Coconut oil has been making waves in Polish kitchens and bathrooms for quite a few years now — and it's easy to see why. It's a product that works on many levels: great for cooking and frying, and it can even replace a whole bunch of cosmetics. The only catch is that you'll often find several different types on store shelves, which immediately raises the question: which coconut oil should you choose?
At Ekogram, we carry two BIO coconut oils that differ quite significantly from each other. Below we break them down so you can pick the right one — or decide to go with both!
Virgin vs. Odourless Coconut Oil — Comparison Table
| Feature | 🥥 Extra Virgin BIO | 🫙 Odourless BIO |
|---|---|---|
| Coconut scent and flavour | ✔ Yes | ✖ None |
| Cold-pressed | ✔ Yes | ✖ Refined (BIO) |
| Suitable for high-heat frying | ✖ Not recommended | ✔ Yes |
| For diet and health | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| For body and hair care | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Neutral taste in dishes | ✖ No (coconut flavour noticeable) | ✔ Yes |
| BIO certified | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
| Glass jar packaging | ✔ Yes | ✔ Yes |
Two Oils, Two Personalities
Let's start with the basics. In the Ekogram range you'll find two BIO coconut oils: Virgin Coconut Oil (Extra Virgin) — cold-pressed from fresh coconut flesh, with a natural coconut aroma and flavour — and Coconut Oil Refined (odourless) — made from dried coconut flesh, neutral in taste and scent, ideal for frying. Both oils come from natural farms and hold BIO certification. They are packaged in reusable glass jars.
Unrefined BIO Extra Virgin Oil — Natural and Nutritious
Virgin coconut oil is coconut oil in its purest, most natural form. Cold-pressed from fresh coconut flesh — no heat, no chemicals, no unnecessary processing. The ingredient list? Just one item: coconut oil. Simple as that, and powerful because of it.
Thanks to the cold-pressing process, it retains valuable fatty acids — including lauric acid and caprylic acid — which are largely responsible for its health-promoting properties. This is the oil recommended by health-conscious eaters as a nutritious addition to meals. It's also worth knowing that the lauric acid found in Extra Virgin coconut oil is present in similar proportions in breast milk — it's credited with immune-boosting and infection-fighting properties.
💡 Fun Fact
The lauric acid in Extra Virgin coconut oil is found in similar amounts in breast milk. It's believed to have immune-strengthening properties and to help protect against infections.
Extra Virgin oil is also a fantastic choice for DIY beauty routines. It works as a base for face masks, a body moisturiser substitute, or a hair oiling treatment. Used regularly, it leaves hair soft, shiny, and stronger — while also nourishing the scalp and helping to combat dandruff.
Where does it fall short? High-heat frying — intense heat destroys the very nutrients that make this oil so valuable. On top of that, the coconut flavour and aroma carry through into food, which isn't for everyone.
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Odourless BIO Refined Oil — Practical and Versatile
Odourless coconut oil is a completely different story. Sourced from dried coconut flesh (copra), it is refined — but it carries the BIO label, meaning the entire process meets organic standards. The result? An oil with no distinctive coconut scent or flavour, so it won't alter the aroma of your dishes.
That's exactly why it's a far more versatile choice in the kitchen. It's suitable for frying, baking, spreading on bread, and can even stand in for butter or margarine. It handles high temperatures without smoking and doesn't go rancid — a big plus for everyday cooking.
But its usefulness doesn't stop in the kitchen! Odourless coconut oil also works brilliantly in beauty routines — as a body oil, hair mask, or scalp serum. Importantly, it helps protect hair against protein loss — it penetrates the hair shaft, moisturises from within, and helps prevent split ends. It has one more advantage: it leaves no scent on skin or hair.
💡 Good to Know
Coconut oil protects hair against protein loss. It penetrates the hair shaft, moisturises from within, and helps prevent split ends.
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Watch the Video Explaining the Differences Before You Buy
We've put together a video in which Michał walks you through the differences between the two oils. Definitely worth a watch.
Which BIO Coconut Oil Is Right for You?
Go for Extra Virgin if: you want a natural, unprocessed oil, you enjoy the taste and scent of coconut in your cooking, you plan to use it in cold dishes, smoothies, or salads — or primarily as a beauty product.
Go for the odourless option if: you fry regularly and need an oil that handles high heat well, you prefer a neutral flavour in your dishes, or you use it for baking and don't want your cakes tasting of coconut.
Can't decide? Many of our customers keep both at home — Extra Virgin for cold dishes and beauty care, odourless for everyday frying. In our opinion, that's the smartest move!
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