Coconut oil is an all-natural, wonderful-smelling, extremely effective and wallet-friendly cosmetic that can replace dozens of bottles of different lotions, creams and balms. Check out what you can use it for.
Virgin unrefined coconut oil is a true treasure trove of nutritious ingredients that are useful not only in the kitchen, but also in the bathroom. A selection of 10 of the most unexpected and most nutritious beauty uses of this fragrant oil will convince you that this autumn coconut oil, which can be found at a reasonable price on the shelves of practically any store, is the only cosmetic tool you need to care for your body from head to toe!
1. Nourishing conditioner for dry hair and faster growth
Compared to other oils, coconut oil has the wonderful property that it does not stay on the surface of the hair, but instead penetrates their interior and nourishes dry hair prone to falling out and breaking from the inside. Heat the coconut oil in the microwave for about 30 seconds until it becomes liquid and apply it to your hair. If your hair is in really bad shape, then take care of it by applying coconut oil to your hair once a week before going to bed and then wrapping it in a cap or an old cotton t-shirt and leaving the oil on overnight. You can also apply the oil about an hour before washing your hair, or you can apply it to already washed hair to care for dry ends. Research has also shown that coconut oil stimulates hair growth, so you can also massage it into the scalp or eyebrows. Hair will be after such care silky and smooth, but especially nourished from the inside and fragrant.
2. Makeup remover
Coconut oil is better than any drugstore makeup remover removes any waterproof mascara, which still stubbornly clings to your eyelashes. It has a soothing effect on the skin and is quickly absorbed, so it does not leave any greasy traces. Apply a small amount of oil to a cotton ball and let this versatile gift of nature melt away all the makeup and dirt that accumulates on your face during the day.
3. Shaving foam
One of the amazing uses of coconut oil is to use it instead of shaving foam. We are probably all bothered by irritated skin or red spots that appear especially in the summer due to frequent shaving. If you apply coconut oil to your legs or underarms before shaving, the razor will glide over the skin with ease, and it will be easier to clean after shaving. The result? Wonderfully smooth and nourished skin without any spots or scratches.
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4. Deodorant
You can also make a homemade deodorant from coconut oil, which will ensure that the result of sweating will not be an unpleasant smell from under your armpits, as this oil also has natural antibacterial properties. Simply mix coconut oil with baking soda and apply the resulting mixture to the areas you want to smell like tropical beaches.
5. Tooth whitening toothpaste
If you've run out of toothpaste, then this quick mix will be perfect if you want white and shiny teeth. Mix coconut oil with baking soda and a few drops of lemon to create a creamy mixture that you apply to your teeth with a toothbrush and brush as usual. For a whiter smile repeat this process only once a week to avoid damaging the tooth enamel.
6. Night cream for skin care around the eyes
Coconut oil can be used as a nourishing cream to care for the sensitive skin around the eyes. If you apply it before you go to bed, the coconut oil will make sure they are fine lines around the eyes more smoothed and that the dark circles will look smaller and the skin will baby soft the next morning. You can also use coconut oil to care for your entire face, but first check how your skin reacts to it on a small area, as this oil can be too rich for some skin types and cause impurities.
7. Lip balm
In the fight against dry and chapped lips coconut oil is the ideal weapon. Smear it firmly on your lips and don't worry if some of it also gets into your mouth. A tablespoon of coconut oil can you gargle every morning about 20 minutes and the result will be fresher breath, healthier gums and whiter teeth.
8. Body oil
Coconut oil is the most perfect of all oils for skin care of the entire body, because it absorbs quickly, is not greasy and smells intoxicating. Apply it after showering, mixed with your favorite lotion, or on its own for smooth and nourished skin. If you want, you can as homemade scrub also use it in the shower by mixing it with salt or sugar to get rid of dead cells and thus prepare the skin for sunbathing. Coconut oil also acts as a mild protection against UV rays, as it has natural SPF 4. It is also ideal as an angle massage oil for complete pampering.
9. Cuticle care
If you have dry or torn cuticles, apply coconut oil to them, which will ensure that the skin around your nails is nourished and that your nails consequently longer and more beautiful.
10. Care of sunburns, spots, scars and other skin damage
Coconut oil nourishes and soothes the skin, which is damaged in any way due to external influences. Thus, this amazing oil will soothe the itchy skin that is so often attacked by mosquitoes and other insects in the summer. It will also work gently on damaged skin after excessive sun exposure. Coconut oil has also been shown to treat skin eczema and reduce visible scars and patches of dry skin.
