Why fractionated coconut oil?

You may have noticed many of our new products such as our Pet care range and our face serums contain fractionated coconut oil as opposed to regular vrgin organic oil.

Fractionated coconut oil is clear, colourless and has a less 'greasy' feel. It is less likely to go solid in cooler temps (remains runny) which makes it perfect for products such as our PAWfume pet perfume, pet shampoo and Face Serums in pump bottles.

Fractionated coconut oil is literally just a ‘fraction’ of the complete oil. The highly prized component of coconut oil, the lauric acid, has antimicrobial properties, and as such, is used as a natural preservative and removed from the virgin oil.

This process gives the products a very long shelf life, and makes it an excellent carrier oil; blending well with other oils and ingredients.

Whilst virgin organic coconut oil is still one of favourite base ingredientrs, certain products benefit from the physical difference in fractionated coconut oil while others work well with classic virgin organic coconut oil.

We welcome any and all ingredient questions, or queries as to what product is right for your skin type, your children or your pets. Send us a message here on email hello@coconatural.com.au

Recently Coconatural unveiled one of their latest products – Natural deodorant.

When I received my first tin of Natural deodorant, I was ready and willing to make the switch. And since using it: I’ve made the switch for good.

Why? Well, it’s kinda personal but definitely worth mentioning if I am to get my point across. So here goes…

Recently my sensitive, needy skin has developed an irritation - specifically, in my armpits. Women in general can be sensitive about their armpits – we don’t like them to be too sweaty or hairy and we definitely don’t want them to be red, scratchy or irritated! We like to be smooth, clean and refined, right?

So imagine my delight when my very own armpits decide to turn red, itchy and irritated. I cared for them personally all my life! I felt betrayed and, dare I say it: I felt ugly. I visited the Dr and was prescribed a little remedy to fix it up. Cool. But what about after that?

It was around this time my newCoconatural Natural Deodorant arrived - Right on time! Suddenly I was more aware than ever of the treatment of my precious armpits – and with this in mind I decided to switch from aerosol deodorant and trial only using Coconatural for one week.

Perfect. Within 5 days, my skin felt smoother and although I was still treating my other *ahem* concern, I totally noticed the difference. It was immediate. I have always struggled with razor rash and I noticed that this was calming down too. Although the packaging warns the product is targeted to anti-odour and not anti-perspirant, I actually noticed that I was less sweaty while I had it on.

Oh and I don’t smell. At all. Even on the muggiest Queensland Day. Even the muggiest.

It lasts all day long and even the next morning I have noticed there’s no B.O. Win!

Three weeks later and I have 100% made the switch to Coconatural’s Natural Deodorant. I even ceremoniously threw out my other deodorants. There was dancing and chanting… Ok that last part isn’t true. But it did feel great to make a decision like that for the benefit of my skin.

In summary, here are a couple of reasons I would now never use anything else on my armpits (especially now that we are making up and re-building the relationship we had before they turned on me):

*Please always do your own research and consult a professional in any matters concerning your skin or health.

Who’s Jess?

Jess works with Roz at Coconatural from the Queensland office, and makes the most of her job by sampling every single product. Sometimes twice.

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You've heard of it, right? But do you know what it can actually do? At Coconatural, we use ingredients only which have an actual benefit to the person using our products - and rice bran oil is no different!

Here is a list of some of the benefits we discovered when researching our ingredients. Rice bran oil can be found in our lip balms and Perfume Pots.

Because it is pumped up with antioxidants, vitamins and nutrients and also because of its texture and consistency, rice bran oil provides us with only positive results! (it's also pretty kind on the hips when using it in cooking!)

We collected this list from various points online and in research pieces:

Rich in Vitamin E and fatty acids, rice bran oil is able to deeply penetrate into skin’s layers, nourishing it from within, making your skin very soft and velvety,Improves skin’s elasticity, making it appear more youthful and plump,Hydrates the skin and helps it to retain moisture, thus, making your skin softer and smoother,Rice bran oil boosts skin’s natural regeneration process,It can help to renew and improve skin’s surface,Rice bran oil nourishes skin cells with vitamins and antioxidants, slowing down and preventing aging process,It improves overall complexion and helps to even out the skin tone,Helps to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines (also helps to prevent them),Rice bran oil doesn’t clog poresIt naturally helps to protect the skin from sun damage,It is easily absorbed into the skin, so it’s not likely to increase oiliness,Helps to brighten and, even, slightly whiten the skin,Rice bran oil has anti-inflammatory properties and can help sooth and calm down irritated skin,Adds youthful glow to your skin,Helps to protect the skin from external aggressions: such as wind, cold, polluted city environment and, as mentioned above, rice bran oil can protect the skin from harmful sun damage, working as natural sun block,Rice bran is also very beneficial for your hair and can be used in hair masks and for scalp massage:Can rejuvenate dull looking hair, making your locks shinier and healthier looking,Protects your hair from sun damage (please continue to wear SPF30+)Normalizes oiliness of your scalp,Rice bran oil massage can efficiently help to fight dandruff,Can strengthen and nourish your hair,Rice bran oil can help prevent split ends, if you apply it regularly and make rice bran oil hair masks,Regular use of this oil can make your hair thicker and easily manageable,Helps strengthen and nourish the roots of your hair…

And that is probably just scratching the surface! Ready to do good for your skin? Check out the shop now!

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Ok, so we have heard all about Coconut Oil and the many, many, many benefits for our skin, right? But do you actually know why it is so amazing for your body and do you really know the difference between the variations of coconut oil products?

It’s OK if you don’t, because we are going to give you the low down.

What does Virgin coconut oil actually mean?

It’s more than likely what you have thought it might mean: untouched. Virgin coconut oil is extracted from the coconut without the use of heat, helping it to retain the plants original chemical composition. Being extracted from fresh coconuts and not subjected to heat treatments (even sunlight) makes virgin coconut oil a superior product due to the higher vitamin content, antioxidants (which you will find extremely low levels in ordinary coconut oil) and a much longer shelf life! Organic virgin coconut oil is even better: untouched, not added to. A truly pure gift from nature.

OK, so why is it so good for my skin?

You have probably heard a million things you can do with coconut oil – but allow us to focus on the beauty and body aspects (that list is long enough within itself!). Coconut oil mimics sebum, which is what our skin uses to protect our immune system. It also contains anti-fungal, anti-microbial and anti-viral properties which keeps our skin healthy and clean. A wonderful bonus to this is that coconut oil actually promotes collagen production. More collagen = less wrinkles (so yeah, it’s a brilliant anti-aging tool too!).

How can I introduce coconut oil to my beauty routine?

The obvious answer is to go out and buy some and get started! But there are a number of ways you can introduce it to your routine; after all, many of us already have a routine we feel works for us and it can be a big change to interrupt it! Start by removing your make up with organic coconut oil. Your skin will thank you for it by quickly becoming softer and clearer. Coconut oil is a great moisturiser (as we know) so by using it as a cleanser you are washing without depriving your skin of the necessary oils (and sebum) that it needs to remain fresh, healthy and silky soft. If you are used to harsh chemicals and soaps the concept might seem a little strange at first, but stick with it and over a week you will notice a difference in your face – even your glow will be brighter. When using coconut oil on your face before bedtime, be sure to massage it into your skin for a minute or two. This will also improve blood flow through your face (or the rest of your body!) and ensures the healing properties delve deep into your skins layers.

Ready to give coconut oil a go? Coconatural haspure cotton makeup wipeswhich are soaked in 100% organic virgin coconut oil. When you take them out of the tin they are hard, and as soon as you smooth them across your skin (they are eye friendly!) they melt and take the days grime and dirt with them.

Ahhhh. There's nothing like a brand new fragrance to really set the mood for your day.

But have you noticed that after about an hour you're smelling yourself (awkward) and asking people if they can smell that lovely smell you left the house with? Let's put a stop to this. Like now.

There's a few little tricks you can do to keep that scent fresh and floaty all day long. (It is at this point we shall mention that Coconatural perfume pots have a seriously long lasting fragrance... wink).

Exfoliate your skin - Keep it fresh and make sure you regularly get rid of any pesky dead skin so your scent stays all dayMoisturise - Obvs, yeah? Well, well moisturised skin actually helps to sustain your gorgeous fragrance. If you have naturally oily skin, you're in luck - it will last longer for youApply to your pulse points - you know the ones we got told years ago was where a boy might put his face? Blah! Apply them there as the heat will naturally keep your scent alive and wellKeep your perfume pot somewhere cool and dry - preserve it by looking after it

The days of walking through a cloud to get your signature scent just right are over, thanks to Coconatural's incredible new Perfume Pots. If you think you are not ready to mix up your scent-routine just think about describing the taste of spray perfumes. If you can actually articulate how it tastes - you're ready.

Spray perfumes carry a whole host of issues including questionable chemicals, terrible longevity (Don't lie - you're stingy because you know it's going to run out. You know it and I know it!) and as we already mentioned: the taste. Ugh.

Just a few issues with your spray perfume (besides the cost and aforementioned lack of lasting quality) are as follows. This is from a U.S Mercola Study:

Parabens: Synthetic preservatives known to interfere with hormone production and release.Phthalates: Another synthetic preservative that’s carcinogenic and linked to reproductive effects (decreased sperm counts, early breast development, birth defects) and liver and kidney damage.

...YUK.

Good news! Now that Coconatural has introduced our line of fragranced perfume pots, spray perfumes are not your concern anymore! Our perfume pots are long lasting, hold the gorgeous bright scent all day long and are absolutley, undoubtedly, 100% creulty and chemical free. Does it get any better than that? Actually, yes it does.

They are also made with Bees' wax - a natural healer and antibacterial - as well a

s Organic Coconut oil - another natural healer and antibacterial - and are a fraction of the cost of spray perfumes.

So, we're just saying... do what you want but Coconatural's Perfume Pots are a better, more natural and more affordable alternative to nasty chemical ridden sprays.

Check the range here