Premium Grade Carrier Oil – Coconut / MCT Oil

Attributes

Fractionated Coconut oil / MCT oil can be used directly for massage. It is great for softening, nourishing the skin and locking in moisture and is known as one of nature’s best remedies for treating dry, flaking skin leaving it to feel silky smooth. The oil contains a range of skin-friendly fatty acids and is prized for its light feel and gentle antimicrobial nature is reasonably light and fast absorbing.

It gives a lovely consistency in balms and creams for the face or body and is also great in hair care. Those with dry hair or split ends can massage it directly into the hair as conditioning treatment, leave for an hour or overnight if possible, then wash out.

About Medium-chain triglycerides (MCT)

Information

MCT oil is generally composed of the C8 and C10 medium-chain triglycerides.

Where does it come from?

MCT oil is colourless and odourless derived usually from coconut or palm kernel oil. Both have MCT in them.

Antimicrobial Properties

Lauric acid in MCT oil has antimicrobial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties and can effectively treat skin diseases.

Improves the skin, nails and hair

MCT oil works wonders on the skin by moisturizing it and reducing wrinkles and stretch marks. The oil also promotes healing and reduces skin peeling post sunburn.

MCT oil can be used as a lip balm, hair conditioner, and makeup remover. It moisturizes nail cuticles and prevents fungal infections in the nails.