23 uses for Coconut Oil + 3 skin exfoliants

Coconut from palm trees is a nutritious food that contains vitamin E and K that offers many benefits. Among them are: the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, improving and nourishing the skin, weight loss, thyroid problems such as hypothyroidism, among others.

Likewise, it helps keep blood sugar levels stable. 50% of the fat content in coconut oil is a hard-to-find fat called lauric acid.

Coconut oil does not sit heavy on the digestive system and if you want a little extra energy, you can eat a spoonful of it. In addition, it is a nutritional supplement, for that reason you can add it to your food.

It must also be virgin, unrefined and 100% organic. You can buy it at Pharmacies and Natural Centers.

Uses of coconut oil

Below we list the uses that you can give to this wonderful product:

1. Moisturizer. It is applied to all parts of the body, including the neck and face.
2. Eye cream. It is applied under the eyes to reduce puffiness, bags, and wrinkles.
3. "After shave". Coconut oil will help heal your skin after shaving without clogging your pores, therefore avoiding the irritation caused by razors.
4. Deodorant. It can be used alone, but more effective when combined with baby powder or baking soda. Make a mixture and apply with your fingers or on a cotton pad.
5. Hair conditioner. Applying a teaspoon to the ends and then distribute throughout the hair
6. Hair gel or “defrizzer”. A little between the palms of your hands and pass them through your hair.
7. Toothpaste. Mix with baking soda and apply the mixture to the toothbrush. And brush your teeth!
8. Makeup remover. Use a cotton ball and apply coconut oil.
9. Lip balm (chapstick). Dab a little on your lips and this also has protection of about 4 SPF.
10. Massage oil. It is used by applying the desired amount and then massaging the chosen area.
11. Lubricant. A safe and natural personal lubricant but it is NOT compatible with latex.
12. Solar protection. Apply as necessary from time to time depending on sun exposure to avoid skin damage.
13. Stretch marks. It is great in nutrition for damaged skin. This may not be the cure, but it will help.
14. Lactation. Heals sores and dryness on the nipples. Apply the oil with a cotton ball between each feeding.
15. Diaper balm. Apply it to the baby's affected area and you will see the results quickly. Ideal for cloth diapers.
16. Dandruff. Not only will it nourish your baby's skin, this also helps remove dandruff from your baby's scalp. Rub a teaspoon into your scalp daily.
17. Scrub. Mix the oil with sugar and rub it all over. You can also add essential oils.
18. Blows to the skin. This oil forms a thin, chemical layer that protects the wound from bacteria. It also speeds up the healing process and repairs damaged tissues.
19. Repellent. Apply and spread all over the skin. It also reduces the swelling of a mosquito or ant bite. Apply an amount to the area and you will see the results.
20. Foot problems. Helps improve skin problems such as psoriasis, dermatitis, and eczema. Other uses
21. Dogs and cats. Place a tablespoon daily in the water, this will help your health. It will prevent bacteria and diseases.

Other uses

1. Chewing gum remover. Apply it to the site, wait 30 minutes and then remove it with your fingers. It happens often to our children's hair.
2. Enamel dryer. After painting your nails, apply a quantity of oil in a “spray”. Ready, dry nails!
3. Shine wood. Many times the wood loses its shine. Mix coconut oil with a little lemon. Apply with a cotton ball to the wood. These are some of the uses you can give to this product.

3 Coconut Oil-Based Skin Scrubs

The time has come to learn about a few coconut oil-based exfoliants so that you can cleanse your skin of impurities and show off flawless skin without dullness.

Coconut and lemon facial scrub

Ingredients:

• White sugar
• 1/2 lemon juice
• Coconut oil

Procedure:

1. Melt the coconut oil, then pour half a cup of white sugar, then add the lemon juice.
2. Mix all the ingredients, the consistency should be medium creamy and thick.
3. If you understand that you should add a little sugar, you can do it.

This scrub helps hydrate and clean the skin.

Coconut and Orange Body Scrub

Ingredients:

• brown sugar
• half orange juice
• Coconut oil
• Orange peel zest
• Olive Oil (optional)

Procedure:

1. Melt the oil, apply the oil to the sugar, then add the orange juice,
2. Followed by grating the orange peel and optionally applying a teaspoon of olive oil.
3. Then mix all the ingredients, its consistency should be medium thick.

This scrub will leave your body totally soft.

Coconut facial scrub

Ingredients:

• White sugar
• Coconut oil
• Olive oil

Procedure:

1. Start by melting this oil
2. Add half a cup of sugar,
3. Then add the olive oil.

Its consistency is a little sandy. It will help you kill dead cells and hydrate the skin.