Coconut oil is a tropical oil derived from the flesh of coconuts. The list of its uses and health benefits are never-ending. Coconut oil is ideally available in grocery stores. We can use it in our homemade body care products. The oil works amazingly as a skin moisturizer and an ingredient in many hair treatments.
Always keep a jar of coconut oil in your bathroom as you can use it in a number of different ways.
Oil Pulling
Oil pulling is a traditional way to cleanse the mouth of bacteria. In the morning, swish a teaspoon of coconut oil for a minimum of 10 minutes.
Moisturize And Nourish Skin
Coconut oil is considered as a natural “miracle” cream. You can almost use it every day as a natural moisturizer. It has natural antioxidant properties that help prevent skin irritation, wrinkles, skin sagging, stretch marks, and reduce scarring.
Rash And Burn Cream
Many people have used coconut oil to soothe burns and rashes, particularly diaper rashes. You can eliminate diaper rash by dabbing cotton with coconut oil on the affected area.
Cuticle Treatment
You can use coconut oil if you want to keep your rugged cuticles tame. Simply massage your fingernails and toenails with coconut oil. Aside from this, the oil also has antifungal properties which can be helpful in keeping the toes free and protected of fungal infections.
Remove Eye Makeup
Coconut oil is effective at removing makeup. You should first wash your face thoroughly and use coconut oil to remove the rest of the eye makeup.
Shave Your Legs
Coconut oil is a girl’s best friend when it comes to shaving. Rubbing first a small amount of coconut oil on your legs before shaving will give you a baby soft legs.
Frizz Tamer
Problem with frizzy hair? Apply a small amount of coconut oil in your hair. Avoid having a bigger amount of the oil as it will leave your hair looking oily.
Hair Treatment
For centuries, this nourishing oil has been used in hair. It has a unique fat composition which makes it beneficial for certain hair types. Many people have been using it as a hair mask, hot oil treatment, or in homemade hair products.
Coconut oil can help lessen protein loss when used as a pre or post-treatment. Pre-treat your hair by adding a ½ tablespoon of coconut oil to the roots and rub the oil down to the ends. Leave the coconut oil on your hair for an hour before rinsing with water.
As A Carrier Oil
Coconut oil can be your anti-stress friend. Simply mix a few drops of your favorite essential oils with a spoonful of coconut. You can use lavender oil to help you sleep or lemon oil to energize your body.
