Virgin Coconut Oil

Description

Coconut oil is obtained by cold pressing of the pulp contained in the homonymous plant fruits (botanical name: Cocos nucifera ). The product is not refined, i.e. it is not subjected to a bleaching or deodorization process. This way it retains the original taste and smell of fresh coconuts.

Appearance

At room temperature it looks like a white and solid oil, with the consistency of butter. It begins to melt from 20-22 C °, becoming a semi-transparent oily liquid. For this reason, coconut oil is solid in the winter and liquid in the summer. If you want to keep it solid, you can still keep it in the fridge. In any case, it is an oil that does not deteriorate with heat.

What is it for?

Coconut oil has countless uses and can be used both in cooking and for personal care. Here are some possible uses.

Use in the kitchen

• sautéed : given its composition, where saturated fats predominate, coconut oil has a rather high smoke point (177 °) and can be used as an oil for sautéing. Just place it in a pan and wait for it to melt (if it is solid) then add the ingredients - vegetables, legumes, fish, etc. - and cook them as usual.
• to make desserts : coconut oil goes very well with all desserts and can be used instead of butter as an ingredient in cakes, biscuits, pies, etc.

Cosmetic use

1. For dry and chapped skin

Coconut oil is very nourishing and has a soothing and anti-inflammatory action. It is perfect for dry, chapped and dehydrated skin. On the other hand, it is not recommended for those with very oily skin.

2. For dry, damaged and damaged hair

Lauric acid, of which coconut oil is rich, has a nourishing, emollient and repairing action on the hair. This oil is particularly suitable for dry, damaged and worn, damaged by dyes and other aggressive treatments. Coconut oil restores the right level of hydration, restoring shine and softness, repairing split ends over time. However, it is not suitable for those with very oily hair.

3. As an eye contour

Coconut oil is also used as a remedy for wrinkles, especially around the eyes. Just apply a few drops in the eye area and spread the oil well until completely absorbed. This not only helps keep the skin hydrated and smooth out wrinkles, but also bags and dark circles.

4. As a makeup remover

Coconut oil can be applied to the face to remove makeup. Just a few drops to apply directly with your hands, massaging with circular movements, or you can apply the product with a pad. Gently insist especially on the eye area, then rinse with warm water and with the help of a cotton or microfibre cloth. The oil is excellent for removing make-up, also for waterproof make-up, and has a strengthening effect on the eyelashes as well.

5. In the case of Skin irritations

Although there are more effective natural remedies in these situations, coconut oil can still help us as a soothing agent, in case of insect bites, burns and skin irritations of various types. Simply apply a small amount of coconut oil directly to the irritated area one or more times a day, then massage in gently. If you wish, you can increase the effectiveness of this remedy by adding a drop of lavender officinalis essential oil.

6. As after sun

After taking a shower, apply a little coconut oil on the skin, massaging well until completely absorbed. Coconut oil is very effective for skin reddened by the sun.

7. As a natural deodorant

Coconut oil fatty acids act against odors caused by armpit, skin and neck bacteria. Just apply a small amount of product through circular massages, two or three times a day if necessary.