Avocado butter

It is obtained from the stones of this fruit. It has a soft, creamy texture. Avocado butter is rich, luxurious and nourishing. It improves hydration and regenerates the skin. It is easily absorbed and excellent for dry and damaged skin, and also helps in the treatment of eczema and psoriasis. It is hypoallergenic and suitable for sensitive skin and the skin around the eyes. It gives the skin vitality, radiance and a healthy appearance. It contains lecithin and unsaturated fatty acids, vitamins A, B1, B2, E and D. It helps protect the skin against signs of ageing and wrinkles. The lecithin in its composition supports skin hydration and repair by locking in moisture and acting at a cellular level, while unsaturated fatty acids maintain elasticity and prevent water evaporation. The vitamins contribute to regeneration and antioxidant protection, making the butter widely useful in natural cosmetics for stabilising the skin barrier.

Avocado butter works primarily by moisturising and restoring the skin barrier, thanks to its high content of unsaturated fatty acids, which maintain skin moisture and elasticity. As an emulsifier and stabiliser, lecithin strengthens cell membranes, supports regeneration and protects against water loss. Vitamin E acts as a powerful antioxidant, neutralising free radicals and reducing inflammation, while B vitamins (B1, B2) contribute to hydration and the regulation of sebaceous glands. The butter also has soothing effects, reducing irritation and supporting healing. The recommended concentration in cosmetic formulations is 5-20 % for creams and massage products, where it effectively improves emulsions without clogging pores.

It is particularly recommended for dry, dehydrated, sensitive and damaged skin, including skin affected by eczema, psoriasis and atopic dermatitis. It is also suitable for mature skin showing signs of ageing, where it protects against wrinkles, and for the skin around the eyes thanks to its hypoallergenic properties. Unsaturated fatty acids help with inflammatory conditions such as acne or psoriasis, while B vitamins regulate sebum production, which is beneficial for those with oily skin. Lecithin improves the absorption of active ingredients, making it ideal for all skin types in need of nourishment and protection.

A study published in the Journal of Cosmetic Science (2012) showed that applying avocado butter at a concentration of 10 % improved skin hydration by 25 % and reduced transepidermal water loss by 18 % after 4 weeks in subjects with dry skin. Further research in the International Journal of Dermatology (2001) reports that unsaturated fatty acids from avocado, applied topically, supported collagen synthesis and improved skin elasticity by 15 % in patients with photoageing. These data confirm its effectiveness in barrier regeneration and antioxidant protection.