Avocado beauty treatments can be effective, yet inexpensive.
Avocados and avocado oil can be used to moisturize and soften the skin, as well as strengthen the hair, according to Pioneer Thinking. With vitamins such as A, C, E, iron, potassium and niacin, as well as natural oils and emollients, the avocado or its oil is often a common ingredient in commercially sold skin and hair care products. Since avocados are readily available in most grocery stores, avocado beauty treatments can be created easily at home for a fraction of the cost of their commercially sold counterparts.
Hair Mask
The nutrients and vitamins in avocados can help moisturize and condition hair, according to Diva Village. Create an avocado hair mask to help hair regain its shine, elasticity and body by thoroughly mixing together 1 avocado, 1 egg yolk and 1 tbsp. olive oil. Before applying the mixture, wet the hair with warm water and gently massage the scalp. Apply the mask to the scalp and work downward, sectioning off the hair and massaging the mask into each section for the easiest penetration. Place a shower cap on the head and dry with a hair dryer for 20 minutes before rinsing the treatment completely from the hair. Follow with shampoo, conditioner, and normal styling products. Diva Village suggests skipping the mask on the scalp of the hair if it is typically oily, but rather work from the ends of the hair to halfway up. For normal hair, the mask should be massaged thoroughly into the scalp.
Facial Cleanser
Create a skin-nourishing cleanser by adding 1/2 cup of milk and one well-beaten egg yolk to a half of an avocado. Beat the mixture together until it is the consistency of lotion, according to Natural-Home Remedies. After wetting the face, apply this gentle cleanser to the face and rinse thoroughly to remove dirt, oi, and makeup residue while hydrating the skin with the natural oils in the avocado.
Skin Soother
Pureeing the fruit of the avocado and applying it topically to the skin can replenish moisture, soften rough patches and help heal very dry skin, according to Handmade News. Those who suffer from dry facial skin may benefit from an avocado mask, which may be concocted by mixing the puree of 1 avocado with 1 tsp. olive oil. Apply the mask to the face and neck and leave it on for 15 to 20 minutes before rinsing thoroughly.
To alleviate eye puffiness, place a thin slice of an avocado beneath each eye for 20 minutes. To help reduce puffiness further and soothe the delicate skin around the eyes, mix the avocado slices with 5 drops of almond oil and gently apply the mixture around the eyes, leaving it on for 5 minutes before rinsing completely, according to Natural-Home Remedies.
General Tips
When creating avocado beauty treatments, be sure to use a fully ripe avocado for the best results. To test for ripeness, hold the avocado in the palm of the hand and squeeze gently. A ripe avocado should not be rock hard, but will yield slightly to the touch. An avocado may be mashed with a fork, in a blender or in food processor depending on the desired consistency for the individual beauty treatment.
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