Coconut oil is typically expeller pressed from the meat of coconuts. As a highly moisturizing oil, coconut oil has a long list of natural benefits for overall health purposes, especially on skin care: anti-inflammatory, anti–fungal, antioxidant, and antibacterial properties which are helpful in easing many skin afflictions. Coconut oil has a high cleansing ability and creates lather with large bubbles and help to cut down on oils and grease.