Coconut oil is a Beauty Multi-tasker

Coconut, the Nature’s gifted-organic superfood, is loaded with nutrition and beauty ingredients. Coconut oil is considered to be a powerful all-rounder for different beauty needs. This miracle food is a traditional beauty multi-tasker.  Right from moisturizing to nourishing the body, coconut oil is truly a beauty wonder. There are so many ways in which one can use this coconut oil to pamper the skin and hair.coconut oil beauty multitasker

Exfoliation is a primary role of beauty treatment. Coconut oil does the work like a charm. Mixing few tint of coconut oil with brown sugar and sea salt can exfoliate your body well. Gentle scrubbing of coconut oil can act as a natural anti-inflammatory agent.

Sugar – 2 Tbsp

Coconut oil – 1 Tbsp

Lemon juice – Optional

For hair nourishment, coconut oil is the best bet. Its low molecular weights penetrate the hair shaft deeply, restoring its sheen and glow. The fatty acids in the oil bind well with the hair protein and protect the hair from external damage and dust. Massaging the scalp with the mask can result in nourished, shiny hair. The lauric acid and vitamin E nourishes the skin and hair.

Eggs – 1

Coconut Oil – 2-4 tbsp

Raw Honey – 2 tbsp

Olive Oil – 1 tbsp (Optional)

Massaging the scalp with eggs and coconut oil. Rinse with lukewarm water.

Cleaning the skin with coconut oil brings back the lost shine to the body. Since the coconut oil is rich in vitamin E, it protects the skin from free radicals. It also acts as a natural makeup remover. The natural ingredients and antioxidants in the oil fights ageing, by reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in the skin. Its high level of fatty acids helps in cleansing the skin effectively.

Coconut oil is an excellent moisturizer to the skin and hair, particularly during the winters. The tiny molecules allow easy penetration into the skin, nourishing and adding shine to it. Moreover, applying coconut oil, right after a shower, can help as a moisture-locking seal to the body. A dab of coconut oil into the skin can hydrate the skin from inside out.

Usually, virgin coconut oil tends to be more effective than the regular ones, as chemical processing stripes down its natural vitamins and minerals. The naturally extracted virgin coconut oil is said to retain its vital nutrients.Here is a

Here is a beautiful infographic telling the ways to use coconut oil for healthy skin.

coconut oil benefits for healthy skin

Inforgraphic Credit: Thankyourskin.com

Shobana

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  1. Isn’t it just amazing?! Smells pretty awesome too 🙂

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