Coconut oil is a white solid fat below 25°C and a clear thin liquid oil in warmer climates. It is composed of fatty acids such as caprylic acid C-8:0 (8%), capric acid C-10:0 (7%), lauric acid C-12:0 (49%), myristic acid C-14:0 (8%), palmitic acid C-16:0 (8%), stearic acid C-18:0 (2%), oleic acid C-18:1 (6%) and 2% of C-18:2 linoleic acid
. Coconut oil has a comedogenic rating of 4, which means it has a high likelihood of clogging pores and causing acne
. Coconut oil is used as a food oil and in industrial applications for cosmetics and detergent production. It is recommended for cold process soap up to 33 percent, lotions and creams 3 to 5 percent, and balms 3 to 10 percent
. Organic Fiji's coconut oil for cooking is USDA certified organic, raw, cold- pressed, and extra-virgin. It is resistant to oxidation at high heat levels due to its antioxidant levels
