Turns out, avocado doesn’t just go on your toast or in your guac. Yup, the fleshy fruit is not just de-throning coconut in the superfoods category, it’s also shoving it aside in the beauty industry.
Why the buzz all of a sudden?
Applying avocado onto the skin in hair is actually nothing new. Dating back to ancient times, Aztecs used avocado oil as a protective moisturiser to shield their skin from harsh sun rays and whirring winds. Now, you’ll find them in plenty of beauty products thanks to its nourishing benefits. I mean, there’s a reason why Lupita Nyong’o touts avocado oil as her “one-stop shop” to achieving an all-over glow.
How does it work?
Avocado is rich in oleic acid, a fatty acid that helps to seal in moisture and regenerate damaged cells, so it’ll reduce any redness or irritation as it hydrates the skin. This is why the ingredient is particularly beneficial for those who struggle with psoriasis and eczema. Our current favourite snack is also high in vitamin K, which aids in micro blood circulation, as well as vitamins C & E to brighten and condition, so you can say hello to that boosted glow with continued use.
Your skin’s going to love avocado as much as your tummy, so it’s time to get acquainted with these yummy beauty products (please don’t consume them).
Origins Drink Up™ Intensive Overnight Mask To Quench Skin’s Thirst
“Quench skin’s thirst” indeed. This leave-on mask doesn’t just hydrate your skin with avocado oil, it feeds it with apricot kernel oil to get rid of dry patches and brings out your inner glow, too. If your flushed complexion is sending out an SOS, place the tube in your fridge for a few minutes and slather it all over your face before you hit the hay.
$59, available from sephora.sg
Kiehl’s Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado
One of Elizabeth Olsen’s skincare favourites, this cream is packed with creamy avocado and shea butter to restore suppleness to the eye area. It smells fresh and sink in quickly without leaving a tacky residue, so you can wear it under makeup to nourish those bags.
$53, available at Kiehl’s stores
Pai Skincare Avocado & Jojoba Hydrating Day Cream
Dedicated to formulating products for sensitive skin, Pai crafted their silky Hydrating Day Cream with the cleanest organic ingredients sans alcohol and artificial fragrance. It’s got a blend of avocado and jojoba oils in there to combat dryness and nourish the skin. Packed with vitamins, this cream softens up the complexion and calms it right down too.
$65, available from puretincture.com
LUSH Cosmetics Avobath Bath Bomb
As with all bath bombs from LUSH, this green one transforms your tub into a spa as soon as it touches the water. There’s fresh avocado, olive oil, lemongrass and bergamot essential oils in the mix to please your senses as the hydration bomb soothes dehydrated skin. A must-try if you’re not allergic to glitter (there’s plenty of shimmer in there).
$13.50, available at LUSH stores and sg.lush.com
Crabtree & Evelyn Avocado, Olive & Basil Skin Revitalising Body Lotion
The beneficial ingredients are all in its name. Avocado and olive, as you should know by now, conditions dry skin, while basil extract soothes and nourishes to leave your skin softer to the touch. If your skin’s feeling particularly parched, go ahead and smother your body in a generous amount of this.
$36, available at Crabtree & Evelyn stores
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