INCI
Cocos nucifera kernel oil
Certification
Certified organic, BioGro
Appearance
Clear when liquid; white when solid. Solid at room temperature.
Plant parts used
Flesh
Extraction method
Expeller pressed
Refinement
Refined, bleached, deodorised (RBD)
Purity
100%
Origin
Philippines
Usage rate
Up to 100%
Typical fatty acid profile
Lauric: 45 - 55% Myristic: 8 - 20% Palmitic: 7 - 10% Linoleic: 1 - 4% Caprylic: 5 - 10% Capric: 4 - 9% Oleic: 4 - 8% Stearic: 1 - 4%
Absorption rate
Slow
Skin type recommended
Very dry skin and full body use
Vegan
Yes
Palm oil
No
Animal tested