Avocado Oil

TYPE OF INGREDIENT

Moisturizer.

COMMONLY FOUND IN

Lotions, hair conditioners, lip products.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF AVOCADO OIL?

Avocado oil is rich in oleic and essential fatty acids, which stimulate collagen production and decrease inflammation. Avocado oil also contains antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin, which can protect skin from sun damage and improve skin elasticity. There are also benefits to the hair, including lubrication, preventing breakage and enhancing shine. 

WHAT IS AVOCADO OIL?

Avocado oil is taken from the flesh of an avocado. 

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IS AVOCADO OIL SAFE FOR ALL SKIN TYPES AND TONES?

Yes, however those with seborrheic dermatitis or dandruff may want to avoid putting it on the scalp.

AVOCADO OIL CONTRAINDICATIONS

Seborrheic dermatitis

SOURCES

Lin T, Zhong L, Santiago JL. Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects of Topical Application of Some Plant Oils. Int J Mol Sci 2017 Dec 27;19(1):70.

Mariwalla, Kavita. Cosmeceutical Compendium. American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, 2018.

Stroud, Kaleena. “Your favorite superfood just got better: Avocado Oil Benefits for Skin & Hair?” Dermstore , 2021. 

Author: Shilpi Khetarpal, MD, FAAD