COCONUT MILK POWDER

COCONUT MILK POWDER: Naturally nourishes and softens the skin

NOURISHES | SOOTHES | HYDRATES

What is coconut milk powder ?

Coconut milk powder is obtained by dehydrating the milk extracted from the pulp of the coconut. Rich in essential fatty acids, minerals, and vitamins, it is used in cosmetic care for its nourishing, soothing, and moisturizing properties. Very gentle, it is perfectly suited for sensitive and dry skin, while leaving a pleasant exotic, milky fragrance.

In natural cosmetics, coconut milk powder is a multi-purpose plant-based active used in masks, body milks, hair treatments, or even milk baths. It provides an immediate sensation of comfort and softness.

Where does coconut milk powder come from ?

Coconut milk powder comes from the fresh pulp of the coconut (Cocos nucifera), which is extracted and pressed into milk, then dehydrated by spray-drying. This process preserves all the active nutrients while making it easy to incorporate into cosmetic formulations or homemade treatments.

Origin: Philippines, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, or India, depending on the supplier.

Properties and active compounds

Coconut milk powder is rich in:

• Saturated fatty acids (especially lauric acid): nourishing, emollient

• Vitamins C, E, B1, B3, B5, and B6: protective and revitalizing

• Minerals (iron, potassium, magnesium): strengthening

• Plant proteins: softening

What are the benefits of coconut milk powder ?

• Intensely nourishes dry and dehydrated skin
• Naturally hydrates and restores the hydrolipidic film
• Soothes skin irritations and redness
• Smooths and softens skin and hair
• Adds a silky touch to cosmetic formulations
• Suitable for sensitive or reactive skin
• 100% plant-based, biodegradable, and natural ingredient

How to use coconut milk powder

• Face care: mixed with water or hydrosol to create a soothing mask

• Hair care: added to a mask or shampoo to nourish dry hair

• Milks and creams: blended into a neutral base to boost nutritional properties

• Milk baths: poured into bathwater for soft, satin-like skin

• DIY: perfect for homemade pampering care recipes

Recommended dosage: 1 to 5% in creams, up to 20% in masks or powder blends.

Any side effects ?

Coconut milk powder is very well tolerated, but a few precautions should be noted:

• Allergy risk in individuals sensitive to coconut (rare)
• Must be stored away from moisture to prevent clumping
• Ensure compatibility with the pH of certain DIY formulas

Scientific sources

Lauric acid from coconut: antibacterial and moisturizing effects in skin applications – International Journal of Cosmetic Science
👉 https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/ics.12227