AVOCADO OIL: HOW TO MAKE IT AND HOW TO USE IT

Avocado oil is obtained from the avocado fruit, which is rich in countless properties. The oil is obtained by cold pressing the fruit, and in this case it is used for food purposes. The pressing can also be done using solvents and the avocado is then treated, purified and clarified for cosmetic use, until it obtains an odorless, golden-colored liquid. Let's see how it is used in cooking and in cosmetics.

PURE AVOCADO OIL: COSMETIC USE

Avocado oil has antioxidant properties that make it the perfect treatment for sunburn and sunstroke. The best time to apply this oil is immediately after a shower or bath, when the skin is still a little wet and the pores are more dilated, so they can absorb it better. It is suitable for dry, sensitive, mature, damaged skin, psoriasis, eczema. Avocado oil also has an anti-redness and anti-aging action: every evening, before going to sleep, apply a few drops of pure avocado oil on the lips and around the eyes: this helps to remove expression lines and crow's feet. If combined with sweet almond oil, the properties of avocado oil are enhanced, especially the elasticizing action, useful in cases of sagging skin, stretch marks or flaky skin. Avocado oil can be used for a massage or dissolved in hot water for a relaxing bath. Avocado oil is also very useful for hair: in case of dry hair, it can be used to make compresses (once a week), on dry hair and cover the head with a hot towel, to be left on for 1 hour before continuing with the normal shampoo. This treatment is also useful in case of dandruff or dermatitis.

FOOD AVOCADO OIL: HOW TO USE IT IN THE KITCHEN

Avocado oil is an edible oil rich in unsaturated fatty acids, vitamins A, D, E, omega 3-6, lecithin, antioxidants, potassium and proteins. In cooking, avocado oil is used as a condiment and in the preparation of other dishes; it is comparable to olive oil in consistency, versatility, low acidity, high smoke point and for this reason it is used as a frying oil, extracting it from the pulp of a fruit instead of seeds.