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As one of our leading soap making oils, we can tell that soap makers have taken a special liking to Coconut Oil. With it’s rich and luxurious qualities, we can definitely see why! For centuries, Coconut Oil has been known to be a natural skin conditioner, and some people even say that when it’s consumed, it even helps with weight loss… which is an amazing thought considering Coconut Oil consists of more than 90% of saturated fat!

Coconut Oil for Skin Care

Being that most of you are soap makers, (or in the health and beauty business), we know that your number one priority is your customer’s skin. There aren’t many ingredients better than coconut oil when considering how many people suffer from dry and itchy skin. Coconut oil is an excellent massage oil for the skin as well. It acts as an effective moisturizer on all types of skin including dry skin and problem skin. The benefits of coconut oil on the skin is comparable to that of mineral oil.

The small molecular structure of coconut oil allows for optimal absorption through skin, leaving it with a smooth and soft texture. Coconut Oil makes an ideal ointment for the relief of dry, rough skin… especially during these cold winter months.

Coconut Oil Also:

- Delays Wrinkles and Saggy skin that often come with aging.

- Helps treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis.

- Helps heal skin that has been scared or damaged.

- Doesn’t leave a greasy feeling like many moisturizing oils do.

- Creates a natural soap with no parabens or sulphates.

- Helps reverse Acne (some may say it’s a bit too clogging, but we have heard quite a few people say that it works). This likely depends on your skin and underlying causes of Acne.

- Makes a great “After-Sun” cream

- Helps many fight Dandruff when used in shampoo. (raw, cold pressed)

- Is rich in Lauric Acid – and this is good!

- It’s multi-tasking! See 6 Healthy Uses for Coconut Oil