10 Best Coconut Oils 2023 | UK Nutritionist Reviewed

Coconut Merchant produces the world's largest range of coconut products, so that's why they're clued up on coconut oil. Furthermore, their products are ethically sourced, with the owner (a former UN employee) working alongside a partner and the farmers.

The resulting coconut oil is 100% raw, giving it a mildly sweet aroma and taste, and ensuring that all the natural goodness is maintained. So this is a winner that's good to you on the inside, good to the world outside  and good to those those who farm your goods! 

Cultivated on small farms in Sri Lanka, a place famously in love with coconuts, this unrefined coconut oil is gently processed to preserve all the nutrients and vitamins, but also an absolute bargain at less than a tenner.

We're sure this could easily become a cupboard staple in any home thanks to the price and quality, just ask the 8000+ raving reviewers who have given this an overall of 4.7 out of 5 on Amazon. 

The Lucy Bee company is a UK-based, family-run operation and makes cruelty-free, ethical products, the first of which was this coconut oil. These credentials haven't gone unnoticed by those in-the-know: Joe Wicks, fitness guru and respected nutritionist, loves this stuff - to the extent that the product gets a (loud) mention in many of his Instagram 'Lean in 15' videos.

 It's certified Fair Trade, packaged in glass, and is completely unrefined, so you can enjoy the taste, beauty and health benefits as well as confidently knowing that your money is going to a good place. 

Groovy want to make sure they use only the best when it comes to their coconut oil, and that's why each jar is made from freshly hand-picked coconuts. This virgin, cold-pressed coconut oil is full of all the nourishing stuff that'll keep your body in tip-top shape, whether you're smothering your face or your food. 

If you're looking to nourish your palate as well as your body then take a look at The Groovy Food's recipe suggestions for salads, roasts, noodle-dishes, curries, stews, taco-fillings and healthy breakfast ideas too - yum! 

If you're not too keen on the taste of coconut, but you're still looking to replace your usual butter or oil, then this refined option from Tivi will be right up your street. Although refined, they still do not use any chemicals when extracting the oil, so you'll get all the goodness, without any added nasties. 

The fact that this product has no scent as well as no coconut taste is also good for those that don't want to leave the house smelling like a tropical island – though we can't say we relate! 

This 1 litre size jar from The Body Source is perfect for those coconut addicts who want to use high quality coconut oil multiple times daily, whether for hair, cooking, skin and body, or all of the above. 

Being unrefined, it's made with only fresh coconut meat, and it's also non-deodorised, non-fermented and non-bleached. So if you're looking for that subtle coconut taste in your dishes or you want a tropical scent in your body care routine, this is sure to satisfy. 

Vita Coco are from New York and broke into the business world selling coconut water. This attracted endorsements from many celebrities, such as Madonna. The owners soon realised that coconuts aren't just good for their water - they expanded and one of their ventures was coconut oil. 

Their oil has one ingredient: 100% cold-pressed coconuts and can be used for everything from baking to removing makeup – just don't try this at the same time! Vita switched to BPA-free plastic and has fortunately, since returned to the glass packaging - a wise choice.

Focused on the beauty side of things, this offering from Palmers is a spray-on product to hydrate, rejuvenate and replenish your skin's moisture and radiance. Furthermore, it's infused with Tiare flower petals, which will leave you smelling like summer. Divine. 

Users have also commented on how easy it is to apply and how quickly it soaks into the skin thanks to the thinner consistency. As it contains added ingredients this one should not be ingested, so it is less versatile than the other oils mentioned. But if you're looking specifically for skincare, this would be a great choice. 

Crafted using only the freshest coconuts from the Philippines, this coconut oil has many uses, from deodorant or moisturiser to baking or frying. However, the fact that it's virgin and 100% pure make it particularly good for those wanting to use the oil for skin care. 

The comparatively high price point makes this 500ml jar a luxurious item, rather than something to slather on / use up in everyday baking - luckily the chic jar encourages that feeling of understated luxury and will help create a spa-like feel when used for massage and other self-care rituals.

Produced using the cold-press procedure, Nutvia's extra virgin coconut oil has a light taste, pleasant aroma and pure white colour, making it rich in all the goodies that the nutritionists recommend. It's also USDA certified organic. 

We do have a couple of issues though. Firstly, it's packaged in a plastic container, which is neither good for the taste, nor the environment. Furthermore, it's rather expensive considering how much you get.