Avoid applying coconut oil directly to the skin in sensitive areas like the face. It can cause irritation and allergic reactions.
Shelf Life
Up to l year if stored in a cool, dark place.
Aroma
Smells like coconuts. Cold-pressed coconut oil has almost no smell at all. Extra virgin coconut oil has a strong coconut scent.
Viscosity
Coconut oil is a solid at room temperature. When you gently warm it up, it becomes liquid. Bringing the temperature of the oil slightly above 76° F will do the trick. You can do this by placing the container in a bowl of warm water. Coconut oil melts into your skin and leaves no residue.
Benefits
Coconut oil has the following benefits:
– Calming.
– Hair care.
– May improve insulin use.
– May lower cholesterol.
– Moisturizes skin.
– Protects skin from the elements.
– Repairs damaged tissue.
– Strengthens immune system.
– Stress relief.
Uses
Aromatherapy, topical application, product creation. It can be consumed if labeled as edible.
