Avocado oil is the oil pressed from the pulp of Avocado fruit – Persea Americana. We can’t get enough of this Superfruit when it comes to Primal foods, but it’s also extremely beneficial when applied to the skin or hair. As avocados are primarily made of healthy fats, avocado oil is jam-packed with fatty acids – made up of about 70% oleic acid (omega-9). Oleic acid is a highly effective emollient which can restore moisture deep inside your skin, as well as combatting inflammation – ideal for irritated or inflamed skin. Those with dry skin will find oleic acid from the avocado oil particularly beneficial. Fatty acids are also a fantastic source of antioxidant, which help fight the signs of aging and other environmental factors that affect the look of skin.
The emollient properties of avocado oil are also advantageous for anyone with dry or brittle hair.