Avocado Oil

Avocado Oil

Avocado oil is a rich and nourishing oil that is extracted from the flesh of ripe avocados. It is often used in cooking, but it also has a range of skin care benefits that make it a popular ingredient in many beauty products.

One of the primary benefits of avocado oil for skin is that it is deeply moisturizing. The oil is rich in healthy fats and antioxidants that help to nourish and hydrate the skin, leaving it feeling soft and supple. This makes it an ideal ingredient for those with dry or sensitive skin.

In addition to its moisturizing properties, avocado oil is also rich in vitamins A and E. These vitamins help to support healthy skin cell growth and repair, which can help to reduce the signs of aging, such as fine lines and wrinkles.

Avocado oil also contains anti-inflammatory compounds that can help to reduce redness and irritation on the skin. This makes it a great ingredient for those with conditions like eczema or psoriasis.

Another benefit of avocado oil for skin is that it can help to protect against UV damage. The oil contains natural sun-blocking agents that can help to protect the skin from harmful UV rays, which can cause damage and premature aging.

Finally, avocado oil is non-comedogenic, which means that it won't clog pores or cause breakouts. This makes it a great ingredient for those with acne-prone skin.

Overall, avocado oil is a versatile and nourishing oil that has a range of benefits for the skin. Whether used on its own or as an ingredient in other skin care products, it can help to support healthy, radiant-looking skin.

BOTANICAL NAME: Persea (Greek, name of a tree) gratissima 

EXTRACTION: Cold pressed

DESCRIPTION: The avocado is a tree native to Central and South America, and parts of the Caribbean. It thrives in warm climates, and is grown throughout other parts of the tropical and subtropical world.  The avocado tree is relatively large and produces a large, round, fleshy fruit that when cut open displays a pit or a nut.  Evidence of avocados date back to 10,000 BC in Mexico.  Although its roots are in Central and South America, and although these countries still maintain positions as the highest exporters of the fruit, other countries have upped their avocado production as well including China, Kenya, and various parts of Europe.  The fruits are picked and ripened post-harvest, and create a rich oil when the green flesh is cold-pressed. Avocado oil is unique because of this trait, as most plant oils are obtained through cold pressing the seeds or nuts rather than the flesh of the fruit itself.  It contains a high level of antioxidants and high oleic acid content providing nourishment. 

KEY COMPONENTS: Oleic acid, squalene, phytosterols (beta sitosterol)vitamins A, E, D.

FOUND IN: Rosey Cheeks Facial Cream, Rosey Cheeks Facial Oil Serum, Skin Care Starter Kit for Normal to Dry Skin