๐ฏ At a Glance
๐ฌ How It Actually Works
A heavy plant oil rich in saturated fats (mostly lauric acid). While it is deeply nourishing and antibacterial, its molecular structure makes it highly comedogenic for the face.
๐ Why your skin loves it
Deeply moisturizes the body and hair, and melts away waterproof makeup.
๐ก Pro Tip
If you are acne-prone, keep this away from your face. It is fantastic for the body.
โ๏ธ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It clears acne because it is antibacterial.
The Science
While lauric acid kills bacteria, the heavy oil itself clogs the pore, often causing massive cystic breakouts.