To enhance a moisturizer. Monounsaturated oils may readily penetrate into the hair strand [1].  Additionally, oils with a slight polarity tend to have an affinity for the cortex [2].  Because avocado oil has these two characteristics, it may easily penetrate into the cortex of the hair strand, which few oils can do.  Thus, it has the potential to enhance your current moisturizer.  Try mixing the oil with your store-bought product or into your homemade whipped butter.

2. As a carrier oil.  Avocado oil penetrates the skin fairly easily when compared to some oils, such as olive or almond [3].  It is also moderately low on the comedogenic scale (i.e., not as clogging as some other oils such as coconut).  Because of these qualities, it can make a great carrier oil for your essential oils.

3. To moisturize your scalp.  Avocado oil is nothing like other oils which leave a greasy film on the surface of the skin.  It readily melts into the epidermis, thus making it a useful option for moisturizing a dry scalp.