Pressed from the fresh flesh of the avocado fruit, avocado oil could be considered the ultimate carrier oil. Avocados are also known as "Alligator Pear" and the oil from avocados has been used for centuries in beauty and skin care regimens of the indigenous people of Central and North America. High in oleic, palmitic and linoleic acids, avocado oil is known to be a moisture-providing oil and it possesses a high level of nutritional properties. It contains natural vitamins A and E which promote natural collagen production and has been said to be able to improve skin tone and texture. It also contains many anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial components including Alpha-tocopherol, Beta/Gamma-tocopherol and Delta-tocopherol in addition to other nutrients such as Folic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Choline, Biotin, Lecithin, Squalene, and Sterolins. It works especially well on dry, dehydrated, damaged and mature skin and is also known to help treat the skin conditions of eczema and psoriasis. Highly penetrating and stable, it is yellow to slightly green in color and has a slightly fruity aroma. Recently, avocado oil has become popular for use in the culinary world both as an ingredient in other foods and for cooking. High in monounsaturated fats and with a high smoke point (up to 480 degrees F), as a culinary ingredient, avocado oil compares well to olive oil. 

Botanical Name

Persea gratissima

Country of Origin

USA or Mexico

Extraction Method

Expeller Pressed

Refinement Process

Refined

Food Grade

Yes

Suggested Uses

As an ingredient in body and hair care products, avocado oil has a wide variety of uses including use in creams, lotions, conditioners, balms, massage oils, bath oils, and soap. It works well when used as an ingredient in stretch-mark or scar creams as well as in skin care products used for sun-damage. Avocado oil is also widely used in the nail care industry to make cuticle creams and oils. As a food ingredient, it works well for baking, frying and sautéing. It also works wonderfully as an ingredient for salad dressings. 

Shelf Life & Storage

Product shelf life is dependent on storage conditions and is highly variable. Product should be stored under cool, dry conditions and in a humidity controlled environment. Industry standard for shelf life of product, when stored under optimum conditions, is 24 months from the date of manufacture when unopened. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight.

Saponification Value

192 to 198 mg KOH per gram of fat
Conversion Value for NaOH (Sodium Hydroxide) = 0.148 oz
Conversion Value for KOH (Potassium Hydroxide) = 0.208 oz

Disclaimer

Please note that this information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and is for educational purposes only. 

This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.