A few weeks ago I was making my monthly adventure to Costco with my sister and stumbled upon my latest obsession, Avocado Oil. It was so worth the eleven dollars! Not only is it great for cooking but you can also use it as a beauty product. My husband makes fun of me because I literally use it for everything. I cook with it, wash my hair with it and use it as a face and body moisturizer.Unlike the well-known tea tree oil, olive oil and lavender oil, avocado oil has yet to be discovered by most people. If your preggo this is perfect to moisturize your growing belly, and if you already have a precious little baby you can use it for healing diaper rash. You can even mix Avocado Oil and Organic Sugar and make an amazing sugar scrub exfoliant that will make your skin as soft as a baby's bottom. Im officially hooked on this stuff check out all the health benefits.
- Protein and Fats. Avocado oil contains a high amount of proteins and unsaturated fats, both of which are strong skin agents. Avocado oil actually contains omega-3 fatty acids – those very same fatty acids as found in fish oil. Thus, not only can this oil be used as a beneficial lotion, but also as healthy cooking oil!
- Sterolin. Avocado oil is high in a substance called sterolin, which studies have shown to facilitate the softening of the skin and to reduce the incidence of age spots;
- Antioxidants. Avocado oil is rich in antioxidants, making it useful for healing sun-damaged skin. Antioxidants like vitamins A, D and E in avocado cause the skin to be suppler, and are thus particularly good for dry or aged skin.
- Lecithin and Potassium. Avocado oil contains lecithin and potassium, which are all highly beneficial for the skin as well as the hair;
- Moisturize the Skin. Avocado oil applied topically helps relieve dry and itchy skin. Once applied, avocado oil is deeply absorbed by the skin, thus making it an ideal moisturizer and skin care agent.
- Boost Scalp Health. In addition to helping clear scaly skin, it can also relieve itchy scalp symptoms. Avocado oil, when regularly applied to the scalp, can stimulate hair growth.
- Increase Collagen Production. When applied, avocado oil increases the production of collagen, which helps keep the skin plump and decreases the effects of aging.
- Treat Skin Conditions. Avocado oil is useful in the treatment of a variety of skin conditions, including eczema and psoriasis.
- Others. Avocado oil facilitates the healing of wounds and burns to the skin. It also helps to relieve and heal diaper rash.
Facial Moisturizing
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When using the avocado, instead of throwing away the peel sections, save them for your facials. The peel has a hidden reservoir of oil containing a substance called humectant that acts to retain moisture.
To use the peel, gently swipe it over your skin in upward massaging motions until you have covered your whole face.
XOXO,
TheeInspiredMommy
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