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OPW Ingredients Coconut Oil

OPW Ingredients Coconut oil is extracted from the dried pulp of coconuts, the fruit of coconut palms. From a botanic perspective, a coconut is a one-seeded drupe rather than a nut. Coconut palms are primarily grown in India, Indonesia and the Philippines. Coconut oil covers approximately 8% of global vegetable oil requirements.

INCI Name: Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil

Functions: Moisturizing Agent

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Organic, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Anti-Acne, Cell Regeneration, Firming, Versatility

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    Identification & Functionality

    Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
    CAS No.
    8001-31-8
    Country of Origin
    Indonesia, Philippines, India

    Features & Benefits

    Quality

    Virgin Organic

    Applications & Uses

    Color Cosmetic Applications
    Skin Care Applications
    Application

    Cosmetics

    Coconut oil is a very versatile oil used for a wide range of cosmetic purposes. It can also be used directly on skin and hair. The oil moisturizes the skin and prevents acne and impurities. It supports cell regeneration and leaves the skin firm and beautiful. Thanks to these great properties, coconut oil is often used in body lotions, lip balms and facial masks. It is also a popular ingredient in hair care products such as shampoos, conditioners and hairmasks.

    • versatile skincare and haircare oil
    • moisturizing

    Pharmaceutics

    In the pharmaceutical industry, coconut oil is used as a base for ointments used to treat itchiness, scaling skin, inflammation and burns. Thanks to its large amount of lauric acid, the oil has an anti-inflammatory effect and alleviates redness. Used internally, coconut oil can improve gastrointestinal health.

    • base oil for pharmaceutical ointments
    • alleviates itchiness and redness

      In the pharmaceutical industry, coconut oil is used as a base for ointments used to treat itchiness, scaling skin, inflammation and burns. Thanks to its large amount of lauric acid, the oil has an anti-inflammatory effect and alleviates redness. Used internally, coconut oil can improve gastrointestinal health.

    • base oil for pharmaceutical ointments
    • alleviates itchiness and redness

    Food

    Coconut oil contains short-chain saturated caprylic and capric fatty acids and a combination of amino acids, vitamins and trace elements. This makes it both healthy and easily digestible. It is highly heat-resistant and particularly suitable for cooking, baking, and deep-frying.

    • easily digestible
    • highly heat-resistant and suitable for cooking, baking, and deep-frying

    Animal feed/care

    Coconut oil can boost the immune system of animals and make their fur beautiful and shiny. The recommended daily intake is 1 tsp for every 10 kg of body weight. Used externally, coconut oil can keep ticks away and moisturize paws.

    • natural tick repellent
    • paw care
    • bolsters the immune system