Avocado Oil

At ORY^®, we believe you should know what’s in your products and why. This page lists the published research behind what we say about allantoin. Each section starts with our claim, then tells you how well the research supports it, then lists the sources so you can read them yourself.

How to read this page Supported — backed by peer-reviewed research or official safety reviews. Supported, with caveats — the research points this way, but mostly from laboratory or animal studies, or at different strengths than ORY® uses. Limited evidence — little or no published research yet. We say so openly.

1. General Description and Role

Claim: Avocado oil is pressed from the fruit flesh of Persea americana. It is rich in oleic acid and unsaponifiable compounds such as plant sterols, vitamin E, and squalene. In ORY® products, it helps very dry skin and coarse hair feel soft, nourished, and conditioned.

Verification: Supported. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel found plant-derived fatty acid oils, including avocado oil, safe as used in cosmetics. Citations:

• • Burnett, C. L., et al. (2017). Safety assessment of plant-derived fatty acid oils. International Journal of Toxicology, 36(3 Suppl), 51S–129S. https://doi.org/10.1177/1091581817740569
    • What it shows: CIR safety assessment of plant oils.

2. Composition and Production

Claim: Avocado oil is cold-pressed (green, unrefined) or refined (pale). It is mostly oleic acid, with palmitic, palmitoleic, and linoleic acids and a relatively high unsaponifiable fraction.

Verification: Supported. Its fatty-acid profile is well documented. Citations:

• • Vaughn, A. R., Clark, A. K., Sivamani, R. K., & Shi, V. Y. (2018). Natural oils for skin-barrier repair: Ancient compounds now backed by modern science. American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 19(1), 103–117. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40257-017-0301-1
    • What it shows: Review of plant oils.

3. Skin Type Suitability

Claim: Avocado oil suits dry and mature skin. It may feel too rich for oily or acne-prone faces.

Verification: Supported, with caveats. We found no clinical studies of avocado oil by skin type. Its richness makes it better suited to dry skin. Citations:

• • Vaughn, A. R., Clark, A. K., Sivamani, R. K., & Shi, V. Y. (2018). Natural oils for skin-barrier repair: Ancient compounds now backed by modern science. American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 19(1), 103–117. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40257-017-0301-1
    • What it shows: Review of plant oils.

4. Hair and Scalp Suitability

Claim: In haircare, avocado oil helps thick, dry, or coily hair feel soft and conditioned.

Verification: Limited evidence. Oils are commonly used to soften hair and reduce the look of frizz; we found no controlled clinical studies of this oil on hair. ORY^® haircare products are not intended to treat dandruff, scalp conditions, or hair loss. Citations:

• • Lin, T. K., Zhong, L., & Santiago, J. L. (2018). Anti-inflammatory and skin barrier repair effects of topical application of some plant oils. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 19(1), 70. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms19010070
    • What it shows: General review.

5. Benefits

Claim: Avocado oil helps dry skin feel soft, supple, and moisturized.

Verification: Supported, with caveats. Reviews support emollient oils for dry skin. In rats, avocado oil applied to wounds increased collagen and sped healing; that is an animal study of a medical use, and ORY^® does not make wound, repair, or after-sun claims. Citations:

• • Lin, T. K., Zhong, L., & Santiago, J. L. (2018). Anti-inflammatory and skin barrier repair effects of topical application of some plant oils. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 19(1), 70. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms19010070
    • What it shows: Review of plant oils.
  • de Oliveira, A. P., et al. (2013). Effect of semisolid formulation of Persea americana Mill (avocado) oil on wound healing in rats. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2013, 472382. https://doi.org/10.1155/2013/472382
    • What it shows: Rat wound study.

6. Use Across ORY^® Product Lines

Claim: Avocado Oil is used in all four ORY® product lines.

Verification: Supported. Unrefined avocado oil has a green tint from chlorophyll; it is used for its emollient properties, not as a colorant.

Product line	Typical level	How ORY® uses it
Skincare	5–50%	Rich night oils, creams, balms, and body butters.
Haircare	5–50%	Deep-conditioning masks and hair oils.
Handmade Soap	5–20% of oils	Conditioning recipe oil.
Cosmetics	5–20%	Lip balms, cream sticks, and rich foundations.

Citations:

• • Burnett, C. L., et al. (2017). Safety assessment of plant-derived fatty acid oils. International Journal of Toxicology, 36(3 Suppl), 51S–129S. https://doi.org/10.1177/1091581817740569
    • What it shows: Reported uses.
  • S. Food and Drug Administration. Is It a Cosmetic, a Drug, or Both? (Or Is It Soap?) https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/cosmetics-laws-regulations/it-cosmetic-drug-or-both-or-it-soap
    • What it shows: FDA explains how soap is regulated.

7. Pros

Claim: A rich, nourishing oil with a CIR safety conclusion.

Verification: Supported. Well documented composition and long cosmetic use. Citations:

• • Burnett, C. L., et al. (2017). Safety assessment of plant-derived fatty acid oils. International Journal of Toxicology, 36(3 Suppl), 51S–129S. https://doi.org/10.1177/1091581817740569
    • What it shows: Safety conclusion.

8. Cons

Claim: Avocado oil is heavy for oily skin and fine hair, and its repair evidence is from animals.

Verification: Supported. We list these limits so you have the full picture:

• • Not ideal for oily faces or fine hair.
  • Animal evidence. Healing data are from rats.
  • Color and scent. Unrefined oil is green with a mild scent.

Citations:

• • de Oliveira, A. P., et al. (2013). Effect of semisolid formulation of Persea americana Mill (avocado) oil on wound healing in rats. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2013, 472382. https://doi.org/10.1155/2013/472382
    • What it shows: Animal study.

9. Safety Notes

Claim: Patch test before use; for external use only.

Verification: Supported. Follow these precautions:

• • Patch test any new product on a small area for 24–48 hours before full use.
  • If you have a nut or seed allergy, patch test carefully.
  • Store away from heat and light, and discard if it smells rancid.
  • Stop use if redness, burning, itching, or rash occurs, and talk to a healthcare provider.
  • For external use only. Avoid the eyes.
  • If you are pregnant, nursing, have a medical condition, or are buying for a child, ask a healthcare provider before use.

Citations:

• • Burnett, C. L., et al. (2017). Safety assessment of plant-derived fatty acid oils. International Journal of Toxicology, 36(3 Suppl), 51S–129S. https://doi.org/10.1177/1091581817740569
    • What it shows: Safety assessment.

Product-line notes

• • ORY^® Skincare: For external use only. Not for deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns.
  • ORY^® Haircare: Designed for scalp comfort and the look and feel of hair. Not intended to treat dandruff or scalp conditions, or to promote hair growth or prevent hair loss. If you notice sudden shedding or a persistent itchy, flaking scalp, see a dermatologist.
  • ORY^® Handmade Soap: Handmade soap is naturally alkaline, and each bar may vary slightly in color, scent, and texture. Not intended to treat eczema or any skin condition.
  • ORY^® Cosmetics: Lip products are not intended to treat or protect chapped or cracked lips. Do not share applicators, and replace any product that changes color, smell, or texture.

References

Peer-reviewed research

1. 1. Burnett, C. L., et al. (2017). Safety assessment of plant-derived fatty acid oils. International Journal of Toxicology, 36(3 Suppl), 51S–129S. https://doi.org/10.1177/1091581817740569
   2. de Oliveira, A. P., et al. (2013). Effect of semisolid formulation of Persea americana Mill (avocado) oil on wound healing in rats. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2013, 472382. https://doi.org/10.1155/2013/472382
   3. Lin, T. K., Zhong, L., & Santiago, J. L. (2018). Anti-inflammatory and skin barrier repair effects of topical application of some plant oils. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 19(1), 70. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms19010070
   4. Vaughn, A. R., Clark, A. K., Sivamani, R. K., & Shi, V. Y. (2018). Natural oils for skin-barrier repair: Ancient compounds now backed by modern science. American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 19(1), 103–117. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40257-017-0301-1

Government and regulatory sources

• • S. Food and Drug Administration. Is It a Cosmetic, a Drug, or Both? (Or Is It Soap?) https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/cosmetics-laws-regulations/it-cosmetic-drug-or-both-or-it-soap