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Coconut Oil
INCI · Cocos Nucifera Oil
Revelika safety grade
Overview
A plant oil rich in saturated fatty acids that softens skin and forms an occlusive film limiting water loss. It is solid at cool temperatures and melts on contact with skin.
Who it's for
Dry skin and body care; often used in cleansing balms.
Cautions
Widely reported as pore-clogging on facial skin and a common trigger for breakouts in acne-prone users.
Suitability
Suits skin type
Dry Oily Combination Sensitive Acne-prone Mature Normal
Targets
Concentration
Concentration0 – 10%
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In the glossary
Frequently asked
What does Coconut Oil do in skincare?
A plant oil rich in saturated fatty acids that softens skin and forms an occlusive film limiting water loss. It is solid at cool temperatures and melts on contact with skin.
Is Coconut Oil considered safe for skin?
Widely reported as pore-clogging on facial skin and a common trigger for breakouts in acne-prone users.