Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil
Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil is a rich, nourishing plant oil extracted from the flesh of ripe avocados. Packed with fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants, it is a popular ingredient in UK skincare and haircare for its ability to moisturise and soften without feeling greasy.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, Persea Gratissima Oil acts as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent. Its high content of oleic acid and other fatty acids helps replenish the skin’s lipid barrier, locking in moisture and improving softness and elasticity, while natural vitamins and phytosterols provide antioxidant protection that supports a healthy-looking complexion and smooth hair.
Key benefits
- Deeply moisturises dry skin
- Helps strengthen the skin barrier
- Softens and conditions hair
- Improves skin smoothness and suppleness
- Rich in antioxidants to help protect against environmental stressors
- Non-greasy feel suitable for face and body
Best for
dry skin, mature skin, sensitive skin, dehydrated skin
Where it comes from
Persea Gratissima Oil is cold-pressed from the creamy flesh of the avocado fruit (Persea americana), a tree native to Central America and now widely cultivated in tropical climates.