About Organic Coconut Oil COCONUT OIL REFINED - CERTIFIED ORGANIC* Extracted from raw coconuts, Coconut oil is a highly saturated oil, rich in medium-chain fatty acids such as Lauric acid, Myristic acid, Caprylic acid and Palmitic acid, among many more. These properties are beneficial for our skins defensive barrier function, and help to keep skin strong, hydrated and youthful. AWO's Organic Refined Coconut Oil has been cold pressed, followed by a gentle refining process to remove impurities and reduce the scent & colour - In comparison to our Virgin Organic Coconut Oil it is much lighter in scent and only has a very mild coconut aroma. However, the two oils are rather similar when it comes to the benefits: When applied on the skin, Refined Coconut Oil is an excellent natural skin moisturiser and softener. It is highly valued when it comes to skincare as it penetrates and absorbs into the skin easily. For this reason, it can be particularly useful for soothing various skin conditions such as psoriasis, blisters and sunburn, as well as dry and cracked skin. It's also a prominent ingredient in personal care products such as shaving creams, skin exfoliants, and soaps; in fact, it is commonly used in cold process soaps as it lathers well. Coconut Oils antimicrobial properties can help to protect against and help repair skin infections such as athlete's foot, cellulitis and folliculitis. These antimicrobial properties, along with the anti-inflammatory & antibacterial properties have also seen huge benefits when it comes to treating and improving the appearance of acne. Using Coconut Oil on skin has also been seen to help boost collagen production, improving skin elasticity which is key for reducing and preventing fine lines & wrinkles. Coconut Oil is also highly valued in haircare as it has been seen to boost volume, shine and growth, while eliminating dandruff. Benefits & Uses Coconut Oil Key Benefits: Among many, some of the most notable Coconut Oil Benefits are; 100% Pure & Natural vegetable origin Highly versatile & suits most skin types Easily absorbed & penetrates deeply Anti-inflammatory & antioxidant action Antimicrobial, antiviral, antibacterial & antifungal properties Hydrating for dry and cracked skin Helps to repair blistered and sunburned skin Accelerates wound healing Helps prevent growth of damaging microorganisms Beneficial for treating acne, athlete's foot & folliculitis Promotes antioxidant and collagen levels May help improve dark spots, redness & uneven skin tone Antiaging benefits Healthy hair care benefits Can help eliminate dandruff Coconut Oil Uses: Listed below are just some of the popular uses for Coconut Oil: Soaps Shaving creams Skin exfoliants Shampoos & Conditioners Facial lotions & serums Face & Body oils Hair care products How To Use How to use Coconut Oil If you're wondering how you can use Coconut Oil, there are endless possibilities! You can use it on its own, or combined with other Carrier Oils and safe levels of Essential Oils. Massage: Use straight, or dilute a few drops of your favourite Essential Oil into 100ml of Coconut Oil to create a soothing and anti-inflammatory massage oil. If the oil is in its solid state, you can gently warm it in a double bowl of warm water. Hair Mask: Apply Coconut Oil directly to your scalp, hair roots, and ends of your hair, to create a nourishing, repairing, and growth-boosting hair mask. Leave for as long as desired and then shampoo well. Skincare Formulations: Coconut Oil makes for the perfect addition to your D.I.Y formulations such as soaps, body butters, lotions and