21/08/2019
7 BENEFITS OF AVOCADO OIL YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW
This morning, Olamitundun a leader of mine took product training on one of our avocado oil and I thought to share,I don't take credit for this,she did an excellent job(my starters group is a place to be)
Avocado is an unusual fruit. Unlike most fruits, it's rich in healthy fats and is often used to produce oil.
AVOCADO IS LOADED WITH...
👉Oleic Acid, a very healthy fat
👉omega-3 fatty acids
👉vitamins A, D, and E
👉protein,
👉lecithin,
👉and essential fatty acids
BENEFIT OF AVOCADO OIL TO THE SKIN
Avocado oil also has numerous benefits, largely related to its content of antioxidants and healthy fats. This benefits are itemized below;
1. MOISTURIZES AND NOURISHES
In addition to vitamin E, avocado oil contains potassium, lecithin, and many other nutrients that can nourish and moisturize the skin. The outermost layer of skin, known as the epidermis, easily absorbs these nutrients, which also help to form new skin.
2. RELIEVES INFLAMMATION FROM PSORIASIS AND ECZEMA
The antioxidants and vitamins in avocado oil may help to heal the dry, irritated, and flaky skin associated with eczema and psoriasis.
3. PREVENTS AND TREATS ACNE
When left on for short periods of time and rinsed off with warm water, avocado oil can keep skin hydrated without leaving an oily residue. This may reduce the risk of acne. Avocado oil also has anti-inflammatory effects, which can help to reduce the redness and inflammation associated with acne.
4. ACCELERATES WOUND HEALING
Avocado oil may help wounds to heal more quickly. Study found that the essential fatty acids and oleic acid in avocado oil can promote collagen synthesis, which is the process of creating new connective tissue.
The essential fatty acids in avocado oil were also found to help reduce inflammation during the healing process.
5. TREATS SUNBURNED SKIN
The antioxidants in avocado oil may help to ease the symptoms of a sunburn. The vitamin E, beta carotene, vitamin D, protein, lecithin, and essential fatty acids in the oil can support healing and soothe the skin.
6. MAY REDUCE SYMPTOMS OF ARTHRITIS
Arthritis is a disease that involves painful inflammation of the joints. It's very common and affects millions of people worldwide.
Numerous studies have found that extracts from avocado oil may reduce the pain and stiffness associated with osteoarthritis. Especially people with knee and hip osteoarthritis.
7. REDUCES DANDRUFF ETC
Applying avocado oil to the scalp as a hot oil mask can help to reduce dandruff and other problems caused by a dry, flaky scalp.
HOW TO USE
For scalp care: A person with a dry scalp may benefit from using avocado oil in a hot oil treatment. To heat the oil, pour 3–5 tablespoons into a small glass jar, and place the jar in a saucepan of recently boiled water.
Test the temperature of the oil frequently, to prevent it from getting too hot. When the oil is warm, remove the jar from the water and gently massage the oil into the scalp.
The oil can be left overnight and shampooed out in the morning. This may help to reduce dandruff and dry, flaky skin on the scalp.
Treating dry, inflamed skin: Avocado oil can also be used to moisture the face at night. Wash it off the following morning.
In the bath: Adding a few tablespoons of avocado oil to a bath can leave the whole body feeling soft and help to prevent hot water from drying out the skin.
Gently massage into the skin after bath to leave it hydrated, conditioned and smooth.
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