Coconut Oil - Virgin Organic
Best for: Massage, body moisturising and hair care
- Ships NZ-wide from our Kaiapoi warehouse
- Questions? Call 0800 228 767
Description
Virgin Organic Coconut Oil is extracted from a single cold pressing at below 45°C, keeping its natural sweet coconut aroma. It's an ivory-white solid below about 24°C that melts into a clear liquid in the warmth of your hand, and it's naturally rich in lauric acid and other medium-chain fatty acids.
It's a much-loved moisturiser for skin and hair, popular as a massage and body oil, a deep-conditioning hair treatment and a gentle way to remove makeup. Its high comedogenic rating means it's best kept for body and hair if you have oily or blemish-prone skin.
- Natural sweet coconut aroma
- Melts in your hand for smooth massage
- Leaves skin feeling soft and moisturised
- Conditioning for dry hair and frizz
Pairs well with: Jojoba, sweet almond, grapeseed, lavender and tea tree
About this oil
Virgin Organic Coconut Oil is extracted from a single cold pressing at below 45°C, keeping its natural sweet coconut aroma. It's an ivory-white solid below about 24°C that melts into a clear liquid in the warmth of your hand, and it's naturally rich in lauric acid and other medium-chain fatty acids.
It's a much-loved moisturiser for skin and hair, popular as a massage and body oil, a deep-conditioning hair treatment and a gentle way to remove makeup. Its high comedogenic rating means it's best kept for body and hair if you have oily or blemish-prone skin.
- Natural sweet coconut aroma
- Melts in your hand for smooth massage
- Leaves skin feeling soft and moisturised
- Conditioning for dry hair and frizz
Uses
- MassageWarm a little in your hands until it melts, then massage into skin.
- Hair careSmooth through hair and scalp as a pre-wash treatment, or use a tiny amount on ends to tame frizz.
- With essential oilsMelt gently and add 6–12 drops of essential oil per 30ml (1–2%) for a scented body or massage oil.
Blends well with
Coconut Oil - Virgin Organic pairs nicely with these oils. Tap one to find it in the shop.
Specifications
| Botanical Name | Cocos nucifera (Coconut) Oil |
|---|---|
| Extraction Method | Cold-Pressed, Virgin, Organic, Unrefined |
| Purity | 100% Pure, Organic, Virgin, Cold-Pressed |
| Comedogenic Rating | 4 (High) — Not Generally Recommended for Acne-Prone, Oily or Blemish-Prone Facial Skin |
| Melting Point | Approx. 21–24°C (70–76°F) |
| Fatty Acid Profile | Primarily Lauric Acid (approx. 45–53%), plus Myristic, Palmitic, Caprylic and Capric Acids |
| Appearance | Ivory-White Solid Below Approx. 24°C; Transparent Liquid Above This Temperature |
| Aroma | Natural, Sweet Coconut Aroma |
| Size options | 100gm, 250gm, 500gm, 1 Litre, 2 Litre, 5 Litre, 10 Litre, 20 Litre |
| Vegan | Vegan (Plant-Derived) |
| Shelf life | 18–24 months |
Safety & storage
- Comedogenic rating 4 (high), so those with oily or blemish-prone skin may prefer to avoid facial use.
- Patch test before first use, particularly on sensitive skin. See the Safety Data Sheet and Ingredient & Allergen Statement under Product documents for full detail.
- For external use only.
- Solid below about 24°C. Warm gently to liquefy.
- All oils are potentially combustible. Take care when laundering linens that have been in contact with oils, and follow your dryer manufacturer's instructions.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.
Product documents
Shipping & returns
We aim to dispatch within 1 working day from our Kaiapoi warehouse. Delivery usually takes up to 2 working days in the South Island and 2–3 in the North Island (rural addresses 1–2 days longer). Shipping is calculated at checkout.
See our shipping policy and returns policy, or call 0800 228 767.
