When you hear the word “avocado” the first thing that typically comes to mind is things to do with feasting (such as powering through a mouthwatering bowl of creamy guacamole or the beloved avocado toast for breakfast.)

But what if we told you that by incorporating the Nepali avocado into your self-care beauty regimen (in addition to ingesting it) will help to keep you looking and feeling youthful and radiant?!

The lowdown on Avocado’s beauty secrets

Everything in the Nepali avocado, from its meat to its seed, is usable for a wide variety of self-care regimens above and beyond the scope of simply eating this delicious fruit!

Avocados have been incorporated into a wide variety of chemical-free cosmetics and beauty treatments, thanks to its combination of healthy fats, wide range of B vitamins (think biotin!) and omega 3, which have undeniably incredible restorative benefits for your skin and hair on so many levels!

Long gone are the days of having to pay a premium for health and beauty treatments when you have avocados on hand!

Due to the avocado’s density of nourishing vitamins, minerals and fatty acids that absorb easily into the skin, it becomes a perfect ingredient to compliment and enhance all types of skin conditions, from dry to sensitive skin; leaves your skin moisturized and glowing as well as helps form new skin cells to reduce the signs of aging, look revitalized and youthful. But – The best part:  The list of avocado-based beauty treatments is endless and cost-effective, without putting a dent in your wallet!

The natural oils found in Nepali avocados (specifically the high level of oleic acid – known to help absorb nutrients into the skin’s cells) can be used in lotions, shower gels, face masks, creams and more! These skin-loving natural oils are found in Nepali avocados and have been observed to increase collagen, reduce scarring, diminish sun damage and ease pesky wrinkles that unfortunately come with age. So what are you waiting for?! 

Below are our top ways to incorporate avocados into your daily skin-care routine:

For Fabulously Radiant Skin

Whether your skin is dry, sensitive or oily, Nepali avocados help hydrate and moisturize all types of skin conditions and aid in the repair of skins cells.

Thanks to the Nepali avocado’s healthy acids and rich source of vitamin E and omega 3s, it nourishes the skin by keeping it moisturized and fighting against dry/flaky skin, inflamed skin and hydrates all at the same time, leaving you with that youthful, healthy glow we all aim for!

An All-In-One Skin Saver

It’s hard to believe but this beautiful fruit is able to moisturize, repair dry skin, reduce signs of aging and even helps with sunburns!

For an easy DIY facemask, simply blend or mash an avocado with a fork (optionally, you can add 1 teaspoon of honey) and lather it across your face or any area of your body that needs the attention. Let it sit up to 15 minutes before rinsing off with warm water and your skin will feel revitalized thanks to the avocado’s antioxidants!

Save Your Peel & Seed: The Perfect Body Scrub

Did you know that the Nepali avocado’s peel is a powerhouse? The dark-green area of the avocado has surprisingly double the amount of antioxidants and the highest concentration of minerals, which help fight against cell damage.

The next time you plan to throw away your avocado peel and seed – think again! Instead; let your avocado seed dry out for a few days, cut your seed into small bendable pieces, scrape out the dark bits from the avocado’s peel and add both into a blender along with 1/3 cup of avocado oil. Keep in an airtight jar and this beauty body scrub will last up to 3 weeks!

Effortless Hair Care

After you try this naturally deep conditioned avocado hair mask, you’ll be swapping out the words in those shampoo jingles and singing “Avocados! Avocados! Ooo La La!”

For Smooth, Silky Locks!

Studies have found that the avocado’s nutrients are able to absorb easily into our skin and hair follicles, making it the perfect ingredient to tame and replenish our dry, dull or damaged hair.

Given that avocados are a great source of vitamins and minerals such as biotin, simply apply blended avocado (optionally you can also add either 2 tablespoons of olive oil/coconut oil/1 egg white and 2 tablespoons of honey to the hair-mask mixture) twice a week to damp hair.  Place a shower cap on and let it sit for up to 20 minutes before rinsing off with warm water.

Dry Scalp Be Gone!

For those of us who suffer from dry-scalps, adding avocado oil to your hair routine will help moisturize your luscious locks and scalp while giving your hair much needed essential minerals and prevent hair breakage if used regularly.

In summary, the avocado’s countless DIY beauty benefits and remedies will leave you not only looking and feeling your best, but will also help the environment by reducing, reusing and saving you money! A win all around!