What is Coconut Oil?

Coconut oil is extracted from the white flesh of the coconut. Our coconut oil is organic, cold-pressed and unrefined. As a result, it retains its full, subtle coconut scent and its natural composition. At room temperature the oil is often solid and white; in a warm environment it becomes clear and liquid.

How is Coconut Oil Made?

Coconut oil is made from ripe coconuts of the coconut palm, a tree that grows mainly in tropical regions such as the Philippines, Sri Lanka and Indonesia. The coconuts are first cracked open and the white flesh is removed. For cold-pressed, unrefined oil, this fresh flesh is pressed directly without high temperatures or chemical solvents. The oil is then filtered and ready for use.

For refined coconut oil, the flesh is first dried into copra and then chemically refined, bleached and deodorized. This may sound harmless, but natural vitamins and the typical coconut scent are lost in the process. Our unrefined variety therefore stays closer to nature.

Why is Coconut Oil So Special?

Coconut oil has a unique fatty acid composition. It consists of roughly 80 to 90% saturated fatty acids, with lauric acid as the main component (around 45 to 50%). Coconut oil also contains a significant share of medium-chain fatty acids such as capric acid and caprylic acid, which, thanks to their short chain length, are quickly absorbed by skin and hair. Because of its high saturated fat content, coconut oil is remarkably stable and has a long shelf life.

Benefits of Coconut Oil for Your Skin

Nourishes and protects the body
Coconut oil forms a rich, protective layer on the skin that helps prevent moisture loss. As a result, the skin feels soft, supple and hydrated after use.

Naturally cleansing action
The high lauric acid content is known for its natural cleansing properties, which makes coconut oil a fine ingredient for homemade soap and body wash.

Not recommended for the face
Coconut oil is wonderful for the body, but on the face it is too heavy and clogging for many people. For your face, a lighter oil such as jojoba oil, argan oil or squalane is a better choice.

Benefits of Coconut Oil for Your Hair

Truly penetrates the hair shaft
Thanks to its specific fatty acid structure, coconut oil is one of the few oils that can really penetrate the hair shaft, rather than only sitting on the outside.

Reduces protein loss during washing
This helps hair retain its proteins while washing, which is especially beneficial for dry, damaged or porous hair.

Adds shine and softness
Hair feels softer after use and gains a natural shine.

How to Use Coconut Oil

For the body, melt a small amount between your hands and apply it to your skin, preferably while still damp after showering. For your hair, apply a little melted coconut oil to dry hair as a hair mask, leave it on for at least 30 minutes or overnight, and then wash it out with shampoo.

Tips for Using Coconut Oil

• At room temperature coconut oil is often solid and white; above 24 to 26 degrees it becomes liquid and clear. Both forms are normal.
• Is the oil scooping out unevenly? Stir it well or let the jar stand at room temperature for a short while.
• Do not use coconut oil on the face. Lighter oils are more suitable for facial care.
• From 1 litre onwards, coconut oil is supplied in a plastic jar.