[LaurieMoser]

Perry, thank you so much for your
research efforts. Finding accurate information about salicylates is practically
impossible. I know…I’ve been doing exhaustive searches for over two years!

So I now simply follow the guidelines
from my three doctors: Functional Medicine, Allergist/Immunologist, and Mast Cell
Activation specialist. All three say coconut oil (and olive oil) are VERY high in
salicylates. Plus, there’s no mistaking how bad my vertigo gets after using any
personal care products containing coconut oil…even a little lip balm.

But that still leaves my original question. Let’s
assume coconut oil does contain salicylates. Would that also apply
to ingredients comprised of coconut alcohol, like Coco Caprylate/Caprate?
As you suggested earlier, might the salicylates be eliminated during synthesis from
coconut oil to fatty alcohols?

[LaurieMoser]

Google is a great resource. When you search for “coconut oil + salicylates” you’ll find a lot of information. To get you started, here is the first page in the SERPs:

http://www.paleoskincare.com.au/blog/is-coconut-bad-for-eczema/

Hope this helps.

[LaurieMoser]

Thanks, Perry. Interestingly, MCT also triggers my salicylate sensitivity, but pure C8 does not. So I guess I would need to contact the supplier to see what they start with.

[LaurieMoser]

Hi Perry and Forum Members!

I’m Laurie from Las Vegas, and I’m
enrolled in the Chemists Corner Natural Cosmetic Formulating Course.

Histamine Intolerance and Salicylate Sensitivity
have caused my ultra-sensitive/reactive skin, and the need to formulate my own
skincare products. It’s been trial and error —mostly error— so I’m sure the Course
and this Forum will help a lot.