Avocados are not just for eating! A good source of biotin, avocados help to prevent dry skin and brittle hair Avocados are not just for eating! A good source of biotin, avocados help to prevent dry skin and brittle hair and nails. When applied topically, they can hydrate parched skin. A tip from 1,801 Home Remedies: Create a moisturizing mask. Pit the fruit, puree the pulp, and pat it on your face