Coconut oil is one of those ingredients that is great in the kitchen and on your skin. But why? Let's dive into it! 

Coconut oil is extracted from the meat of a mature coconut fruit found on palm trees called cocos nucifera. Different methods and chemical processes are used to extract the oil, and for the skin, extra-virgin organic coconut oil is recommended. This is the best for the skin because it is removed from the coconut retaining its nutrients.

Coconut oil is so rich in medium-chain fatty acids that it is primarily a moisturizer. Aside from being a hydrator, it can act as a skin barrier. It protects your body against environmental threats. This protective layer repairs cracks on your skin's outer part; it can kill microorganisms, making it harder for bacteria to enter and start an infection. It prevents acne, cellulitis, folliculitis, and athlete's foot. It also contains anti-inflammatory (helping with conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and contact dermatitis) and antioxidant properties, which can heal wounds.

This oil is solid at room temperature but, when heated, can soften or even melt. 

Coconut oil also has a natural SPF of 4-5, which, with its antioxidant properties, helps neutralize and prevent free radicals and UV rays from reaching your skin. 

The best type of coconut oil for your skin would be unrefined. Refined and unrefined are both high in fatty acids, but unrefined coconut oil has a higher content of phytonutrients. These phytonutrients are what hold the antiaging properties that we want. Another huge advantage is that unrefined coconut oil is free is pesticides, chemicals, or additives.

The bottom line is that virgin (unrefined) coconut oil is the better choice, given its health benefits. We are all different and can have different reactions to skincare products. We recommend trying some that contain coconut oil to see if they work for you. Chances are it will! Nurture your skin in the best, natural way possible. You are worth it!