Coconut Organic Virgin Oil, 100ml

INCI name: Cocos nucifera (coconut) oil *

Botanical name: Cocos nucifera

Part of the plant: Fresh coconut pulp

Obtaining process: First cold pressing

Origin of the plant: Philippines, Sri Lanka, Mozambique

Coconut oil is a popular and versatile carrier oil with numerous benefits for skin, hair, and overall well-being. Here are some of the key advantages of using coconut oil as a carrier oil:

1. Moisturizing and Nourishing:
- Coconut oil is rich in fatty acids, especially lauric acid, which provides excellent moisturization. It helps hydrate and nourish the skin, leaving it soft and supple.

2. Skin Barrier Protection:
- The fatty acids in coconut oil form a protective barrier on the skin, helping to retain moisture and protect against environmental stressors.

3. Anti-Inflammatory Properties:
- Coconut oil exhibits anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe and calm irritated skin. It may be beneficial for conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis.

4. Antimicrobial and Antibacterial:
- Due to its antimicrobial and antibacterial properties, coconut oil can help combat bacteria on the skin, making it suitable for acne-prone skin.

5. Gentle on Sensitive Skin:
- Coconut oil is generally well-tolerated and gentle on the skin, making it suitable for those with sensitive skin.

6. Hair Conditioning:
- As a hair conditioner, coconut oil helps moisturize and strengthen hair, reducing breakage and promoting a healthy scalp.

7. Easy Absorption:
- Coconut oil is easily absorbed by the skin, allowing for effective delivery of other beneficial compounds, such as essential oils, when used as a carrier oil.

8. Antioxidant Properties:
- Coconut oil contains antioxidants that can help protect the skin from oxidative stress and contribute to anti-aging benefits.

9. Massage Oil:
- Its smooth texture makes coconut oil an excellent choice for massage. It provides a gliding effect and can enhance the overall massage experience.

10. Versatility:
- Coconut oil is versatile and can be used in a variety of DIY skincare and haircare recipes. It blends well with essential oils and other carrier oils.

When using coconut oil as a carrier oil, it's important to choose high-quality, organic, and unrefined coconut oil for the best therapeutic benefits. Additionally, if you have allergies or skin sensitivities, it's advisable to perform a patch test before using coconut oil extensively.

Uses: Food
As a cold or hot seasoning

Make a moisturizing blend to use in the shower:
Fill an empty 100 or 200 ml bottle with coconut oil, and add 15 drops of Lavender or any other essential oil you prefer.
Shake well and use at the end of every shower - apply to your entire body and massage it in. Rinse with water and then dab dry with your towel.

• Dry skin
• Aging skin
• Normal skin

• Dry hair & scalp
• Eczema
• Psoriasis
• Sunburned skin

Main saturated fatty acids:
- Caprylic acid (C8:0): 0.8%
- Capric acid (C10:0): 9.2%%
- Lauric acid (C12:0): 45%
- Myristic acid (C14:0): 20.8%
- Palmitic acid (C16:0): 8.5%
- Stearic acid (C18:0): 2.3%

Quality: Virgin oil, 100% pure and natural, first cold pressed, without any chemical treatment. Food grade.

Culture: Product from organic farming, certified by the Bureau

Veritas Certification France, FR-BIO-10

Appearance: Creamy at room temperature

Color: White

Smell: Typical of fresh coconut

Density: 0.919 - 0.937

Saponification index: 250 to 265

Oxidative potential: Not very sensitive to oxidation. Store away from air, light, and heat.

Be careful not to confuse it with copra oil which comes from sun-dried coconut and who has a more rancid smell, and is less pleasant.

AB France certified

100% natural product

Propos Nature offer it in cosmetic and food quality

Not tested on animals

Raw materials compliant with respect for the environment

Without material from petrochemicals

Propos Nature favor small producers, artisans and fair trade

Store away from air, light, and heat

This oil crystallizes at room temperature. Pass the bottle under a stream of hot water to liquefy the oil if necessary

Shelf life (DLUO): 12 months after opening

Packaging: amber PET plastic and black service cap (100ml and 500ml) recyclable and reusable
Paper labels from sustainably managed forests (FSC)

100ml