Avocado oil is packed full of fatty acids, proteins, vitamins A, D & E and beta-carotene which help to moisturize, nourish and protect skin and may help boost skin collagen. This oil nourishes the hair follicles, reduces damage caused and improve hair strength helping revive dull & lifeless hair. It also has moisturizing properties that help nourish and hydrate the scalp, reducing dryness and itchiness. This oil nourishes skin moisturizing dry and chapped skin. Oleic acid, the main component of avocado oil, is known to promote collagen production improving elasticity of the skin. It can help improve skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis and inflamed skin since it has anti-inflammatory properties which can soothe and repair the skin. This oil is able to penetrate the upper layers of the nail plate to help provide lubrication between the layers and help prevent brittleness and dryness. It is great for softening cuticles and strengthening your nails. Avocado oil is commonly used as a carrier oil for essential oils.
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Nail treatment: simply massage a small amount of the oil straight into your cuticles and nail beds.
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Skin treatment: rub a small amount of oil directly into the skin. It may help to first rub it between the palms or fingertips to warm it up.
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Hair treatment: apply the oil to the scalp and gently massage from the roots to the tip.