INCI: Persea Gratissima Oil

A versatile oil with lots of benefits for the skin and hair. Use it in creams, lotions, conditioners and more to provide nourishment.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Avocado oil is a hydrating oil with a viscous consistency and characteristic odour. It’s extracted through cold-pressing and can be used in a variety of skin and hair care products.

Avocado oil is an excellent cosmetic ingredient known for its hydrating and protective properties. A wonderful emollient, avocado oil penetrates the tissues to provide beneficial vitamins and nutrients, leaving the skin soft and moisturised. This oil is suitable for mature, dry and sensitive skin.

Cautions/Contraindications:

Users with a known latex allergy should perform a patch test with a small amount of product before full application. Skin reactions occur within a small percentage of the population.

Typical Fatty Acid Profile of Avocado Oil:

Palmitic Acid

C16:0

Palmitoleic Acid

C16:1

Stearic Acid

C18:0

Oleic Acid

(Omega 9)

C18:1

Linoleic Acid

(Omega 6)

C18:2

Alpha-linolenic Acid

(Omega 3)

C18:3

5% to 25%

1% to 12%

50% to 74%

6% to 20%

Less than 3%

Our avocado oil has a saponification value of 187-197.

Cosmetic Functions:

The Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng) lists avocado oil as “skin conditioning”.

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HOW TO USE IT

Use 1% to 100%. We recommend 10% for most cosmetic uses.

Avocado oil is oil-soluble and is not appropriate for use in water-only products. Small amounts can, however, be used in water-based gels, where the oil is held in suspension.

This oil is heat tolerant and can be used in the fat stage (stage 1) of creams and lotions, balms, body butters, soaps and more.

Avocado oil is thick and may begin to solidify if stored or used in cold temperatures. To return it to its liquid form, gently bring it back to room temperature.

If you prefer your avocado oil to be lighter and less thick, try blending it with EcoSilk or drier oils.

Benefits of Avocado Oil in Skin Care Products

Emollient — smooths and softens the skin.
A wonderful moisturiser to combat dryness and dehydration.
Packed with antioxidants to soothe stressed or sensitive skin.
Rich in skin-boosting vitamins A, B1, B2, D, E, K and potassium.
Often used in anti-ageing products.
Spreads easily on the skin, making it excellent for use in massage.
Easily absorbed and helps active ingredients to penetrate the skin.
Boosts natural levels of palmitoleic acid.
Contains unsaponifiables that enrich soaps for dry or mature skin.
Easy to use in body lotions, body butters, night creams, facial serums, balms, eye creams and more.

Benefits of Avocado Oil in Hair Care Products

Gentle and nourishing on the scalp.
Soothes and relieves dryness and itchiness.
Softens, moisturises and easily untangles hair.
Doesn’t leave hair feeling sticky.
Helps stop split ends.
Easy to use in shampoos, conditioners and hair treatments.

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RECIPES & BLENDS

Avocado oil is a versatile cosmetic ingredient used in countless recipes. Take a look at some of our favourites:

TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS

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