Before all the buzz on miracle oils such as Argan Oil, Castor Oil, and Sunflower Oil (to name a few), there was already COCONUT OIL! The seasoned and trusty Coconut Oil is still definitely a strong front-runner and a staple when it comes to being your go-to oil that does it all.
Besides the countless health benefits attached to its name, Coconut Oil has a very long list of beauty benefits that every beauty girl needs to know about! Keep reading to find out, as we give you a rundown of ten topical skincare, body care, and hair care hacks of Coconut Oil.
It’s a very effective natural makeup remover that can cleanse and melt away even the most stubborn, waterproof makeup. Not only does it keep your face clean, it gives your skin that boost of hydration and softness while at it.
Treat and counter dry, chapped lips by slathering plain coconut oil on your pretty puckers for ultimate moisturization that keeps your lips soft and healthy-looking.
Get instant gloss and shine with plain coconut oil!
Brush onto eyelashes every night (with a cotton bud, apply as if you’re putting on mascara!) before going to bed to boost your lashes’ growth and pigmentation for fuller and longer lashes.
Sweep a small (very light!) amount of coconut oil on top of your makeup for that instant glow! According to The Beauty Gypsy, many natural makeup brands use coconut oil as a base ingredient in their formulas for this purpose.
Massage coconut oil onto nails and cuticles to strengthen them and rub some onto fingertips to soothe and prevent hangnails. Coconut oil contains Medium Chain Triglycerides, a type of acid that makes it quick-absorbent and helps transport nutrients to cells faster and efficiently.
Mix some coconut oil with nutmeg and leave on your pimple for about 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse off after.
Mix six (6) tablespoons each of coconut oil and brown sugar (you can opt to add drops of orange and lemon essential oils!). Beat the coconut oil until its textures becomes soft and fluffy. Add the remaining ingredients and continue to stir. Use inside the shower and gently massage onto damp skin. Rinse off the scrub and your skin will be feeling soft and supple!
Squeeze one whole lemon and mix the juice with a teaspoon of coconut oil. Rub into dry and dark elbows and knees to whiten dark spots and patches.
Rub a tiny drop of coconut oil between your palms. Run your fingers through your hair to evenly distribute the oil—keeping your hair soft, shiny, and frizz-free all day!
Written by:
Maan Fernandez
EDITORIAL ASSISTANT
Maan loves her a good brow pencil, mascara, tint, and anything pink! She has combination skin, so a trusty oil blotter is all she needs to keep her t-zone in check. She’ll never get too old for a trip to the amusement park, and a half-dozen basket of Garlic Parmesan wings is the key to her tummy!
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