Avocado Oil, 4 fl oz (118 mL) Bottle

The avocado tree, native to Peru and Mexico, is a member of the Lauraceae family. It bears its large nutritional fruit —which is actually a berry! — of the same name, which has captivated taste buds across the world for thousands of years. Avocados are also known as "alligator pears" thanks to their pear-like shape and rough, bumpy, dark green skin. Avocado oil, with its rich, heavy texture, is a popular carrier oil in aromatherapy! Plant Part Used Fleshy pulp surrounding the pit Extraction Method Cold-pressed Aroma Medium. Sweet and nutty. Benefits Nourishes and moisturizes the skin and hair. Supplies antioxidants to support anti-aging efforts. History of Avocado Avocado oil has been a popular carrier oil in aromatherapy thanks to its natural supply of vitamins A, E & D, lecithin, potassium, sterolins and antioxidants. The fruit has been cultivated for over 9,000 years... for more than just its delicious flavor! It is said that the ancient Aztecs treasured the fruit and