We found that there are at least 6 different names for virgin coconut oil:
extra virgin coconut oil
Raw Coconut Oil
natural coconut oil
Virgin Coconut Oil
There are two main types of products currently on the market, namely virgin coconut oil (VCO) and refined coconut oil (RBD). As can be seen from the above, virgin coconut oil is significantly better than refined coconut oil from a nutritional point of view.
It is worth mentioning that whether it is virgin coconut oil or standard refined coconut oil, it generally changes from liquid to solid at temperatures below 24°C, which is determined by the characteristics of lauric acid and long-chain fatty acids in coconut oil.
Fractionated coconut oil There is also a fractionated coconut oil on the market, which is mostly refined from virgin coconut oil. The main components are caprylic acid and capric acid triglyceride. In fractionated coconut oil, most of the long-chain fatty acids and medium-chain fatty acids that are prone to oil consumption, such as myristic acid and lauric acid, are removed by fractional distillation, and only a part of medium-chain and short-chain fatty acids are retained.
Fractionated coconut oil will not solidify below 24°C, and it will remain liquid even if it is refrigerated, making it easy to use.
The biggest benefit of fractionated coconut oil is that it is very shelf-stable. Because of its stable nature and not easy to deteriorate, no special storage and handling process is required, and it can be placed in a cool and dry place.
A common use of fractionated coconut oil is as a carrier oil for essential oils and massage oils. It can be completely integrated with other essential oils, with small molecules, no impurities, colorless and odorless, leaving no oil stains, nor interfering with the properties of essential oils. It can also help essential oils penetrate well into the skin, moisturize the skin, reduce sensitivity, and is especially suitable for the face. The more delicate parts such as the part.
Post time: Feb-14-2022