Description:
Coconut Oil is a natural oil extracted from the meat of mature coconuts. It is obtained through a process of cold-pressing or expeller-pressing the coconut meat to extract the oil. Known for its rich moisturizing and conditioning properties, Coconut Oil has become a popular ingredient in various skincare and beauty formulations.
Benefits:
- Deep moisturization: Coconut Oil is highly emollient, providing deep hydration to the skin. It helps to lock in moisture, keeping the skin soft and supple.
- Nourishing and soothing: The oil is rich in fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants, which nourish the skin and help soothe dryness, irritation, and redness.
- Skin barrier protection: Coconut Oil forms a protective barrier on the skin's surface, helping to prevent moisture loss and protecting against environmental stressors.
- Gentle cleansing: It can be used as a natural and gentle makeup remover and cleanser, effectively removing dirt, impurities, and even waterproof makeup.
- Hair conditioning: Coconut Oil has excellent conditioning properties for the hair. It helps to moisturize and smooth dry, damaged hair, promoting shine and manageability.
Usage: Coconut Oil can be used in various ways to enhance skincare and beauty routines.
Recommended Usage:
- Moisturizer: Apply a small amount of Coconut Oil to clean, dry skin and massage it in gently until absorbed. It can be used on the face, body, hands, and cuticles.
- Lip balm: Use a small amount of Coconut Oil to moisturize and nourish dry lips.
- Hair mask: Apply Coconut Oil to damp hair, focusing on the ends, and leave it on for a few hours or overnight for deep conditioning. Wash out thoroughly.
- Makeup remover: Gently massage Coconut Oil onto the face, including the eye area, to dissolve makeup. Wipe off with a cotton pad or rinse with warm water.
- Body scrub: Mix Coconut Oil with sugar or salt to create a homemade body scrub for exfoliation and moisturization.
Solubility: Coconut Oil is not water-soluble but can be easily mixed with other oils, butters, and oil-based ingredients.
Applications:
- Skincare Products: creams, lotions, balms, body oils, lip balms
- Hair Care Products: conditioners, hair masks, hair oils
- Soapmaking (optional): Coconut Oil is commonly used in handmade soaps for its moisturizing and lathering properties.
Storage: To preserve the quality of Coconut Oil, store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent oxidation and maintain its freshness. In warmer temperatures, Coconut Oil may solidify, but it will liquefy again when warmed gently
HLB: 8
Extraction method: Cold-press
Country of origin: Sri Lanka
Country of packing: Saudi Arabia