Coconut oil is widely used in cosmetics due to its numerous benefits for the skin and hair. Here are some of its advantages in the cosmetic field:
- Skin Moisturization: Coconut oil is rich in fatty acids, such as lauric acid, which help nourish and hydrate the skin deeply. It helps retain moisture and prevent dehydration, leaving the skin soft and supple.
- Antibacterial Properties: The lauric acid present in coconut oil has antibacterial and antifungal properties, making it an effective natural ingredient for combating skin infections, acne, and other issues related to bacteria or fungi.
- Soothing Effect: Coconut oil can help soothe skin irritations such as itching, redness, and inflammation. It is gentle on the skin and can be used on sensitive skin.
- Mild Sun Protection: Coconut oil has a low sun protection factor (SPF) of about 4 to 6. While it cannot replace proper sun protection, it can offer some protection against UV rays when used as an ingredient in sun care products.
- Hair Conditioning: Coconut oil is beneficial for hair as it can penetrate the hair shaft and help retain moisture. It can reduce frizz, improve hair shine and softness, and aid in detangling.
- Natural Makeup Remover: Coconut oil can be used as a gentle and effective makeup remover. It can dissolve makeup, including waterproof mascara, while moisturizing the skin.
For glowing, beautiful, smooth skin, nothing beats the natural goodness of coconut oil. 100% pure, organic, virgin coconut oil is quickly absorbed, making it ideal for dry skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis and general dryness. It also has anti-fungal properties which can help against fungal infections.
Rich in vitamin E and anti-fungal properties, our soap is great for your skin and here's why: Cleansing: The lather left behind after washing away coconut oil soap is rich in fatty acids, which help remove blemish-causing dirt and bacteria. Market research shows that this natural soap will leave your skin feeling smooth and clean without the usual tightness and dryness often associated with soaps. Moisturising: Packed with natural moisturisers like glycerine, coconut oil soap helps to sustain the skin's moisture barrier while softening your skin at the same time. Anti-inflammatory: Because of its anti-bacterial properties, it can help to reduce redness, itching and swelling on the skin. This gentle soap can also be used to alleviate sunburns as well as cuts, scrapes and burns.
This luxurious coconut oil soap combines the gentle cleansing of pure white castile soap with soothing, hydrating virgin coconut oil. Its smooth, creamy lather leaves your skin feeling soft and silky. With its deodorising properties it can also help to eliminate body odour and make you smell great. It doesn’t leave any sticky after-feel on your skin so it is great for a busy morning when you need to get going as soon as you are clean. It even removes stubborn makeup!