Coconut Oil

Cocos Nucifera Oil (coconut oil) is a natural triglyceride oil pressed from coconut flesh. It’s rich in medium-chain fatty acids—especially lauric acid—which underpin its moisturising and protective skin feel. INCI: Cocos Nucifera Oil.PMC+1

1) Proven moisturiser & barrier support

In adults with xerosis, a randomised, double-blind trial found virgin coconut oil was as effective as mineral oil for improving hydration and clinical dryness, with good tolerability. In children with mild–moderate atopic dermatitis, an 8-week RCT showed coconut oil produced greater reductions in SCORAD and bigger improvements in TEWL and capacitance than mineral oil—evidence of barrier support.PubMed+1Wiley Online Library

2) Helps keep problem microbes in check

In adults with atopic dermatitis colonised by Staphylococcus aureus, a clinical study reported marked reductions in S. aureus after 4 weeks of virgin coconut oil, alongside improved eczema severity—supporting a gentle antimicrobial contribution in barrier care. Mechanistically, lauric-acid–derived monolaurin is implicated.PubMedLiebert Publishing

3) Calms irritation (anti-inflammatory signals)

In vitro work with reconstructed human epidermis found virgin coconut oil suppressed inflammatory markers (e.g., TNF-α, IL-6) and showed non-irritant, non-phototoxic profiles, aligning with its soothing feel in leave-on products.PMCPubMed

4) Infant-care context (preterm/newborn massage)

Clinical literature on topical emollient oils in preterm infants—including coconut oil trials—shows improved skin condition and lower infection risk versus no oil, with no significant safety concerns reported in these settings. Individual RCTs also track benefits like weight gain and better skin maturity. (Use sparingly; avoid aerosols/powders around babies.)PMCPubMedScienceDirect

Reality check on pores: Coconut oil can feel rich for some skin types; your balanced blend (with lighter oils, wax esters, and starch) helps keep the after-feel comfortable.

In Natural Nine, cosmetic-grade Cocos Nucifera Oil brings soft, cushiony emollience and supports the barrier, while Cera Alba forms a breathable shield, shea and almond add rich yet silky moisture, jojoba mimics sebum for quick comfort, zinc oxide soothes, and arrowroot trims greasiness—creating a newborn-gentle finish that absorbs beautifully.