Regular vs virgin coconut oil

[lora410]

What exactly is the difference between the two? I haven't compared them but regular is $4 and one is $10:rolleyes:

[Riot Crrl]

I think the "virgin" label is not really regulated the way that it is with olive oil. So... maybe there's a difference... or maybe not!

[mommy2one05]

I don't know what the difference is, but I bought the cheaper one and it seems to be fine with my hair.

[rhosyn_du]

The virgin adds a lovely, sweet and rich scented overertone to any concoction I use it in, and when I use it to deep treat, I smell like a macaroon. :eyebrows:

Other than that, I've noticed no real difference.

[Dianyla]

You're better off with virgin coconut oil. Who knows where the regular coconut oil has been! :tmi: :lol: :rolleyes: :misskim:

[lora410]

You're better off with virgin coconut oil. Who knows where the regular coconut oil has been! :tmi: :lol: :rolleyes: :misskim:

Lol I may have to compare the ingreadants just for kicks.;)

[Wavelength]

Both will do a good job moisturizing your hair, although the regular won't smell nearly as good. I've used both. Now, for cooking, I'd go with the virgin every time! :D

[Faepirate]

SO, is there a difference between 'virgin' and 'unrefined'? I have no idea what 'virgin' means in reference to oil.

Just wondering, because my unrefined was really pricey. I have refined coconut oil too but it's not very effective for me.

[Celebrian]

I found this on Coconutty.co.uk, if it helps?

'What is Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) and why has it been called 'the healthiest oil on earth'?
Virgin coconut oil is unrefined oil extracted from fresh coconuts. It is not refined, bleached or deodorised (RBD).
Virgin coconut oil does not contain any trans fatty acids or cholesterol and is stable at high temperatures. Virgin coconut oil is known as a lauric oil, due to its high quantities of lauric acid, or an MCT oil due to its high proportion of medium-chain triglycerides. When synthesized in the body, lauric acid becomes monolaurin, which is also found in mother's milk. Monolaurin is known to build the immune system and prevent disease. The medium-chain fatty acids found in virgin coconut oil have been shown to be digested quickly within the body, converting into energy rather than fat. Because of this, many people find they have more energy and lose weight more easily. Millions of people use coconut oil as a skin moisturiser and conditioner for their hair, invariably in countries where people have the most beautiful skin and strong, silky hair. There is an abundance of information in books and on the internet about the health properties of this most amazing oil.'

And so on, and so on...!

[lora410]

I found this on Coconutty.co.uk, if it helps?

'What is Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) and why has it been called 'the healthiest oil on earth'?
Virgin coconut oil is unrefined oil extracted from fresh coconuts. It is not refined, bleached or deodorised (RBD).
Virgin coconut oil does not contain any trans fatty acids or cholesterol and is stable at high temperatures. Virgin coconut oil is known as a lauric oil, due to its high quantities of lauric acid, or an MCT oil due to its high proportion of medium-chain triglycerides. When synthesized in the body, lauric acid becomes monolaurin, which is also found in mother's milk. Monolaurin is known to build the immune system and prevent disease. The medium-chain fatty acids found in virgin coconut oil have been shown to be digested quickly within the body, converting into energy rather than fat. Because of this, many people find they have more energy and lose weight more easily. Millions of people use coconut oil as a skin moisturiser and conditioner for their hair, invariably in countries where people have the most beautiful skin and strong, silky hair. There is an abundance of information in books and on the internet about the health properties of this most amazing oil.'

And so on, and so on...!

thanks..it explains alot