Let's Talk Oils: Avocado Oil

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I first started using avocado oil about three years ago. It's a very lightweight non-greasy oil, much like jojoba oil. Avocado oil however has high quantities of monounsaturated fats which makes it great for natural hair.

You can use avocado oil as:

  • a carrier oil
  • hot oil treatment
  • sealant
  • add to a conditioner
  • detangler
I personally love using avocado oil as a prepoo. Just mix together a 1/2 cup of whipped coconut oil, 1 tablespoon of honey along with 1/4 cup of avocado oil. 

Apply the mixture to wet or damp hair and finger detangle gently.




Check out the diagram below for other benefits of avocado oil:  

                                 

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