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
€6.87
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€5.77
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Description
Avocado Oil (Persea gratissima) has a remarkable concentration of carotenoids, phytosterols, fat-soluble vitamins, and fatty acids. It is highly nourishing with a dense texture, recommended primarily for dry, mature, fragile, or devitalized skin. It deeply nourishes and maintains skin elasticity, contributing to a plumper and more supple appearance of the complexion.
It is obtained through mechanical processes from the lipid-rich pulp of the avocado fruit, not from the seed. The texture is richer and more viscous than most face oils, and its absorption is slower, but it leaves a longer-lasting feeling of care. It works excellently as an ingredient in formulations, where it can be diluted with lighter oils to balance its texture. It is a good choice in hair care for dry, color-treated, or structurally damaged hair.
Characteristics
- eco Culture: Conventional, obtained through mechanical processes from the fruit pulp
- water_do Appearance: Yellowish-green liquid, medium viscosity, characteristic raw scent, can be slightly cloudy
- verified_user Quality: Cosmetic grade, unrefined, pure
Ingredients: Persea Gratissima Oil
100% natural, free of preservatives, free of additives.
Main Properties
- checkDeeply nourishing: the richness in unsaturated fatty acids and fat-soluble vitamins ensures deep nutrition.
- checkRegenerating: the phytosterols and carotenoids in its composition support a healthier and smoother appearance for skin with uneven texture or signs of fatigue.
- checkAntioxidant: the vitamin E and carotenoid content contributes to protection against oxidative stress and to maintaining the skin's youthful appearance.
- checkEmollient for scalp and hair: nourishes the dry scalp and contributes to smoothing the hair cuticle, granting a smoother and healthier appearance.
- checkAnti-stretch marks: its capacity to penetrate deeper layers of the epidermis and its nutritional richness recommend it for products intended to prevent or fade stretch marks.
Usage & Synergies
Face care
Avocado Oil is the ideal ingredient for dry, mature, or tired and devitalized skin. It is not recommended as a single oil on oily or acne-prone skin, as its richer texture and high viscosity can be unfavorable. On dry or mature skin, it can be used pure in the evening, or diluted with lighter oils for daytime use.
Practical recommendations
- Nourishing night oil: Apply 3-5 drops onto clean skin in the evening, massaging gently. It is particularly suitable during cold seasons, when the skin requires more intense nutrition.
- Ingredient in nourishing creams: Incorporate at 10-20% into creams or serums intended for dry or mature skin.
- Nourishing mask: Apply pure or in combination with other oils or butters onto the face, leave on for 20-30 minutes, then wipe off the excess with a tissue. The skin remains supple and nourished.
Synergies in face care
For a nourishing anti-aging serum, the synergy with Rosa Mosqueta Oil, Acmella In-Tense, and Argan Oil is a good choice. On mature skin in need of tone and nourishment, the association with Borago Oil, Sea Buckthorn Oil, and Bakuchiol offers a broad spectrum of care. As an ingredient in creams for dry sensitive skin, combining it with Bisabolol, Carrot CO2 Extract, and Ceramides completes the protection of the skin barrier.
Body care
At the body level, Avocado oil excels in anti-stretch mark formulas, nourishing body creams, and massage oils for dry skin. Its nutritional richness makes it an optimal choice for products targeting areas with thicker skin or those prone to chronic dehydration (elbows, knees, soles).
Practical recommendations
- Nourishing body oil: Apply onto damp skin after showering, focusing on dry areas. Its slower absorption compared to lighter oils leaves a long-lasting sensation of nourishment.
- Ingredient in anti-stretch mark cream: Incorporate at 10–20% into formulas intended to prevent or fade stretch marks, alongside regenerating actives.
- Intense nourishing massage: Use diluted in a 1:1 ratio with light oils for a massage oil that nourishes the skin without making it excessively greasy.
Synergies in body care
For a complete anti-stretch mark formula, it combines well with Rosa Mosqueta Oil, Wheat Germ Oil, or Rosehip CO2 Extract. As an ingredient in nourishing creams for dry and mature skin, the association with Monoi Oil and Bisabolol offers both nutrition and a soothing effect. As a body massage base, combining it with Isoamyl Laurate, Caprilis, or Dicaprylyl Carbonate balances the texture.
Hair care
On hair, Avocado oil is a nourishing treatment for dry, chemically damaged hair, or a dry scalp. Due to its rich texture, it is recommended to dilute it with lighter oils or to use it as a rinse-off treatment, not as a leave-in serum, as it will weigh down the strands.
Practical recommendations
- Pre-wash treatment: Apply pure or combined with other oils onto the lengths and scalp, leave on for 30-60 minutes under a warm towel, then shampoo well.
- Ingredient in hair mask: Incorporate at 10-20% into masks for dry or chemically damaged hair.
Synergies in hair care
For a nourishing hair mask, combining it with Broccoli Seed Oil, Babassu Oil, and Amla Oil completes nutrition at both a surface and structural level. As a dry scalp treatment, the association with Ricin Oil and Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil provides a balanced nutritional spectrum.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why can the oil be cloudy sometimes?
Occasional turbidity is a natural phenomenon of unrefined oil, caused by fine pulp particles or temperature variations. It does not affect the quality or properties of the product.
Is it suitable for oily skin?
It is not the first choice for oily or acne-prone skin. Its high viscosity and rich oleic acid content can create discomfort on skin that already produces a lot of sebum. On combination skin, it can be used occasionally in low concentrations or only on drier areas.
Does it smell like guacamole?
It does not have a scent identical to the freshly prepared fruit. It is much more subtle, slightly vegetable with raw-green notes.
Bibliography and resources
- Nair, V., et al. (2013). Extraction of avocado oil and its application in cosmetics. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research.
- Dreher, M.L. & Davenport, A.J. (2013). Hass avocado composition and potential health effects. Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition.
- Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR). Safety Assessment of Persea Gratissima-Derived Ingredients as Used in Cosmetics.
- CosIng Database. Regulatory status of Persea Gratissima Oil. European Commission.
Safety in use
Cosmetic product for external use only. Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes.
Storage, preservation
Keep the bottle tightly closed, in a cool place, away from direct light.
Details
Code
D-1669
Categories
Status
Natural compliant
Suitable for
cosmetics, hair care, soaps
Key benefits
emollient, nourishing, protector, regenerating
Specific indications
stretch marks
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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Personally I would stay to smell it all the time, I intend to make a soap with avocado puree too not just this oil.
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.
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.
I have been using the oil for a while in soaps. will try it in other formulations not just soaps.
This avocado oil gives the skin a good moisturizing, velvety and gives a special shine to the skin and hair.
When I say avocado oil I mean everything because I use it everywhere,skin,hair,shampoo,creams,soaps,good quality and good price.
A wonderful oil for all my products hair conditioner,hand creams ,feet ,shampoos. I also recommend on price.
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.
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.
Avocado oil is only good for skin and hair, I use it especially in my daily hair oil for my ends!
Avocado oil is beneficial for skin, hair, nails. It can also be used in cold soaps.
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