Description

Avocado Oil is one of the most nutrient-dense and luxurious carrier oils available to formulators. Cold-pressed and unrefined, this deep green botanical oil is rich in vitamins, essential fatty acids, antioxidants, and skin-supportive compounds that deliver intense nourishment and conditioning.

Naturally thick and highly emollient, Avocado Oil is especially suited for dry, mature, and compromised skin formulations. Its rich texture makes it ideal for enriching creams, lotions, and balms, as well as strengthening hair and scalp treatments.

Beyond culinary use, Avocado Oil has become a staple in professional cosmetic formulation for its restorative and barrier-supporting properties.

Technical Specifications

INCI: Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
Extraction Method: Cold Pressed
Processing Type: Unrefined
Obtained From: Seed
Appearance: Dark green to brown liquid
Aromatic Profile: Medium to heavy natural scent
Comedogenic Rating: 3

Performance & Benefits

Intensive Moisture & Barrier Support

Avocado Oil absorbs slowly, leaving a protective sheen that helps reinforce the skin’s natural moisture barrier.

Vitamin-Rich Skin Nutrition

Contains Vitamins A, B1, B2, D, E, and beta-carotene, along with linoleic and oleic acids that support soft, supple skin.

Anti-Aging Support

Rich in palmitoleic acid, a fatty acid naturally present in human skin, allowing enhanced compatibility and improved absorption. Regular use helps improve the appearance of fine lines and skin elasticity.

Soothing & Anti-Inflammatory

Helps calm dry, flaky, irritated skin and supports formulations targeting eczema-prone or redness-prone skin.

Hair & Scalp Conditioning

Strengthens dry or brittle hair, nourishes the scalp, and improves manageability and shine.

Applications

• Enriching face and body creams

• Intensive moisturizing balms

• Anti-aging formulations

• Hair masks and scalp oils

• Soap making

• Massage blends

Pro Tips

•  Because of its thickness, blend Avocado Oil with lighter carrier oils like almond oil or sunflower oil for improved spreadability.
•  Ideal at 5–20% in facial formulations for barrier repair systems.
•  Pair with Vitamin E to enhance oxidative stability.
•  Best suited for dry, mature, or compromised skin formulas rather than very oily skin systems.
•  Conduct small-batch stability testing when incorporating into emulsions due to its rich fatty acid profile.

Storage Guidelines

Store in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight to maintain freshness.
Refrigeration is recommended in warmer climates.
If refrigerated, allow oil to return to room temperature before use.

At Skin Foodie, we source carrier oils that deliver both nutrient density and formulation performance. Avocado Oil remains a cornerstone ingredient for deeply restorative skincare and conditioning haircare systems.

Disclaimer

For cosmetic formulation use only, not for internal or medical applications. Because many of our ingredients are naturally derived, slight variations in colour or texture may occur.

At Skin Foodie, we believe that what goes into your formulations should be as pure as what goes into your body. That’s why we source only ingredients that meet exceptional standards of purity, performance, and safety. Remember: not all ingredients are created equal, the same name or CAS number does not guarantee the same quality.