Without doubt, coconut oil is one of the most popular ingredients used nowadays. We frequently read about coconut oil on the internet, but in magazine papers as well. This is because coconut oil is abundant in nutrients, antioxidants, and fat-soluble vitamins and it has been used for different cosmetic purposes for centuries. It is known to moisturize the skin and to better the hair quality. If you still have doubts about its benefits, take a look at the list below with more than 100 one-of-a-kind benefits of this amazing oil.
THE BEST USES OF COCONUT OIL
SKIN CARE
Cosmetic products that contain coconut oil are one of the most effective ones because of their long shelf life, but also because of their potent antioxidant and anti-aging properties. Therefore, do not hesitate to use coconut oil for the wellbeing of your hair and skin.
- Lowers wrinkles- apply some coconut oil onto the affected area to soften the skin and lower the occurrence of wrinkles.
- Detangles the hair- apply some coconut oil onto the tangled area and leave it on for several minutes and then comb the hair carefully and gently.
- Speeds up the hair growth- besides speeding up the hair growth, it will also make the hair stronger and lower its breakage.
- Reduces puffiness in the eyes– apply some coconut oil around the eyes before going to bed to reduce the puffiness in the morning.
- Hydrates the skin- mix coconut oil with other essential oils and use it anywhere on the body for aromatherapy effects.
- It conditions the hair- if you regularly use coconut oil for the hair, you will moisturize the scalp, repair split ends, make the hair glow, etc. For this, you need to put two tsp of coconut oil in a container and then put the container in a large bowl with boiling water to melt it. Then, apply it onto the hair roots or scalp and wrap the hair in a towel. After one hour, rinse it as usually.
- Lowers dandruff- melt a small container of coconut oil and apply it onto the hair. Leave it overnight and rinse it off in the morning.
- Makes a great aftershave lotion- instead of using your regular aftershave lotion to soften the skin after the procedure of shaving, apply some coconut oil.
- Protects the skin from the harmful UV rays- put a bit of coconut oil onto the palms and run the fingers through the hair several times.
- It softens the lips– apply some solidified coconut oil onto the lips to heal the cracks and moisturize them.
- It exfoliates the skin- melt half a cup of coconut oil and mix it with 4 tsp of brown and white sugar and stir the mixture. Pour the mixture into small cups and put them in the fridge. Whenever you need an exfoliator for the skin, slice a small piece.
- It exfoliates the facial skin- mix equal amounts of coconut oil and baking soda and use it as a facial exfoliator to eliminate dirt and brighten your complexion.
- It makes a great facial mask- for a beneficial facial mask, mix a bit of coconut oil and a tbsp of raw honey and apply it onto the face on a regular basis. Leave it on for 20 minutes and then rinse it off with warm water.
- It exfoliates the feet- mix some coconut oil with coarse salt and scrub the feet with the mixture and then rinse them off.
- It softens the elbows- if you have a rough elbow skin, rub it with some coconut oil to soften it.
- It heals cracked feet– rub the feet with some coconut oil to nourish and soften them.
- It is good for the nails and cuticles- apply coconut oil onto the nails and cuticles to encourage nail growth and to soften the cuticles.
- It cleans mascara brushes- before cleaning of your mascara brushes, soak them in coconut oil for 10 minutes.
- It makes the eyelashes longer– to achieve this, swab some coconut oil onto them.
- It can be used as a cheekbone highlighter- after doing your makeup; do not forget to add some coconut oil onto the cheekbones to emphasize them.
- It exfoliates the lips- to do this, rub the lips with 2 tsp of sugar and coconut oil mixture.
- It makes the perfect oil for massage- use a mixture of ¼ cup of coconut oil and several drops of some essential oil as massaging oil.
- It can be a great makeup remover- add several drops onto a cotton ball and cleanse the skin with it in circular motions and then rinse it off with warm water.
- It can be used as a bath oil- add several drops of coconut oil to your warm bathwater, but first, make sure you melt the oil in a cup. You can add other essential oils for a better aromatic effect.
- It makes a great lubricant- coconut oil is a completely safe lubricant, but you should not use it in combination with condoms.
- You can make lotion bar with it- mix a cup of shea butter, a cup of beeswax, and a cup of coconut oil in a mason jar and close the lid. Then, place the jar into a bowl of hot water so that the mixture melts. Then, remove it from the water and wait for it to cool down and add a tsp of vitamin oil.
- It can reduce cellulite- to reduce the visibility of cellulite, apply coconut oil onto the affected areas.
- It can be used as a tattoo moisturizer- apply some coconut oil onto new tattoos to prevent itching and inflammation.
- It can be used to prepare a natural deodorant- mix some shea butter and coconut oil and then put the bowl in hot water to melt it. Then, add 3 tbsp of baking soda, 1 tbsp of vitamin E oil, and ½ a cup of arrowroot powder and then stir the mixture well and transfer it into smaller cups. Once it cools down completely, you can use it.
- Treats varicose veins- apply a thin layer of coconut oil onto the areas to lower their appearance.
- Lowers stretch marks– to decrease the visibility of stretch marks, rub some coconut oil onto the affected areas.
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