Persea americana, synonymously known as P. gratissima, bears a fruit commonly called avocado. Unlike other vegetable fats, avocado has sufficient vitamin A to provide resistance against bacterial infection. To enhance and preserve the skin`s resiliency, avocado is often used in the cosmetic industry. The plant is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as menorrhagia, hypertension, stomachache, bronchitis, diarrhea, and diabetes. Avocado is also a folk remedy to treat small cuts and wounds, relieve pain and itchiness caused by sunburn, and treat skin irritation.