Avocado Oil
Details
The unripe fruit and leaves are poisonous and used to kill rodents. In Africa they use the leaves to brew a beer. Once used as an aphrodisiac and to stimulate hair growth. Native to South America growing to 60 feet with dark green oval leaves and greenish-yellow flowers producing green fruit. Cultivated only in tropical areas.
Additional Information
| Product No. | 06-avo00-group |
|---|---|
| GCC | PC-GP |
| Scientific Name | Persea americana, Perses gratissima |
| Family Name | Lauraceae (Laurel) Family |
| History | The unripe fruit and leaves are poisonous and used to kill rodents. In Africa they use the leaves to brew a beer. Once used as an aphrodisiac and to stimulate hair growth. |
| Plant Description | Native to South America growing to 60 feet with dark green oval leaves and greenish-yellow flowers producing green fruit. Cultivated only in tropical areas. |
| Chemical Constituents | Up to 80% mono-unsaturated, Up to 75% oleic acid, up to 12% linoleic acid (Omega 6), lecithin, vitamins A, D, and some B's |
| Stability | Excellent skin absorption, but should only be 20% of the oil formula. |
| Processing Methods | Cold pressing from the fruit and then usually further refined. The original pressed oil is a dark green color and refined oil is a pale yellow color which is preferred by those making cosmetics as it does not color their product, but aromatherapists prefe |
| Medicinal Properties | Anise Raven, White Camphor, Cassia Bark, Cinnamon, Laurel Berry, Litsea Cubeba, Ravensara, Rosewood |
| Massage Oil Application | Good for dry, dehydrated and wrinkled skin. Softens, increases elasticity, leaves no greasy residue, moisturizes, and nourishes. No photo-toxicity problems |
| Skin Care Application | Breaks down under high heat so use in cool dishes and salad dressings. It has an oily, fruity taste. |
| Food Uses | Good for sensitive and dry bars |
| Soap Making | Possible irritant to the eyes |
| Hair Care | It is used in treating Raynaud's disease. Aids in treating gastric problems, constipation, urinary infections, and liver and gallbladder conditions. |
| Side Effects | In shampoos it can be irritating, but softens the scalp and adds shine to hair |
| Warnings/Contraindications | None |
| Complimentary Oils | No |
| Spiritual Uses | Indicates that you come to yourself as whole, able, and complete. It speaks to a level of maturity that goes beyond seeking approval from others. |
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