Does it contain VIRGIN coconut oil? I have used products w/ that & I hate smelling like coconut, my food tastes like coconut....yyyuck! Is it strong?
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I'm not sure about coconut oil but it tends to harden slightly in cooler temps. It has more of a spicy aroma to me but it does not stink. It is very thick, it works great on the ends of hair to repair split ends also!
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No. It doesn't smell like coconut. It does smell very earthy & Herbal. And it is a little thick. But it's a Very Rich Moisturizer !
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The product does have coconut listed for one of the ingredients, but you can not smell it. it does have a strong spice smell.
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I don't recall it smelling like coconut but it does have a strong smell. smells almost like medicine, very strong..
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It has no odor at all. I wouldn't know what kind of oil it is if the ad didn't state that it is coconut oil.
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Solvent, rather than cold pressing is generally used for regular, non-virgin coconut oil, but the solvent is washed out via filtering. This coconut oil is food-safe and also suitable for cosmetics and so on. I recently made 4 batches of homemade soaps that are all or mostly coconut oil. The oil is white without any noticeable odor. I would not expect it to have the faint coconutty odor of virgin, or extra virgin coconut oil. Perhaps the yellow version, colored with annatto seed, was sent instead?
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Yes, this is food grade oil...believe me when I say it is STRONG! LOL.... Amazing and smells so clean and light, but believe me when I say if you use too much you will know it...1 drop in an oil burner scents my entire house, from top to bottom. But, if I use say 4 to 5 drops, it is way too much and almost burns your eyes and nose it is so strong. Do not be afraid to add it to your food, you just will not need as much as if you were using say, the reallemon in a bottle (juice of a lemon) or zest of lemon. I hope this helped someone. ;)
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I agree with Sharon, mine smells yummy! When I put it on it definitely does not smell cheesy, it smells like coconut.
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I have a can here, it is not listed in the ingredients. I know that Trader Joe's coconut oil spray does have soy oil in it! Which is why I sent away for this!
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No. It smells like coconut when you are frying, however, it does not taste strong. It does taste different on an egg than butter or bacon grease would - so, I just started using half and half and then finally my taste accepted the change. Try it for popcorn. It is the absolute best oil to use for that. I love to take slices of sweet potato(already baked) and fry them in coconut oil until they brown a bit - my grandchildren love it.
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This product doesn't claim to be Organic/virgin. While it does a fantastic job of keeping my hair soft and shiney.....it clearly states on the package not to eat it. Since I use/eat Organic virgin coconut oil everyday....this small container is handy to have in the bathroom.....to use for my hair only. Just don't eat it. Other than that.....I don't think there is any difference. It doesn't have a strong coconut smell....which is nice for me.
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I have the one which is pictured and virgin, organic coconut oil you can eat. I use both for everything!!! eating, oil pulling, wounds, as a carrier with essential oils, etc...Works for me!!
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Hi Cabbyb, Virgin, unrefined coconut oil retains true coconut flavor and aroma that is pleasantly mild, unlike artificial coconut products. We compared several extraction processes and discovered that our cold-pressed technique from freshly picked coconuts ranks highest in taste. Coconut oil is extremely versatile and can be used in a variety of recipes such as, rice, stir-fry, scrambled eggs or as a delicious spread. Hope this helps answer your question, and if you have any other questions you can reach us by responding to this comment thread or by email at amazon@vivalabs.com. Besa Registered Nutritionist Viva Labs
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this is more for a carrier oil for massage (you can add essential oils to it)wouldn't recommend it for eating (you can Google it...not 100% sure). It has no smell to it (and probably no taste) but if you want a no taste coconut oil, I'll recommended Wilderness Family Natural.com, they have a non flavored coconut oil that I use for my frying and baking. Buying a gallon a year :) Hope it helps
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No, just a wonderful satisfying flavor. It does not have what you'd expect as a "coconut" flavor. I stir fry with it, bake with it, many things....no coconut-y taste.
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It has a very faint smell of coconut, even though it says "unscented". It is not at all like the fake coconut smells you get with tanning oil or lotions. I can't smell it on my skin once it's on.
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My previous bottle was good. But the recent one-Now Foods Jojoba oil smells like fish oil. I couldnt bear it ! I discarded it...
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Hi Cabbyb,Virgin, unrefined coconut oil retains true coconut flavor and aroma that is pleasantly mild, unlike artificial coconut products. We compared several extraction processes and discovered that our cold-pressed technique from freshly picked coconuts ranks highest in taste. Coconut oil is extremely versatile and can be used in a variety of recipes such as, rice, stir-fry, scrambled eggs or as a delicious spread. Hope this helps answer your question, and if you have any other questions you can reach us by responding to this comment thread or by email at amazon@vivalabs.com.BesaRegistered NutritionistViva Labs Hi Cabbyb,Virgin, unrefined coconut oil retains true coconut flavor and aroma that is pleasantly mild, unlike artificial coconut products. We compared several extraction processes and discovered that our cold-pressed technique from freshly picked coconuts ranks highest in taste. Coconut oil is extremely versatile and can be used in a variety of recipes such as, rice, stir-fry, scrambled eggs or as a delicious spread. Hope this helps answer your question, and if you have any other questions you can reach us by responding to this comment thread or by email at... » Read More Hi Cabbyb,Virgin, unrefined coconut oil retains true coconut flavor and aroma that is pleasantly mild, unlike artificial coconut products. We compared several extraction processes and discovered that our cold-pressed technique from freshly picked coconuts ranks highest in taste. Coconut oil is extremely versatile and can be used in a variety of recipes such as, rice, stir-fry, scrambled eggs or as a delicious spread. Hope this helps answer your question, and if you have any other questions you can reach us by responding to this comment thread or by email at amazon@vivalabs.com.BesaRegistered NutritionistViva Labs « Show Less
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Not too strong of a smell. However, if you go with the Fake Bake spray on tanner it smells amazing! Just like coconuts!
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Because it is not Organic Raw extra Virgin Coconut oil. This is just pure 100% coconut oil. Like there is Olive oil, then there is extra virgin olive oil. Some are better than others.