Blue Coconut Cooking Oil comes in two varieties: the bestselling Refined Coconut Oil and the Wild Virgin Organ Coconut Oil. The Refined Coconut Oil uses natural absorptive clays and steam distillation to eliminate the coconut flavour and aroma, being odourless you can use in multiple dishes. The Wild Virgin Organic Coconut Oil is cold-pressed and certified organic. It’s single origin, hand-pressed from fresh coconuts, that allows the oil to retain its seductive fragrance and taste, suitable for many Asian style dishes, that are improved by a hint of coconut flavour.
But, it’s not just used for cooking. Here are 16 different ways you can use Blue Coconut Oil:
- Cooking Oil: Coconut oil can be used for sautéing, frying, and baking due to its high smoke point and subtle tropical flavour.
- Skin Moisturiser: Apply coconut oil to your skin to moisturise and hydrate, especially in dry or rough areas. It also makes a gorgeous homemade lip balm and lip gloss.
- Hair Conditioner: Use coconut oil as a hair mask or conditioner to promote shine and reduce frizz. Just apply to damp hair, leave for a while, and then wash out. It also works beautifully as a leave-in overnight hair treatment – just rub a small amount of oil into your hair (mostly on the ends), comb through and wash out in the morning.
- Makeup Remover: Gently use coconut oil to remove makeup, even stubborn waterproof products, while also moisturising your skin.
- Massage Oil: Coconut oil can be used as a natural massage oil due to its pleasant aroma and smooth texture. The Wild Virgin Organic is the perfect choice, not too greasy with a relaxing scent.
- Shaving Cream: Use coconut oil as a lubricating shaving cream to achieve a close shave while moisturising your skin.
- Oil Pulling: Swishing coconut oil in your mouth for a few minutes (oil pulling) is believed to improve oral health by reducing bacteria and promoting gum health. (Note: to avoid clogging your drain, don’t spit the oil down the drain).
- Natural Deodorant: Mix coconut oil with a small amount of baking soda and essential oils for a natural deodorant alternative.
- Cuticle Oil: Apply a small amount of coconut oil to your cuticles to keep them moisturised and promote healthy nail growth.
- Wood Polish: Coconut oil can be used to condition and polish wooden furniture and surfaces, giving them a subtle shine. Use sparingly.
- Homemade Body Scrub: Mix coconut oil with sugar or salt to create a natural exfoliating body scrub that is hydrating to your skin. Perfect to use as a foot scrub and on dry elbows.
- Diaper Rash Cream: Coconut oil’s moisturising and anti-inflammatory properties make it a gentle option for treating diaper rash.
- Nipple Cream During Breastfeeding: A popular choice because it’s a natural, medical grade, safe product.
- Leather Conditioner: Use coconut oil to condition and shine leather items like shoes, bags, and belts.
- Season a Cast–Iron Pan: Season your cast-iron pan to be non-stick so that it gives you years and years of service.
- Pet Food Supplement: Coconut Oil is great for dogs and cats skin and fur.
Remember that coconut oil may not be suitable for everyone due to potential allergies or skin sensitivities. Always perform a patch test before using it extensively, especially on your face or sensitive areas.
Blue Coconut Oil is exclusively sourced from our Pacific Island neighbours. Blue Coconut supports Pacific Island communities and assists setting up villages with equipment and training that provides a reliable Fairtrade income, to be used for village health and education. Buying this product helps improve the lives of these island communities. Available from all supermarkets, selected specialty food stores nationwide, or online.
