Amazing Coconut Oil

The Many Uses of the Amazing Coconut Oil

Not many people realize how many uses coconut oil actually possesses. It can go from a hair care product to an ingredient in your favorite recipe, the options are endless. Here are a few of my favorite ways to use coconut oil...

Makeup Remover

Using coconut oil as a makeup remover isn't just easy but it is also very good for your skin. While removing the makeup the oil is also hydrating and moisturizing your skin. It's also pretty awesome that it's all natural so no harsh chemicals to damage your skin :D, that also makes it great to use on sensitive skin (also it won't burn your eyes!).

To use coconut oil to remove makeup is easy just splash some warm water on your face and put a small amount of the oil in your hand and then message it onto your face, like you would a face wash. Then after you a while you should look like a raccoon from all of your dissolved mascara and you can rinse your face and pat dry with a towel. (And let me tell you coconut oil really knows how to get through stubborn mascara)

Moisturizer

Coconut oil is an amazing natural moisturizer! No harsh chemicals yet it still gets the job done. But if you have really oily skin I wouldn't entirely recommend this just because it might make your skin a little too oily, which is never fun. It works perfectly for dry and normal skin types, or if that dry winter air is getting to ya!

To use coconut oil as a moisturizer simply put a small amount into your hand and massage into your face!

Hair Mask

We all know the effects damaging summer heat, chlorine from pools, and even dry winter air have on our hair, one way to bring the moisture and shine back to your locks is to use a hair mask. Coconut oil works as an amazing hair mask, the vitamins will strengthen your hair and the oil will help your hair retain moisture. And lets not forget your hair will smell amazing!

To use coconut oil as a hair mask grab a microwavable bowl and a couple of scoops of coconut oil (depending on how much hair you have, you could need more or less) and microwave until fully melted. Then use your hands to apply the oil into your hair and massage in. How long you leave it in will depend on how damaged your hair is, but it won't hurt to leave it in longer than needed. I usually leave it in for 30 minutes to an hour, but sometimes I leave it in for longer. After you have let your hair soak in the coconut goodness just rinse with hot water and wash your hair as usual. And bam! Silky smooth hair!

Teeth Whitener/Detox

Now I know how bad everyone wants camera ready pearly white teeth but sometimes we do some crazy things to get them. Coconut oil is a healthier more natural way to get better breath and whiter teeth! They call it oil pulling, it's gross and kinda time consuming but works wonders!

First put about 1-2 teaspoons of coconut oil into your mouth, then start swishing away. You need to do this for about 15-20 minutes(no longer or your body might start to reabsorb the toxins the oil is collecting) so I suggest watching some TV or reading a good book. Not only is the oil helping your teeth, but it's also removing toxins for your body! After 15-20 minutes spit out the oil into your sink or trashcan (oil can sometimes get stuck in the pipes of your sink) and rinse your mouth with warm water. REMEMBER DO NOT SWALLOW THE OIL!!! As I said it is removing toxins so you DO NOT want to put those back into your body! After rinsing brush your teeth as you normally would. Do this about once a day.

If you have any questions about how to use any of these methods leave a comment below!

                                                                                    xoxo Stevana