Coconut oil is obtained by pressing the pulp of fresh coconuts. In addition to its moisturizing and nourishing effect on the skin, it also has been proven efficient against certain infections! In this article, we’ll tell you all you need to know on this oil.

Coconut oil, which is 100% fat, contains over 90% saturated fatty acids, often associated with bad fats. While coconut oil has no place in your kitchen, it is still a great hydrating mask for damaged hair and is great for soothing the skin. By the way, coconut oil should not be confused with coconut milk, which has different properties and uses.

1.      Coconut oil as facial cleanser

Among the uses of coconut oil are all the benefits for the face. Its healing, antibacterial and cleansing properties make coconut oil an essential asset in your facial care. Because coconut oil is natural and gentle on the skin, it is safe and easy to use.

Combined with baking soda, which has astringent properties that help cleanse the skin by reducing excess sebum production and the buildup of dead cells, you get a remarkable natural face cleanser.

Preparation:

• grab a small container
• put 2 tablespoons of coconut oil
• add 1 teaspoon of baking soda

Use:

• mix the coconut oil and baking soda
• apply the preparation to the skin
• massage your skin using circular movements and light pressure
• leave on for 10 minutes
• rinse your skin by massaging lightly

Be careful not to use this facial cleanser every day, as it has exfoliating properties. However, you can vary the amounts to suit your needs of this natural and economical face wash.

2.      Coconut oil for stretch marks

Are you tired of seeing your stretch marks? You are sure to love coconut oil for soft, supple skin. It’s simple: moisturizing your skin daily will help limit the appearance of stretch marks!

How to use: Massage your skin with coconut oil in the morning and evening. If you don’t have much time in the morning, use a moisturizer and indulge in a coconut oil massage in the evening before going to bed.

It is not necessarily useful to buy overpriced and often ineffective stretch mark creams, because coconut oil is more than enough to fade those stretch marks out! It’s up to you.

3.      Treat your acne with coconut oil

Known for its moisturizing, nourishing and soothing properties, coconut oil is a natural aid for our skin, and may be effective against acne pimples. This is because the saturated fatty acids in coconut oil gently fight against the germs that cause acne on your skin.

Use: simply dab your pimples with coconut oil

Acne is an inflammation of the pores of the skin, mainly on the face, and is caused by increased secretion of sebum, which is characterized by the appearance of pimples

4.      Coconut oil to fight yeast infection

Coconut oil is a natural antifungal, which may be effective in treating yeast infections. This oil also has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. However, when the yeast infection is particularly strong and resistant, coconut oil may be ineffective when used alone. Sometimes medical treatment may be necessary if the yeast infection has been established for a long time and is causing too much inflammation.

For more effectiveness against yeast infection, some people will mix the coconut oil with tea tree essential oil, which is rightly recognized for its anti-fungal properties. Broad-spectrum and very gentle purifying, Tea Tree essential oil is also renowned for the care of blemish-prone skin.

However, be careful with the use of essential oils if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, prone to allergy or if you are using them on a child under 6 years old.

5.      Eliminate dandruff with coconut oil

Are you looking for an effective dandruff remedy that is natural? Used on its own, coconut oil will help you fight dandruff while reducing itching.

No magic here, coconut oil is quite simply a top-notch moisturizer, which is included in some of our shampoos.

How to use: Massage your scalp with coconut oil to eliminate dandruff. However, coconut oil can only hydrate your hair and scalp, and treat the dryness caused by dandruff. However, it has no impact on the origin of the dandruff problem. That’s why an effective dandruff solution should be your preference if you want to get rid of it.

6.      Coconut oil as a lip balm

Put to the test, especially in winter, our lips suffer from the test of time. But do not panic! To keep your lips soft and hydrated, all you need to do is adopt this healthy and natural treatment: coconut oil as a lip balm.

In fact, coconut oil will moisturize and protect the lips, in winter as in summer, to protect them from the sun’s rays.

7.      Treat a cold sore with coconut oil

Coconut oil has antiviral properties that can help your body fight off the virus that causes cold sores. Combined with Oregano essential oil, you will have a natural solution to fight cold sores. This is because Oregano essential oil has a powerful broad-spectrum purifying action. It is traditionally recommended for its fungicidal, mycobactericidal, parasiticidal and antiviral properties.

Again, be careful with essential oils. They are for example contraindicated if you are allergic, if you are pregnant, if you are breastfeeding or if it is for a child under 6 years old.

Notes:

Be careful to only use coconut oil externally and avoid using it in cooking. Indeed, although you can find many sites promoting the benefits of coconut oil in your diet, many studies tend to show that the saturated fatty acids it contains can be seriously harmful to your health. Also, before first use, test the products on a small area of ​​your body (wrist for example) to make sure you are not allergic to them.