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PRESSÈRA Cold-Pressed Skincare
Cold-Pressed Skincare
Collection No. 06 — Coconut Oil
PRESSÈRA COCONUT OIL 100% PURE UNREFINED VIRGIN 1 FL OZ · 30 mL
No. 06 — Collection

100% Pure
Coconut Oil

Cold-Pressed · Unrefined Virgin · Tropical Origin

Coconut oil is one of the most studied and celebrated natural oils in the world — and for good reason. Cold-pressed from fresh Cocos nucifera kernels without heat or chemical refinement, PRESSÈRA No. 06 retains every naturally occurring fatty acid, antioxidant, and antimicrobial compound at full potency. The result is unrefined virgin coconut oil at its most pure: lightly aromatic of fresh coconut, visibly rich in texture, and immediately effective across skin, hair, and body.

What sets PRESSÈRA's coconut oil apart is the squeeze tube format — delivering precise amounts without the mess of traditional jar packaging. Travel-ready, TSA-compliant, and designed for the rituals of real life.

Net Weight
0.5 oz / 15 mL
Format
Squeeze Tube
Ingredient
Cocos Nucifera Oil
Grade
Unrefined Virgin
Extraction
Cold-Pressed
Cruelty
Free · Vegan
$9
0.5 oz · TSA compliant
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Also in this collection: No. 01 Castor → No. 02 Almond → No. 03 Jojoba → No. 04 Argan → No. 05 Rosehip →
The Chemistry

Nature's most
powerful
antimicrobial oil.

Coconut oil's unique chemistry begins with lauric acid — a medium-chain saturated fatty acid found in almost no other plant oil at this concentration. When absorbed by the body, lauric acid converts to monolaurin, a compound with proven antimicrobial potency against bacteria, viruses, and fungi. This is what makes coconut oil genuinely unique in the world of botanical skincare.

50%
Medium-Chain Fatty Acid · Antimicrobial
Lauric Acid
Lauric acid is the defining compound of coconut oil — a medium-chain saturated fatty acid present at approximately 50% concentration, found at this level in virtually no other plant source. In the body, lauric acid converts to monolaurin — a monoglyceride proven to disrupt the lipid membranes of harmful bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Topically, it provides potent antimicrobial protection while simultaneously penetrating the hair shaft to restore protein structure and reduce protein loss from heat and chemical damage.
18%
Medium-Chain
Caprylic & Capric Acid
A powerful antifungal duo — these medium-chain fatty acids disrupt Candida albicans cell walls and are particularly effective for scalp conditions including dandruff and fungal folliculitis.
Vit E
Tocopherol
Antioxidant Shield
Natural vitamin E in unrefined virgin coconut oil neutralises free radicals, protects skin cells from oxidative damage, and provides mild UV photoprotection as a complementary layer to SPF.
Phe
Phenolic Compounds
Anti-Inflammatory
Polyphenols unique to unrefined virgin coconut oil deliver anti-inflammatory activity — soothing redness, calming eczema and psoriasis flare-ups, and accelerating wound healing at the cellular level.
MCT
Medium-Chain Triglycerides
Deep Penetration
MCTs are small enough to penetrate the hair cortex — the only common oil proven to reduce protein loss within the hair shaft, making coconut oil uniquely effective as a pre-wash hair treatment.
What It Does

Six ways coconut oil
earns its global reputation.

The world's most widely used natural beauty oil — backed by clinical research, traditional wisdom across every tropical culture, and an unmatched breadth of application.

Hair Care
Protein Loss Prevention
Coconut oil is the only widely available natural oil proven to penetrate the hair cortex and reduce protein loss — both before and after washing. Applied as a pre-wash treatment for 30–60 minutes, its medium-chain triglycerides bind to hair proteins and shield them from the mechanical and hygral (water swelling) damage of shampooing. Heat damage and breakage reduce measurably over weeks of consistent use.
Skin Care
Antimicrobial Protection
Lauric acid's conversion to monolaurin creates a potent antimicrobial environment on the skin's surface — disrupting the cell membranes of Staphylococcus aureus, Propionibacterium acnes (acne bacteria), and Candida albicans. For body skin, this makes coconut oil a powerful natural treatment for recurring fungal skin conditions, athlete's foot, and minor surface infections.
Skin Care
Intensive Body Moisturising
Applied to damp skin after showering, coconut oil seals in moisture with an effective occlusive layer while its fatty acids provide genuine nourishment to the epidermis below. Particularly effective for severely dry skin on elbows, knees, heels, and shins — delivering rapid softening and lasting comfort that body lotions with high water content cannot match.
Hair Care
Scalp Fungal & Dandruff Control
Caprylic and capric acids — the secondary medium-chain fatty acids in coconut oil — are clinically documented antifungals effective against Malassezia, the yeast responsible for seborrhoeic dermatitis and dandruff. Massaged into the scalp and left for 20–30 minutes before washing, coconut oil reduces flaking, itching, and the inflammatory response that drives chronic dandruff.
Skin Care
Eczema & Inflammation Relief
A randomised controlled trial demonstrated that virgin coconut oil outperformed mineral oil for atopic dermatitis treatment, with patients showing significantly greater skin hydration, reduction in SCORAD index (eczema severity), and reduced Staphylococcus aureus colonisation — a key driver of eczema flare-ups. Its combination of anti-inflammatory polyphenols and antimicrobial lauric acid addresses the dual root cause of inflammatory skin conditions.
Multi-Use
Oil Pulling & Lip Care
The ancient Ayurvedic practice of oil pulling — swishing coconut oil in the mouth for 10–20 minutes — is supported by clinical evidence showing reduced Streptococcus mutans (cavity-causing bacteria), improved gum health, and reduced plaque. Applied to lips as a natural balm, coconut oil's occlusive and antimicrobial properties provide hydration and protection unmatched by conventional petrolatum-based products.
Proven by Science

Six facts behind coconut oil's global standing.

From Ayurvedic tradition to peer-reviewed dermatology — coconut oil is one of the most extensively studied natural ingredients in both food science and cosmetic research.

01
The Only Oil That Penetrates the Hair Cortex
A landmark study published in the Journal of Cosmetic Science compared coconut, sunflower, and mineral oils for protein loss prevention in hair. Only coconut oil — applied both before and after washing — significantly reduced protein loss from both undamaged and chemically treated hair. Its small medium-chain triglycerides are uniquely sized to penetrate the cortex, where all other common oils cannot reach.
02
Outperforms Mineral Oil for Eczema
A randomised double-blind controlled trial compared virgin coconut oil to mineral oil for paediatric atopic dermatitis treatment over eight weeks. Coconut oil produced significantly greater improvement in SCORAD eczema severity scores, skin hydration, and reduction in Staphylococcus aureus colonisation — establishing it as a clinically superior emollient to the pharmaceutical standard of care for mild-moderate eczema.
03
50% Lauric Acid — Uniquely High
Coconut oil is the richest plant source of lauric acid on earth, containing approximately 50% — compared to less than 3% in most other vegetable oils. Human breast milk is the only other significant natural source. When lauric acid converts to monolaurin, it disrupts the lipid envelope of enveloped viruses and the cell membranes of harmful bacteria at concentrations achievable through topical application.
04
Clinically Effective for Oil Pulling
A study in the Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine demonstrated that coconut oil pulling for 10 minutes daily for 30 days produced a statistically significant reduction in Streptococcus mutans count, plaque index, and gingival scores — comparable to chlorhexidine mouthwash. This represents one of the few traditional Ayurvedic practices validated by rigorous modern clinical methodology.
05
Unrefined vs. Refined — The Difference Is Significant
Refined coconut oil undergoes bleaching, deodorising, and high-heat processing that destroys polyphenols, reduces tocopherol content, and eliminates the natural aroma. Unrefined virgin coconut oil — cold-pressed from fresh coconut meat without heat — retains all bioactive compounds at full potency. PRESSÈRA No. 06 is exclusively unrefined virgin grade: the only grade with documented clinical efficacy.
06
Used Across Every Tropical Culture for Millennia
Coconut oil is one of the oldest documented beauty and medicinal ingredients on earth — central to Ayurvedic medicine in India, traditional skincare in Southeast Asia, Pacific Island cultures, and African coastal communities for thousands of years. Its universal adoption across unconnected cultures on multiple continents is, in itself, powerful evidence of efficacy long before clinical trials existed to confirm what experience had already established.
Ritual Guide

The most
versatile oil
in the collection.

Coconut oil works across more applications than any other PRESSÈRA oil — from hair protein treatment to body moisturiser to oil cleansing to lip balm to oil pulling. Its affordability makes it the ideal daily-use workhorse alongside the more targeted oils in the collection.

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01
Pre-Wash Hair Treatment
Apply generously from roots to ends on dry hair 30–60 minutes before shampooing — or overnight for maximum benefit. Coconut oil's medium-chain triglycerides penetrate the cortex and bind to hair proteins during this window, shielding them from the protein loss caused by water swelling and mechanical manipulation during washing. This is the most evidence-supported application in the entire collection.
02
Body Moisturiser
Apply to damp skin immediately after showering — within 60 seconds of stepping out — before the surface moisture evaporates. Coconut oil's occlusive fatty acids seal that surface hydration in while simultaneously nourishing the epidermis. Focus on knees, elbows, shins, and heels. A small amount covers large surface areas efficiently — start with 3–4 drops and add more as needed.
03
Scalp Treatment for Dandruff
Massage 4–5 drops directly into the scalp, working in sections to ensure even coverage of the scalp skin rather than just the hair. Leave for a minimum of 20 minutes — ideally 1–2 hours — before shampooing thoroughly. The caprylic and capric acids need contact time to disrupt Malassezia yeast colonies. Use 2–3 times per week for the first month, then reduce to weekly maintenance.
04
Oil Pulling
First thing in the morning before eating or drinking: place 1 teaspoon of coconut oil in your mouth and swish gently for 10–20 minutes. The oil emulsifies with saliva and mechanically collects bacteria, which is then expelled when you spit into a bin (not the sink — coconut oil solidifies and can block drains). Rinse thoroughly and brush as normal. Consistent daily practice shows measurable oral health improvements within 30 days.
05
Layer with No. 05 Rosehip
For a deeply nourishing overnight body treatment: apply coconut oil first as the moisture-sealing base layer, then press two drops of No. 05 Rosehip Oil onto any areas of hyperpigmentation, stretch marks, or scarring. The coconut oil's occlusive layer extends the rosehip oil's contact time with the skin, enhancing absorption of its trans-retinoic acid and accelerating its corrective activity.
The Collection

Six oils. Every skin & hair need.

Each PRESSÈRA oil addresses a specific concern — from intensive overnight repair to everyday balance to targeted correction.

No. 01 Castor
Intense · Growth
✦
Ricinoleic AcidHair growth + anti-inflammatory
✦
Brows, Lashes, Scalp$9
No. 02 Almond
Light · Daily
✦
Vitamin A + OleicBrightening daily moisture
✦
Under Makeup$10
No. 03 Jojoba
Balancing · All Types
✦
Sebum-IdenticalOil regulation + cleansing
✦
Acne Control$11
No. 04 Argan
Luxury · Anti-Aging
✦
Squalene + CoQ10Premium serum + hair gloss
✦
Zero Residue$14
No. 05 Rosehip
Correction · Night
✦
Trans-Retinoic AcidScars + pigment + aging
✦
Night Only$13
No. 06 Coconut
Versatile · Protect
✦
Lauric AcidAntimicrobial + hair protein
✦
Body + Hair + Oral$9

"I have used coconut oil for years from a jar, always making a mess. PRESSÈRA's squeeze tube changed everything — precise, clean, and the quality is noticeably better than anything I used before. My hair has never felt this strong."

— Early Adopter · PRESSÈRA Beta Program
Begin Your Ritual

The world's most
trusted oil.
Perfected.

Unrefined virgin coconut oil — cold-pressed, nothing added, delivered in a precision squeeze tube that brings clean application to the world's most versatile natural ingredient.

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Unrefined Virgin Grade Only
Cold-pressed from fresh coconut meat without heat or chemical processing — the only grade with retained polyphenols, tocopherols, and full lauric acid potency.
Proven Hair Protein Protection
The only oil clinically demonstrated to penetrate the hair cortex and reduce protein loss — the root cause of breakage, thinning, and heat damage.
Six Applications. One Tube.
Pre-wash treatment, body moisturiser, scalp treatment, lip balm, oil pulling, makeup removal — the most versatile single-ingredient in the collection.
Pairs with No. 05 Rosehip
Apply coconut oil first as an occlusive base, then press rosehip on top — the seal extends contact time and amplifies trans-retinoic acid absorption for accelerated correction.