Organic Virgin Coconut Oil

The coconut tree is an integral part of the pacific identity. It is known as the tree of life, one of its greatest natural products is virgin coconut oil.

Our organic cold pressed virgin coconut oil is the most natural form of coconut oil. It is extracted from the coconut flesh with a minimal amount of processing which means that no heat or chemical compounds are used during the process.

Mature cold
pressed coconuts

The kernels are obtained from mature coconuts under hygienic conditions. Utilising the cold pressed method enables the coconut oil to retain almost all the important biologically active components present naturally in the coconut kernel.

Our organic cold pressed virgin coconut oil is wholesome and healthy. The most delightful part is the lauric acid content. This amazing compound is rare in nature, except in mother’s milk. Virgin coconut oil also works to boost the immune system, aid in mineral absorption and has antimicrobial properties that help fight off bacteria and illness. Our virgin coconut oil is completely unrefined – therefore 100% pure this ensures that the oil retains all the natural goodness of the coconut in its natural form.

Supports skin health

Coconut oil has this amazing and rather rare property that it is very effective when taken internally as well as when used topically. It has multiple health benefits for the skin. It protects and nurtures the skin cells which is why it has been used for skin care for generations in tropical regions. There are several examples where coconut oil is considered to be a beauty secret, such as that of Fijian women.

Coconut oil is composed of:

Caprylic Acid

This fatty acid makes up approximately 8% of coconut oil and has strong anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal properties which make it an effective treatment for numerous skin conditions.

Capric Acid

Is an excellent emollient and can help to moisturise skin, capric acid makes up approximately 7% of coconut oil.

Lauric Acid

Lauric acid makes up roughly 49% of coconut oil and has been linked to being the main reason for all of coconut oils benefits. Some research suggests that this acid can help with weight loss, reduce the likelihood of Alzheimer’s and more.

Myristic Acid

Most commonly myristic acid is used as a cleansing agent in cosmetics and makes up approximately 8% of coconut oil.

Palmitic Acid

Making up approximately 8% of coconut oil, palmitic acid is most often used as an emollient to soften skin or as a moisturiser in skincare.

Stearic Acid

This acid is commonly used in skincare products as an emulsifier but also is used in hair care products for its ability to protect and condition hair. Stearic acid makes up approximately 2% of coconut oil.

Oleic Acid

Oleic acid makes up roughly 6% of coconut oil and is used in many skincare products that target dry and aging skin as it is easily absorbed by the skin and is highly moisturizing.

Linoleic Acid

Linoleic acid comprises of about 2% of coconut oil and is amazing at strengthening the skin barrier so it can better retain moisture and keep harmful irritants out.

Defending skin from damaging microorganisms

The fatty acids that coconut oil contains, namely lauric and capric acid, are fantastic at keeping skin healthy due to their antimicrobial properties that means they kill harmful microorganisms that can grow on our skin. Common skin infections such as acne, folliculitis and cellulitis are caused by fungi and bacteria which the lauric and capric acid in coconut oil help to kill. What does this mean? Coconut oil can prevent and treat various skin infections caused by microbes. Effectively treats and prevents inflammation, swelling and pain caused by skin infections.

Treats Acne

The anti-inflammatory properties that coconut oil has means it has the ability to help treat acne, which is an inflammatory condition. Not only this but both lauric and capric acid which are present in coconut oil have been shown to be capable of killing acne causing bacteria. What does this mean? Coconut oil can prevent and treat infections that cause acne.

Dry Skin & Eczema

Coconut oil has been found to be a highly effective moisturiser for dry and cracked skin. Coconut oil helps to hydrate skin and reinforce its natural defensive barrier to better retain moisture which means coconut oil for dry skin is fantastic. Skin moisture is retained with the help of amino acids and lipids in the skin, which prevent water loss. Due to environmental factors, these lipids are sometimes lost or decreased, making the skin susceptible to drying. Our moisturisers prevent this by forming a coating on the skin and keeping it hydrated. Coconut oil acts as an excellent moisturiser. When applied topically to the skin, it helps in retaining moisture and keeps skin healthy. Coconut oil helps in moisturizing and softening of dry skin caused by various diseases like Eczema. It also prevents water loss and keeps the skin hydrated.

Coconut oil is composed of:

Even Skin Tone

Coconut oil for skin has been known to help reduce dark spots, soothe facial redness and help to fix an uneven skin tone.

Reduce Signs of Ageing Skin

As one of the benefits of coconut oil for skin is that it helps to increase the natural production of collagen, this helps to improve skin elasticity for firmer skin. Improved skin elasticity also means fine lines and wrinkles are less likely to appear.

Soften Skin

Several of the fatty acids that coconut oil contains, such as capric acid, are excellent emollients that help to soften skin.

Protects from sunburns

Using coconut oil protects the skin from sunburn. Coconut oil has been used since long in tropical countries as suntan oil. Even today several lotions have coconut oil as an ingredient.

Coconut oil absorbs a decent amount of UV rays and can protect the skin from its harmful effects.

Insect Bites

Coconut oil can be applied to insect bites such as that of mosquitoes, ants, etc. This decreases burning and itching sensation. Again, antimicrobial properties of coconut oil come into the picture.

Organic Virgin Coconut Oil

Extracted from

Coconut Flesh