
Though comedogenic ratings are not very reliable, anecdotal evidence (i.e.

acnes but at the same time, both Lauric Acid and coconut oil have a very high comedogenic rating (4 out of 5). Its main fatty acid, Lauric Acid has some research showing that it is a promising ingredient against evil acne-causing bacteria, P. The question is if it is good or bad for acne-prone skin. So when it comes to dry skin, coconut oil is a goodie, no question there. A double-blind research confirmed that extra virgin coconut oil is as effective in treating xerosis (aka very dry skin) as mineral oil. Another study found that coconut oil is more effective than mineral oil in treating mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (aka eczema) in children.

The saturated nature of coconut oil also means that it is a heavy-duty-oil ideal for dry skin types. Hydroxystearic/Linolenic/Oleic PolyglyceridesĪcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
