Can expeller-pressed coconut oil from Tropical Tradition be used to make hard lotion?

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Question via email:

First let me say that this is the absolute BEST lotion I've ever used!  I have very dry heels and eczema on my hands.  I cannot believe what one use of your hard lotion has done for my skin.  THANK YOU!!!

Now I'm thinking I'll make my own and had a question about the coconut oil.  I buy expeller-pressed coconut oil from Tropical Traditions and wondered if you thought I could use it in making hard lotion.  I can't wait to make this for Christmas gifts next year!!  I also am highly anticipating the bug lotion.

Answer: You can certainly use any type of 76 degree coconut oil with the same great results. I've personally used Tropical Traditions' coconut oil; it makes a wonderful lotion bar with the scent of coconut oil coming out even stronger in this high-quality coconut oil.