unrefined coconut oil
unrefined coconut oil
UNR
7/10
Concern level
High concern
Unrefined coconut oil is a natural fixed oil obtained from coconut kernels. In cosmetics it functions mainly as an emollient and occlusive skin-conditioning oil, with a fatty-acid profile rich in lauric acid and other medium-chain saturated lipids. It can soften dry skin and reduce transepidermal water loss, but may feel heavy on acne-prone or very oily skin.
Pore-clogging
High
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
MoisturizingSoothing
Chemical Properties
Typical Concentration
1.00% - 100.00%CAS Number: 8001-31-8
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin8/10
oily skin2/10
sensitive skin5/10
acne prone3/10
mature skin7/10
normal skin6/10
Interactions
incompatible with: may worsen breakouts when paired with heavy occlusives on acne-prone skin, not ideal with malassezia-prone routines if the full formula is rich in long-chain lipids
Risks & Warnings
May be comedogenic for some users, especially on facial acne-prone skin. Can feel greasy or occlusive. Rare contact allergy or folliculitis may occur. Unrefined material may have more odor, color, and variable composition than refined oil.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
