And to add to its versatility, avocado oil is a pretty impressive skincare ingredient, too.

Meet the Experts

Avocado Oil

punch in of ingredient:Antioxidant, emollient, and anti-inflammatory.

Main benefits:Helps the skin maintain hydration and minimizes damage from free radicals.

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How often can you use it:Avocado oil is safe to use daily in a dilute form.

If it is included in a products formulation, follow the manufacturers instructions.

Works well with:Dr. Russak recommends combining avocado oil with retinol.

The most absorption of the retinol happens with a fat-soluble content, Dr. Russak explains.

Combining it with an oil will increase absorption and decrease the irritation from it.

What Is Avocado Oil?

Avocado oilis derived fromyou guessed itan avocado.

So let’s talk vital nutrients.

And not only should you look at how its processed, but also where its processed from.

However, Dr. Russak says the monounsaturated oil is generally well-tolerated, even for those with skin issues.

For overall health benefits, the antioxidant and heart-healthy monounsaturated fat is best absorbed in the body by ingestion.

Dr. Russak says both oral and topical forms of avocado oil would be effective.

Long story shortyes, it can help with lightening hyperpigmentation.

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