Shocking Myths And Truths About Coconut Oil

Myth: Coconut Oil Is Too Thick To Be Absorbed Easily

It is true that coconut oil is thicker than many other oils, as it is a solid or semisolid at room temperature. Many oils and lotions are thinned to make them easier to spread, whereas coconut oil readily becomes a thin liquid oil at normal body temperature. The result is that is can be easily rubbed into the skin, where it forms a light coating and is then quickly absorbed. In addition, extra virgin coconut oil is unlike most natural oils because it is neither sticky nor greasy. For this reason, it is a popular choice among massage therapists and tanning beds as a safe, functional, and easy to clean oil.