Botanical Name: Persea americana
Extraction Method: Cold Pressed
Quality: This is classified as a Virgin oil which is a term designed by the food industry as a measure of quality. While it isn't necessarily as relevant for cosmetic use, some brands prefer purchasing virgin quality oils where possible.
Description: Avocado produces a rich barrier restorative oil that's well suited for products targeting people with dry skin. It is also one of the few vegetable oils to contain the anti-inflammatory Omega 7 fatty acids.
Color: Yellow/Green to Green/Brown. Avocado may turn cloudy in low temperatures but will return to clarity if gently warmed.
Aromatic Description: Characteristic, noticable aroma.
Common Uses: Moisturisers, barrier cream, hand and foot care.
Consistency: Typical but slightly thicker than most Carrier Oils.
Absorption: Avocado will leave a sticky, waxy feel if applied topically to large areas of skin
Shelf life: Virgin Avocado oil is vulnerable to rancidity when the bottle head-space is large, if the oil is exposed to sunlight or the oil is stored in warm conditions. We recommend storing in a cool, dry location and re-bottling to smaller containers if you buy in bulk and will use the oil slowly.
Certification: Australian Certified Organic
New Directions Australia Pty Ltd. does not supply food grade raw materials and therefore cannot waive GST.
Prior to use: Customers should always refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet / Specification Sheet OR the ingredients label as affixed to each product which are current at the time of supply of the product.
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