10 Ways to Use Coconut Oil
The benefits of coconut oil include hair care, skin care, stress relief, cholesterol level maintenance, weight loss, boosted immune system, proper digestion and regulated metabolism. This post will focus on the benefits you will see while using coconut oil on your hair and skin. Coconut oil is one of the best natural oils for your hair, it provides essential proteins your hair needs to repair from damage. Coconut oil is an excellent skin moisturizer and serves as a base for various body products including lotions, body washes, and soaps. Coconut oil is comparable to mineral oil, fortunately coconut oil does not have any advise side effects due to it's use. Coconut oil is like a one stop shop for all of your skin and hair care needs.
- On skin as basic lotion
- As eye makeup remover
- When used consistently on skin, it can help reduce the appearance of cellulite
- Use as a natural shave cream and after shave lotion
- Regular scalp massages with coconut oil promote hair growth
- Leave in hair conditioner - Rub thoroughly through hair, put a shower cap on, leave for several hours, then wash it out
- Natural tanning oil
- Mixed equal parts with sugar or coffee grinds to create a body scrub (use in shower)
- To increase sun tolerance and prevent burning
- Run a tiny dab through your hair to prevent frizz and fly aways