Is your skin drying out with all that hand washing and hand sanitizer? Let me introduce the benefits of avocado oil for skin. Avocado oil is a superior moisturizer and absorbs quickly, making it the perfect body oil to protect your hands (and skin) from all those soaps and disinfectants. Smoothes nails and hair The natural oils in avocado help keep nails and the skin around them soft, reduce breakage, and can also beautify dry and brittle nails. A dry, flaky scalp can also be treated with avocado oil, helping to reduce dandruff and other common issues.
WHAT MAKES AVOCADO OIL SO PLEASANT?
The oil consists of fatty acids such as oleic acid, palmitic acid, linoleic acid and linolenic acid. These are really good for your skin. Avocado oil also has vitamins, minerals such as A, C, D and E, and antioxidants such as beta-sitosterol, beta-carotene and lecithin.
BENEFITS OF AVOCADO OIL FOR SKIN
You can use avocado oil alone or mix it with other essential oils to create a whole body oil. Massage into your skin and then gently pat dry with a towel to keep your skin soft.
Avocado Face Mask Recipe
First, take a ripe avocado and cut it into cubes before turning it into a paste. Next, add 1-2 tablespoons of avocado oil to the mixture. (Adding other items like honey, banana, or coconut oil is entirely optional for the added benefits of moisture and repair). Apply the paste on your face and leave it for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water and continue with your skincare routine as usual.
Anti-Aging Avocado Cream Recipe
Do you need night cream? Mix half a cup of avocado oil, 2 tablespoons of coconut oil, 2 tablespoons of beeswax, half a teaspoon of vitamin E oil, 1 tablespoon of shea butter and 1 glass of water in a saucepan. Melt the mixture together until it boils. Pour the mixture into a jar and leave it outside to harden. Use a nickel-sized measure on areas such as the neck, forehead, and smile lines to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while you sleep.
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