High Praise for Virgin Lands Avocado Oil
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free skin care · Fri Jan 30, 2009 7:29 pm

Product: Virgin Lands 100% Hass Avocado Oil Unrefined, Cold Extraction

Color: Green

Price: About $10

Where: Whole Foods Market

What I like about it: It helps to keep my skin hydrated. It also makes my skin soft and reduces pore size.

Usage: Night time (or if skin feels dry after cleansing, then very lightly in the morning)

free skin care · Fri Jan 30, 2009 10:51 pm

I am in love with avocado oil, it's one of my favorites. Here are a few facts regarding how great it is for our skin.

Avocado oil is rich in the essential fatty acids Omega 3 and Omega 9 to assist in keeping your skin strong and hydrated. Plus it's packed with Vitamins A, B1, B2, and D + E.

* bursting with anti-ageing antioxidants
* is highly compatible with our skin’s own sebum
* has natural sun-screening properties higher than those found in other plant oils
* contains lecithin, a natural humectant that * keeps your skin beautifully moist
* features phytosterols, a group of plant ingredients which provide protection from water loss in the skin and increase the surface lipids
* offers salvation for all skin types from sensitive, dry to oily
* is fabulously moisturizing, soothing and protective.

A quick google will bring up much more on the benefits of this amazing oil!

free skin care · Sat Jan 31, 2009 2:16 pm

Oh yeah, Kassy got me hooked on avocado oil too! It's thick enough to really protect against the harsh winter elements and dry air.
ruk1, how big a bottle do you get for $10? Does it have a fragrance? I don't mind the green color as long as it doesn't stain....does it? Sounds great!!

free skin care · Sat Jan 31, 2009 10:44 pm

fawnie wrote:

Oh yeah, Kassy got me hooked on avocado oil too! It's thick enough to really protect against the harsh winter elements and dry air.
ruk1, how big a bottle do you get for $10? Does it have a fragrance? I don't mind the green color as long as it doesn't stain....does it? Sounds great!!

Fawnie, it's 8.25 fl.oz. or 250 ml. Great deal! I've been using it for close to 6 months. The green color does not stain. It absorbs into the skin after you massage it in.

free skin care · Sat Jan 31, 2009 10:45 pm

Kassy_A wrote:

I am in love with avocado oil, it's one of my favorites. Here are a few facts regarding how great it is for our skin.

Avocado oil is rich in the essential fatty acids Omega 3 and Omega 9 to assist in keeping your skin strong and hydrated. Plus it's packed with Vitamins A, B1, B2, and D + E.

* bursting with anti-ageing antioxidants
* is highly compatible with our skin’s own sebum
* has natural sun-screening properties higher than those found in other plant oils
* contains lecithin, a natural humectant that * keeps your skin beautifully moist
* features phytosterols, a group of plant ingredients which provide protection from water loss in the skin and increase the surface lipids
* offers salvation for all skin types from sensitive, dry to oily
* is fabulously moisturizing, soothing and protective.

A quick google will bring up much more on the benefits of this amazing oil!

Thanks for posting these benefits. I had no idea it has natural sunscreen property. This is great to know. I'll start using it in the morning, too, then.

free skin care · Sun Feb 01, 2009 10:01 am

That's a really good price you got. I paid about $16 for an 8.45oz one at Jewel (diff brand). I bought mine to use for cooking, but might sneek it in for topical use sometime too.

Kassy - any idea how it compares to emu oil? I have very oily skin and can use just a drop of emu w/out causing any problems or shine on my skin.

free skin care · Sun Feb 01, 2009 10:42 am

foxe wrote:

Kassy - any idea how it compares to emu oil? I have very oily skin and can use just a drop of emu w/out causing any problems or shine on my skin.

Pure Emu oil (from birds) is great stuff, and has many of the same properties as Avocado;

Emu oil naturally contains Vitamin E, which is a major antioxidant and healing agent; Vitamin A, a known skin repairer and antioxidant; Linoleic acid, which helps to ease muscle aches and joint pain; Oleic acid, which is a proven skin cell regenerator and anti-wrinkle agent; Sapogens, proven skin softeners; and Terpines, known antiseptics.

Check out this site for much more info on Emu;

http://www.emuoilguide.com/

I often think that folks with oily skin tend to stay away from oils thinking it will make matters worse, when in fact the right oils can often rectify the problem.. Emu and Avocado share quite a few of the same properties that are totally compatible to our skins sebum, so me's thinking, when applied to the skin sparingly and then massaged in, it would actually break up/soften the hardened sebum in clogged pores, and allow for easier emptying..

I don't have oily skin, but if I did I would try the following; (In fact this is great for any skin type, and I practice it regularly on my normal skin..Dry girls will really love it;)

- Cleanse with a gentle cleanser (harsh cleansers will strip the skin, and actually cause more sebum to be produced!)

- Now I would press a nice hot damp washcloth on face + neck to open the pores and bring all the oxygen enriched blood to the surface.

- Now it would be time to take several drops of any of the following oils, or even a combination of them, (emu, avocado, palm, squalane), and massage it all over face + neck (including eye area) for several minutes.. Give yourself a really good massage, and really get the blood pumping!

- Whatever your skin needs will be absorbed in about 10 minutes, and the rest can be easily blotted away with the hot damp washcloth again as a final step. (Don't be surprised if your skin drinks it all in!) Many will be surprised to find, they need no additional moisturizer, and the skin will be moist, soft and glowing! Doing this several times per week (or even nightly) will really give you a very happy skin, and reduce the need for expensive moisturizers that are loaded with chemicals.

ETA: Personally I don't use the birdie or shark oils, and opt for the vegetable/fruit variety of oils.

free skin care · Sun Feb 01, 2009 11:06 am

foxe wrote:

That's a really good price you got. I paid about $16 for an 8.45oz one at Jewel (diff brand). I bought mine to use for cooking, but might sneek it in for topical use sometime too.

Kassy - any idea how it compares to emu oil? I have very oily skin and can use just a drop of emu w/out causing any problems or shine on my skin.

Foxe,

I would be cautious with avocado oil on oily skin types. It can aggravate acne and clogged pores in oily skins. It's better suited for dry skin types. There are many other better suited oils for oily skins. Here is a great site to research carrier oils. You will see a sampler pack for oily skin, where you can try out some appropriate COs for your skin type. I've used hazelnut by itself and mixed 50/50 with argan and that works well for me. If you are oily, the hazelnut has a alittle astingent quality and it also has natural sunscreen properties. I would use only when you feel really dry though. You don't want to get overly dependent on it. You want your skin to start producing it's own moisture naturally.

http://www.naturesgift.com/aromatherapycar_ord.htm

free skin care · Sun Feb 01, 2009 7:37 pm

I don't have oily skin, so the avocado oil is ok for me.

free skin care · Sun Feb 01, 2009 7:39 pm

[quote="Kassy_A"](Don't be surprised if your skin drinks it all in!)quote]

My skin seems to be doing that when I use the oil ~ drinks it all in.

Sun Feb 01, 2009 9:18 pm

Kassy_A wrote:

I am in love with avocado oil, it's one of my favorites. Here are a few facts regarding how great it is for our skin.

Avocado oil is rich in the essential fatty acids Omega 3 and Omega 9 to assist in keeping your skin strong and hydrated. Plus it's packed with Vitamins A, B1, B2, and D + E.

* bursting with anti-ageing antioxidants
* is highly compatible with our skin’s own sebum
* has natural sun-screening properties higher than those found in other plant oils
* contains lecithin, a natural humectant that * keeps your skin beautifully moist
* features phytosterols, a group of plant ingredients which provide protection from water loss in the skin and increase the surface lipids
* offers salvation for all skin types from sensitive, dry to oily
* is fabulously moisturizing, soothing and protective.

A quick google will bring up much more on the benefits of this amazing oil!

Does the avocado oil have to be diluted with anything or used straight from the bottle? Thanks.[/size]

free skin care · Mon Feb 02, 2009 12:18 am

kathyt wrote:

Does the avocado oil have to be diluted with anything or used straight from the bottle? Thanks.[/size]

You can do whatever works for you. If I use it in the day, I thin it down. At night I often mix it with other oils, or just straight on it's own..

Your skin will always tell you what it likes. Just make sure you listen to it!

free skin care · Mon Feb 02, 2009 1:56 pm

kathyt wrote:

Kassy_A wrote:

I am in love with avocado oil, it's one of my favorites. Here are a few facts regarding how great it is for our skin.

Avocado oil is rich in the essential fatty acids Omega 3 and Omega 9 to assist in keeping your skin strong and hydrated. Plus it's packed with Vitamins A, B1, B2, and D + E.

* bursting with anti-ageing antioxidants
* is highly compatible with our skin’s own sebum
* has natural sun-screening properties higher than those found in other plant oils
* contains lecithin, a natural humectant that * keeps your skin beautifully moist
* features phytosterols, a group of plant ingredients which provide protection from water loss in the skin and increase the surface lipids
* offers salvation for all skin types from sensitive, dry to oily
* is fabulously moisturizing, soothing and protective.

A quick google will bring up much more on the benefits of this amazing oil!

Does the avocado oil have to be diluted with anything or used straight from the bottle? Thanks.[/size]

I have never used it diluted. In the morning, I used a very small amount, and rub on my palms before I pat them on my face so it won't get too oily. At night, I slather it on and massage it in well. It feels very good on my skin. It just seems to drink it all in. I wake up with a fresh look to the skin.

free skin care · Tue Feb 03, 2009 1:41 pm

I became interested in this oil after checking through the ingredients in Karin Herzog's Vitamin H cream. Just bought a bottle from GOW (8oz. $7.25 US Unrefined cold pressed).

I'm going to add this and a bit of carrot oil to my homemade sunscreen because they're both great for UV protection - both oils are already in the Vit. H. so just adding a little bit more.

Mainly I bought it for a hair treatment (and extra skin moisturizing if needed). Apparently both the avocado and carrot oils are excellent for hair, promoting growth, etc.

I searched all over the net and it is very difficult to find organic avocado oil. If I did find it, was usually refined (not as potent) or from New Zealand (too far).

free skin care · Tue Feb 03, 2009 3:08 pm

oriana808 wrote:

I became interested in this oil after checking through the ingredients in Karin Herzog's Vitamin H cream. Just bought a bottle from GOW (8oz. $7.25 US Unrefined cold pressed).

I'm going to add this and a bit of carrot oil to my homemade sunscreen because they're both great for UV protection - both oils are already in the Vit. H. so just adding a little bit more.

Mainly I bought it for a hair treatment (and extra skin moisturizing if needed). Apparently both the avocado and carrot oils are excellent for hair, promoting growth, etc.

I searched all over the net and it is very difficult to find organic avocado oil. If I did find it, was usually refined (not as potent) or from New Zealand (too far).

That's a good price from GOW. Let us know how you like it.

free skin care · Tue Feb 03, 2009 3:32 pm

The price is comparable I believe - have to pay extra for exchange rate and shipping cost. I didn't even know there was a Whole Foods Market right around the corner from where I work... well now I do Smile

. I'll have to wander over and see if they have it and how much in Cdn. $.

Will keep you posted but it will be a week or so.

free skin care · Tue Feb 03, 2009 9:39 pm

oriana808 wrote:

The price is comparable I believe - have to pay extra for exchange rate and shipping cost. I didn't even know there was a Whole Foods Market right around the corner from where I work... well now I do Smile

. I'll have to wander over and see if they have it and how much in Cdn. $.

Will keep you posted but it will be a week or so.

True! I forgot about the shipping cost and exchange rate. GOW is reasonable with shipping cost but I don't know how much it is to ship something to canada.

free skin care · Fri Feb 13, 2009 12:04 pm

They definitely have avocado oil at Whole Foods, in their grocery section and their health and beauty section. For Vancouver girls there is also a wonderful local brand that is sold in Whole foods called Natures Creations. All their facial oils contain avocado oil plus lot's of other great oils for the skin.

free skin care · Fri Feb 13, 2009 1:09 pm

NewDirections has it for about $9 a liter...
I use their products all the time - they are a very reputable wholesaler, they perform thorough product checks and tests.

free skin care · Fri Feb 13, 2009 4:33 pm

zverenok wrote:

NewDirections has it for about $9 a liter...
I use their products all the time - they are a very reputable wholesaler, they perform thorough product checks and tests.

Is this for the Virgin Lands avocado oil? Wow, $9 a liter is cheap, but it will take forever to use it up. The size I got I just used half, and it's been several months now.

free skin care · Fri Feb 13, 2009 6:58 pm

I went to the Oakville and Yorkville Whole Foods Market website but cannot find Virgin Lands avocado oil.

Can somebody tell me where I can get this in Toronto and how much does it cost?

Thanks.

free skin care · Wed Feb 18, 2009 11:39 am

Mely09 wrote:

I went to the Oakville and Yorkville Whole Foods Market website but cannot find Virgin Lands avocado oil.

Can somebody tell me where I can get this in Toronto and how much does it cost?

Thanks.

I'm not in Canada, but I found mine in the cooking oil section. The bottle is dark green with a picture of the Hass avocado on it. Have you asked someone who works in the store to help you find it?

free skin care · Wed Feb 18, 2009 8:36 pm

Kassy_A wrote:

I am in love with avocado oil, it's one of my favorites. Here are a few facts regarding how great it is for our skin.

Avocado oil is rich in the essential fatty acids Omega 3 and Omega 9 to assist in keeping your skin strong and hydrated. Plus it's packed with Vitamins A, B1, B2, and D + E.

* bursting with anti-ageing antioxidants
* is highly compatible with our skin’s own sebum
* has natural sun-screening properties higher than those found in other plant oils
* contains lecithin, a natural humectant that * keeps your skin beautifully moist
* features phytosterols, a group of plant ingredients which provide protection from water loss in the skin and increase the surface lipids
* offers salvation for all skin types from sensitive, dry to oily
* is fabulously moisturizing, soothing and protective.

A quick google will bring up much more on the benefits of this amazing oil!

This information has me really wanting to try avocado oil... Or using in DIY!

free skin care · Thu Feb 19, 2009 9:08 am

Mely09 wrote:

I went to the Oakville and Yorkville Whole Foods Market website but cannot find Virgin Lands avocado oil.

Can somebody tell me where I can get this in Toronto and how much does it cost?

Thanks.

I looked on the website as well but I don't think they put every item in the store online. Have yet to walk over there as it's a bit of a jaunt from work. You could try looking in health food stores. As long as it's cold pressed unrefined it should be ok I would think.

I ordered mine from GOW. I looked all over the net and found GOW to be reliable because some places don't specify whether the oil is refined or unrefined, and also I wanted to order other items from them.

Just started using mine and it's great! Can't wait to try a oil treatment on my hair.

free skin care · Thu Feb 19, 2009 11:47 pm

oriana808 wrote:

Mely09 wrote:

I went to the Oakville and Yorkville Whole Foods Market website but cannot find Virgin Lands avocado oil.

Can somebody tell me where I can get this in Toronto and how much does it cost?

Thanks.

I looked on the website as well but I don't think they put every item in the store online. Have yet to walk over there as it's a bit of a jaunt from work. You could try looking in health food stores. As long as it's cold pressed unrefined it should be ok I would think.

I ordered mine from GOW. I looked all over the net and found GOW to be reliable because some places don't specify whether the oil is refined or unrefined, and also I wanted to order other items from them.

Just started using mine and it's great! Can't wait to try a oil treatment on my hair.

I did not know you can use the oil in your hair as well. Could you please share how you plan to use it?

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