Avocado oil

Avocado oil is a liquid monounsaturated carrier oil typically pressed from the flesh of the avocado (though I have seen some oils stating they are pressed from the seeds). It is mostly comprised of oleic and palmitic fatty acids; the palmitic acid content is higher than usual for liquid oils, resulting in a thicker, richer oil. It can be cloudy at room temperature, depending on if (and how extensively) the oil has been winterized.

Persea Gratissima Oil

Deep green/yellow to pale yellow liquid

Up to 100%

Rich, velvetty, can be sticky if applied undiluted to large areas of the skin

Characteristic of carrier oils, though less refined versions may have a stronger scent

Slow

Liquid at room temperature

Oil

Avocado oil is a beautiful, rich emollient that is recommended for dry and sensitive skin. I also enjoy using it in soap as a more luxurious additive oil.

No

It’s up to you; more refined versions will have lighter colour, fainter scent, and are less likely to cloud in cooler temperatures

Rich emollient high in unsaponifiables; good for dry skin.

Some may find avocado oil too rich/heavy for their liking.

If state (liquid/solid) doesn’t matter I’d try shea butter. Otherwise, try a blend of shea butter and a mid-weight liquid oil like rice bran or olive oil. I’d probably start with 25% shea butter, 75% liquid oil.

Include avocado in the oil phase of your formulas; it can be hot or cold processed.

Stored somewhere cool, dark, and dry, avocado oil should last up to two years.

There’s a fairly wide variety of processing methods for avocado oil, resulting in more than a simple refined/unrefined set of options. Be sure you’re reading all the documentation from your supplier before you purchase.

100mL (3.3fl oz) for skin care, 1L (33.8fl oz) for soap making.

 Buy it from an online DIY ingredient supplier or Amazon.