin type
Dry, Normal, Sensitive
Body care
Body butters, Body oils, Conditioners, Creams Emulsions, Hand creams, Massage oils, Nail oils/creams, Ointments
Hair care
Hair conditioners, Hair serums, Treatments
Hair type
Damaged, Dry, Dyed
Kids
Conditioners, Creams
Use level
1 - 100 %
Storage
in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight
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Semenescu I.
05 Mar 2025
Very beneficial for hair care serums! And I also use it in a makeup cleanser, and it's great, because it doesn't irritate the eye area, and provides extra care.
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Claudiu B.
10 Dec 2024
It's one of the oils that's not missing from hair care products. I know it's good for the skin, too, but I use it less often.
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Claudia g.
10 Dec 2024
Happy with this product but also the cat colored container it comes in. Specific color and smell, no residue from the oil pressing process. I use it mainly for CP but also lip balm. I recommend.
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Carciumaru C.
10 Dec 2024
Avocado oil is effective for dry skin and hair care. Obtained from the flesh of the fruit it is a very nourishing and nourishing product.
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Denisa G.
10 Oct 2024
I have used this oil both for restoring damaged hair and for dry atopic prone skin. The results have been unexpectedly beneficial. I highly recommend!
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Raluca C.
10 Oct 2024
Personally I would stay to smell it all the time, I intend to make a soap with avocado puree too not just this oil.
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Alexandra I.
10 Oct 2024
I have used this oil in the past in cold process soap making but also in creams. It is really pure with a specific odor.
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Oana M.
22 May 2024
In a small amount because it has a strong scent, along with shea butter and keratin, applied once a week and leaves my hair soft and moisturized.
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Raluca C.
22 May 2024
I have been using the oil for a while in soaps. will try it in other formulations not just soaps.
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Marius P.
22 May 2024
This avocado oil gives the skin a good moisturizing, velvety and gives a special shine to the skin and hair.
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Rodica B.
22 May 2024
When I say avocado oil I mean everything because I use it everywhere,skin,hair,shampoo,creams,soaps,good quality and good price.
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Miki M.
22 May 2024
A wonderful oil for all my products hair conditioner,hand creams ,feet ,shampoos. I also recommend on price.
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Ioana V.
22 May 2024
For me and my dry hair it's the perfect choice in products like cream shampoo, because it's priced ok and does its job very well. I have dry and frizzy hair and avocado oil moisturizes it really well.
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Cristina B.
22 May 2024
It has a very good compatibility with the skin!
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Semenescu I.
22 May 2024
I use it a lot, both for skin products that I want more moisturizing and in hair products. Although it is more vasco, it doesn't clog or bother to the touch.
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Bianca I.
22 May 2024
Works wonders for my hair (bleached, blond). Highly recommend
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Anisoara M.
22 May 2024
Avocado oil is only good for skin and hair, I use it especially in my daily hair oil for my ends!
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Anisoara M.
05 Jan 2024
Avocado oil is beneficial for skin, hair, nails. It can also be used in cold soaps.
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Ionela S.
05 Oct 2023
I use it for sensitive skin and wrinkles in the eye area.It absorbs quickly into the skin and gives the complexion a moisturized and velvety feeling
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Irina U.
05 Oct 2023
I have used it in soaps as well as in creams and massage oils. It has never disappointed, it is excellent!