Coconut oil is a natural ingredient that has many medicinal and moisturizing properties. It is obtained from the pulp of the coconut. Here are some details about coconut oil:
Positive:
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Emollient: Coconut oil is an excellent emollient, which means it helps to soften and soothe the skin.
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Moisturizing: Coconut oil is a great moisturizer for dry skin.
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Antifungal: Coconut oil has some antifungal activity.
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Wound healing: Coconut oil might help with wound healing.
Negative:
- Comedogenic: Coconut oil has a very high comedogenic rating (4 out of 5), which means it can clog pores and cause acne.
Ingredients or materials:
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Lauric acid: Coconut oils most important fatty acid is Lauric Acid (about 50%).
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Other fatty acids: Coconut oil contains 45-48% lauric acid, 16-18% myristic acid, 8-10% caprylic / capric acid, and other valuable fatty acids.
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Emulsifiers: DUROSOFT® PG4-O, STEPAN-MILD® GCC-FL/MB, and LIPOID H 100-3 are some examples of emulsifiers used in formulations containing coconut oil.
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Preservatives: Aquaguard® NK12 is a broad-spectrum preservative designed for use in skin-friendly formulations with pH values up to 5.5.
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Other ingredients: CosVivet Beeswax bleached, CosVivet Candelilla wax, KenaPure Colors and Pigments, and Cranberry Pro are some examples of other ingredients used in formulations containing coconut oil.
It is important to note that not all coconut oils are the same. For example, Arista Industries, Inc. offers an organic extra virgin coconut oil that is 100% natural and does not contain any additives, preservatives, or hazardous substances.
