Coconuts are generally considered a superfood thanks to their extensive medicinal, cosmetic, culinary, and other varied uses. The possibilities are endless for the nutritious and healing properties of the concentrated oil of a coconut. Harmless saturated fats stored within the cells of coconut oil are responsible for the health benefits, if used in moderation. For instance, the Lauric Acid found in coconut oil offers seemingly endless healing and cosmetic properties. Lauric Acid can even kill harmful bacteria in our skin, which makes it a nice, natural face scrub or moisturizer.
Read on to discover some affordable uses for coconut. Each idea is DIY and requires only one thing: coconut oil!
12 Uses for Coconut Oil
1. Rub onto the skin as a light moisturizer.
2. Apply to dark spots on skin to lighten them over time.
3. Massage into relevant areas on skin to prevent stretch marks.
4. Apply as a natural SPF 4 sunscreen.
5. Smooth on lips as a wholesome moisturizing lip balm.
6. Massage into hair as a natural deep conditioner and leave on for a few hours, then rinse.
7. Use as a soothing agent for psoriasis or eczema.
8. Mix a tablespoon into a cup of hot tea to recover from a cold or flu more quickly.
9. Work into varicose veins to reduce their appearance.
10. Mix with aloe and rub onto skin to help heal sunburns.
11. Use as a natural deodorant…and smell amazing!
12. Rub onto dry areas of skin daily to help alleviate dryness and flakiness.
– Jesi V. Taylor, Writer | Researcher | Receptionist