Yes, I appreciate that I'm massively late to the party, but I serve as living proof that a couple of us basic bitches out there still haven't heard of God's nectar. That is, coconut oil. It's been long known that coconut oil seems to be the cure and answer to every bit of life's little annoyances from tired eyes to dry hair. Here I've scoured the internet (and my own brain of course) to find every little use I could for coconut oil. You'll soon see why everyone from your sister to your boss is buying, and repeat buying it.
Skin:
1. Stretch marks - Prevents and softens stretch marks from pregnancy, weight gain/weight loss for soft and supple skin.
2. Scars - Coconut oil used over a period of time can reduce the appearance of scars.
3. Acne - Gently fights the bacteria that cause acne. Dab it directly on the offending pimples to watch them shrink.
4. Cleanser - Coconut oil makes an effective and gentle cleanser to remove the grime of the day.
5. Shaving cream - Coconut oil keeps the razor gliding smoothly while leaving skin smooth and soft.
6. Moisturiser - Coconut oil is an excellent way to soften and hydrate dry, rough or damaged skin.
7. Sunburn/after-sun care - Coconut oil helps prevent sunburn for short exposures. The oil also helps sooth burnt skin and speed up healing. Wait until your skin had cooled before applying or you'll trap the heat in - nasty!
8. Eye cream - Reduces puffiness and dark circles with a few dabs.
Beauty:
9. Lip balm - Coconut hydrates and protects your lips also offering some protection from the sun.
10. Make-up remover - Easily remove oil based makeup after a long days work or late night out. Perfect for mascara and some foundations.
11. Make-up brush cleaner - Use liquefied coconut oil to remove the grime make-up brushes collect and to protect the bristles.
12. Highlighter - Dab on your cheekbones or eyelids to give yourself a fresh faced, dewy look.
13. Cuticle rub - Massaging coconut oil into cuticles will strengthen the cuticle region.
Hair:
14. Dandruff - Massaging coconut oil into your scalp eases symptoms of dandruff - itching and flaking.
15. Lice - Coconut oil kills and removes this highly annoying problem.
16. Conditioner - Coconut oil detangles hair and provides shine and moisture. Apply as a hair mask and leave on for half an hour and then wash out with warm water and shampoo.
17. Anti-frizz - Run a little bit of coconut oil through your hair with a fine toothed comb and leave in to tame your frizz.
18. Gum removal - Coconut oil can remove sticky bits in your hair such as the especially tricky gum.
Health:
19. Pink eye/styes - Waking up in the morning and finding out you have a stye is an instant day ruiner. Rub some coconut oil on the stye to quickly get rid of this annoying infection.
20. Nappy rash - Coconut oil helps relieve milk nappy rash gently and effectively.
21. Chicken pox - Ease itching and encourage healing with dabs of coconut oil. Also helpful for various insect and mosquito bites.
22. Yeast infections - Coconut oil helps fight these infections internally and externally.
23. Nose bleeds - If you've ever had a nosebleed you know the telltale signs of dry and cracked skin around your nostrils. Coconut oil can provide the perfect relief and prevent nose bleeds.
24. Sore throat - Dissolve a spoonful in your mouth and let the oil roll slowly down your throat for relief. This will help fight infection and protect the throat.
Cooking:
25. Butter - Spread coconut oil over your morning toast as a butter substitute for a healthier option.
26. Popcorn - Add melted coconut oil to your air-popped corn for a subtle flavour. Most places pop their corn with coconut oil so it's not as strange as it might sound.
27. Baking - You can use coconut oil in place of butter when baking but be sure to research all the different ways as it'll be different for every recipe.
25. Butter - Spread coconut oil over your morning toast as a butter substitute for a healthier option.
26. Popcorn - Add melted coconut oil to your air-popped corn for a subtle flavour. Most places pop their corn with coconut oil so it's not as strange as it might sound.
27. Baking - You can use coconut oil in place of butter when baking but be sure to research all the different ways as it'll be different for every recipe.
28. Vegetable oil - Coconut oil is an awesome vegetable oil substitute but you'll need to make sure to keep it warm enough while mixing to avoid it from solidifying.
If you can see anything I've missed off shoot me a comment below!
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