Avocado Extra Virgin Oil (Cosmetic Grade)  

Avocado Oil, Extra Virgin (Cosmetic Grade) is a powerhouse ingredient in natural skincare and haircare. Let’s explore it in detail:

🔹 Avocado Oil (Extra Virgin, Cosmetic Grade)

• Cold-pressed from the flesh of ripe avocado (Persea americana).
• “Extra virgin” means it is the first cold-press, retaining maximum nutrients.
• “Cosmetic grade” means it is intended for topical use (skincare & haircare), not food use (though edible versions exist).
• Appears as a rich green to yellow oil with a slightly nutty aroma.

🔹 Key Components

• Fatty acids → oleic acid (nourishing), linoleic acid (barrier repair), palmitic acid (conditioning).
• Vitamins → A, D, E, and K (skin-healing and antioxidant).
• Lecithin & phytosterols → promote hydration and cell repair.
• Chlorophyll → gives unrefined oil its greenish color, also an antioxidant.

🔹 Cosmetic Benefits

1. Skin Care

• Deep moisturizer → penetrates easily, softening dry or flaky skin.
• Soothing & repairing → calms irritation, eczema, and psoriasis.
• Anti-aging → vitamin E & antioxidants fight wrinkles and environmental damage.
• Healing → supports wound recovery and reduces scars or stretch marks.
• Barrier support → helps protect skin from moisture loss.

2. Hair & Scalp Care

• Strengthens hair → reduces breakage, adds elasticity.
• Moisturizes scalp → relieves dryness, dandruff, and itchiness.
• Shine & softness → coats hair shaft for silky, smooth texture.
• Can be used as a hot oil treatment or blended into conditioners.

3. Massage & Body Care

• Great as a massage oil base → absorbs well, leaves skin nourished.
• Blends easily with essential oils for aromatherapy use.

🔹 Typical Cosmetic Uses

• Creams & lotions
• Facial oils & serums
• Body butters
• Hair masks & conditioners
• Soaps (adds conditioning properties)
• Massage blends

🔹 Usage in Formulations

• Lotions & creams → 2–15%
• Hair products → 2–10%
• Massage & body oils → up to 100% (as carrier oil)
• Soaps → up to 10–20% (gives conditioning lather)

🔹 Safety & Storage

• Generally safe & non-irritating, even for sensitive skin.
• Nut/fruit-sensitive individuals should patch test.
• Store in a cool, dark place; refrigeration extends freshness.
• Shelf life: 12–18 months (extra virgin goes rancid faster than refined).