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Sure, everyone loves a perfectly ripe avocado —they’re vibrantly green, ultra photogenic, and tender yet firm enough to hold their shape when sliced and diced. But anyone who has ever bought one knows that they’re also fickle beasts. Wait a day too long, and you’ve got a depressing overripe situation on your hands. But all hope isn’t lost! While an overripe avocado may not look the most appetizing, it’s still edible (you know, as long as it doesn’t have actual mold on it). Just trim away the very dark areas and use it in recipes or as a DIY beauty treatment. Here, we rounded up 8 of the very best ways to save your overripe avocado from the compost pile. 1. Add them to scrambled eggs Perhaps the easiest way to use an overripe avocado is by simply mashing the flesh, whisking it with eggs , and cooking up the mixture up in a frying pan. (This tip comes courtesy of my dad, who has recently developed an avocado obsession after years of proclaiming his disdain for this vegg...
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How to use avocado for hair

Avocado is a delicious fruit that adds a healthy punch to any meal. The fat content, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and minerals also makes a great ingredient for your hair and skin. Learn how avocado oil hair can help tame frizz while promoting growth, shine, and more.
Benefits

Benefits of avocado oil

You can use avocado as the fruit or oil for your hair. The oil itself is rich in:
  • antioxidants
  • minerals
  • essential fatty acids
  • biotin
  • vitamins A, B-5, and E
Eating healthily is the best way to keep your hair strong. Biotin, vitamin B-5, and vitamin E all promote hair health. Add more avocado to your diet or swap your cooking oil with avocado oil to reap the benefits.
From the outside, avocado oil can benefit your hair, as well. Treating your hair with avocado can moisturize, repair, and strengthen your hair. A 2015 International Journal of Trichology study found that minerals like those in avocado oil can help seal cuticle cells, which can prevent hair from breaking.
Hair growth

How to use avocados for hair growth

Animal studies suggest that lavender and peppermint essential oils can promote hair growth. Avocado oil is commonly used as a carrier oil for essential oils. Mix an ounce of avocado oil with three to six drops of peppermint or lavender essential oil for a homemade hair treatment.
You can also massage a nickel-size amount of avocado oil onto your scalp. Avocado oil will help stimulate blood flow and unclog blocked follicles. These effects may help fight hair loss.
Your skin will absorb the oil easily, so don’t worry — it won't leave a greasy film on your scalp. If you do use too much avocado oil on your hair, you can wash it out thoroughly with a chemical-free shampoo until you feel the oil is gone.

How to use avocado oil for conditioning

Hair mask

You can purchase avocado-based hair masks at the store or make one in your own kitchen. For a lump-free, protein-rich hair treatment, whip together the following ingredients:
  • 1 avocado
  • 1 banana
  • 1 tbsp. avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp. coconut oil
  • 1 tbsp. honey
Mix solids in the blender to avoid a lumpy texture. Add the oil and honey after and apply the mask to your hair. Let the paste set for at least 20 minutes or up to three hours. Wash off the avocado mask with warm water or a chemical-free shampoo, depending on your preference.

How to use avocado oil as a hot oil treatment

What you need:
  • avocado oil
  • extra virgin coconut oil
  • warm towel
  • glass jar
  • saucepan
Steps:
  1. Boil water in a sauce pan.
  2. Use equal parts avocado oil and extra virgin coconut oil (3 to 5 tablespoons each, depending on the length of your hair) and combine in a glass jar. For an extra boost, add a few drops of an essential oil such as rosemary or lavender.
  3. Place the jar of oil in the hot water for a minute or two.
  4. Test the temperature of the oil on your wrist before applying to your hair.
  5. Gently massage the oil into washed hair and wrap it with a warm towel for up to 20 minutes.
  6. Wash the treatment out with warm water.
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