C like Coco

Coconut oil, in synergy with other oils, coconut oil blends seamlessly, provides a pleasant skin feel, and leaves no greasy film. Coconut oil is highly appealing to impurities, drawing them out—eliminating the need for harsh water-based cleansing that can dry the skin. It alternates naturally between solid and liquid states.

Where is it found?

Coconut oil is a vegetable oil extracted from the pulp of coconuts. It is widely used in cosmetics for its numerous health and skin benefits. Today, Indonesia, the Philippines, India, and Brazil are the main producers.

What are its cosmetic benefits?

• Nourishing: prevents skin dryness, restoring suppleness and comfort to skin stressed by aggressive cleansing or makeup removal.

• Antimicrobial: acts as a natural aid against mild infections of the skin and nails.
• Antioxidant: rich in vitamins A and E, helps protect the skin from free radical damage.

Does it have other recognized properties?

• Teeth whitening: its natural cleansing and whitening action has been traditionally recognized.

• Soothing for eczema: coconut oil is an excellent supportive care option, particularly for babies with very delicate skin.