Coconut oil is a highly saturated oil that is traditionally made by extracting the oil from raw coconuts or dried coconut kernels
At room temperature it’s solid, but when heated it can soften or even melt.
It’s frequently used in cooking or applied directly to the skin and hair.
Coconut oil is rich in medium-chain fatty acids, which are a form of saturated fat. In fact, these medium-chain fatty acids make up about 65% of its total composition
Coconut oil benefits
May have antimicrobial effects
May boost skin health. ...
May protect your hair. ... moisturizing dry skin, including in people with conditions such aseczema
reducing inflammation, which may result from UVB rays
promoting wound healing
antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties