Here are 10 ways you can use virgin unrefined coconut oil as a beauty product
1. To remove makeup
Dip cotton wool in coconut oil and remove the makeup. Even the toughest makeup, such as waterproof mascara, will be easily removed with coconut oil.
2. For nails
First, soak the nails into the oil to soften them and slowly push agnails towards the root of the nail. Apply the oil into your nail and leave for 5 minutes to absorb. Coconut oil will protect keratin layers of your nails, which will be stronger and healthier.
3. As a deodorant
There is a lot of stories about the harmful components of deodorants and the long-term consequences for our health. It’s always a better natural alternative. Due to its antibacterial and antifungal properties, it will slow sweating and naturally protect the armpits.
4. Like a hair mask
Coconut is rich in fatty acids and is therefore extremely nutritious for scalp and hair follicles. Use oil for your hair and leave a few hours to get the best possible results. Rinse and wash your hair with a shampoo and rinse again. You will have beautiful, shiny and soft hair. Coconut oil can also be used on eyebrows and eyelashes.
5. A fight against dandruff
Coconut oil gives the required hydration to dry scalp and is, therefore, an effective fighter against dandruff. Apply on scalp and leave it for a while on your hair. It will reduce the itching of the scalp.
6. Oral cavity health
In old Ayurvedic practice using coconut oil guarantees the improvement of the body’s general condition and the cleansing of the oral cavity from bacteria and poisons. Do not forget to spill out after a minute. It can also be used as a replacement for the hand soap. Because it is antibacterial, it is good to put on your hands. Take some oil and wash your hands for about 30 seconds. Lightly rinse the dirt, and wipe your hands with a wet towel. You will clean your hands, moisturize them and soften.
7. Natural Peeling
Coconut oil contains lauric acid that removes impurities from the skin surface. Use the oil on the body and then remove the peeling with a thick damping glove. Apart from removing impurities, coconut oil will hydrate the skin. You can add brown sugar to coconut oil for instant peeling.
8. Massage Oil
Coconut oil is an excellent choice for natural massage oil. It effectively reduces visible strokes and relieves muscle pain. With skin hydration and impurities removal, this will give you multiple benefits.
9. Great for face and anti-aging
Coconut oil is a lot of vitamin E and it can replace multiple face products with its hydrating, anti-inflammatory action. Coconut oil is much faster absorbed than other products, cleanses and tightens pores and can also be used in the fight against tiny wrinkles around your eyes. Apply coconut oil to this area and do not rinse. Coconut oil has a natural protective factor. So you will nourish, hydrate and protect your lips as well.
10. As a shaving gel
Coconut oil can be used on all parts of the body. The oil will nourish the follicles, relieve redness and hydrate the skin during and after shaving. Thanks to its texture, the razor will smoothly cross over your skin, and the oil layer will continue to keep the skin nurtured.