Organic coconut oil has so many benefits that the lists are endless! These are all natural remedies and benefits everyone should know about and use. Not only will this product save you money it will save your skin! There are many more benefits and uses that are not on my list, however these are the most common. I'll start with the uses I utilize most often (most of them being beautification benefits of course).
Also, just a side note, about once a week, before I go to bed I cover my entire body in coconut oil as an intense nightly body moisturizer. I also coat my dry hair with it (for intense repair and moisture) then put it into braids (just so it's easier to control and it's less messy). I also coat my feet with it and put socks on (be careful not to slip and fall- yes i have done this). When you wake up, take a shower like normal and follow with your regular moisturizer and viola! Your hair and skin will not only feel amazing but will also have a great glow! Hope this helps! Happy moisturizing!
Beauty Benefits
1. On the skin as a basic moisturizer
2. As an eye-makeup remover
3. Natural SPF 4 sunscreen
4. Use by itself as an amazing tanning oil
5. It will help increase sun tolerance and avoid burning
6. As an intensive night time facial moisturizer
7. As a anti-aging facial moisturizer- replace your expensive facial oils from the beauty counter
8. A small amount rubbed on your palms and then throughout your hair will help tame fly-aways / or on split ends to de-frizz
9. Rub on lips as a natural chap stick (also you can add sugar to it to make a natural lip scrub to rid lips of dry skin)
10. Use on cuticles to help nails grow
11. Use as an intensive natural conditioner- rub into dry hair, put a shower cap on and leave overnight- wash out in morning- your hair will never feel better!
12. Rub into scalp daily to stimulate hair growth
13. By itself as a natural deodorant
14. By itself or with baking soda as a naturally whitening toothpaste
15. As a natural shave cream and after shave lotion
16. When used consistently it can help get rid of cellulite
17. Rub into elbows daily to help alleviate dry elbows
18. Whip it with shea butter for a soothing body balm
19. Use on hands after doing dishes to avoid dry skin
20. To prevent stretch marks anytime or during pregnancy
21. Mix it with salt to remove dry skin on feet
Health Benefits
22. As a naturally antibacterial skin cream
22. After initial heat is gone, can help speed healing of sunburn
23. Can help sooth psoriasis or eczema
24. Can help improve insulin levels
25. Can help improve cholesterol levels
26. Take it as a supplement for daily energy
27. To lighten age spots when rubbed directly on the skin
28. If you are a mommy- use as a cloth diaper safe diaper cream (just rub on baby’s butt)
29. In making your own remineralizing toothpaste
30. To support healthy thyroid function
31. Topically, can help skin heal faster after injury or infection
32. Rub coconut oil on the inside of your nose to help alleviate allergy symptoms
33. Mix a tablespoon with a tablespoon of chia seeds for an all-day energy boost (do NOT take this at night!)
34. Can help reduce appearance of varicose veins
35. It’s anti-inflammatory properties can help lessen arthritis
36. Can help resolve acne when used regularly
37. Can help improve sleep when taken daily
38. Can help speed weight loss when consumed daily
39. Some evidence shows that the beneficial fats in coconut oil can help with depression and anxiety
40. A tablespoon taken before each meal can help improve digestion
41. Can be taken in warm ginger tea to sooth heartburn or nausea
42. Can be used internally and externally to speed recovery from UTIs
43. Can boost circulation and help those who often feel cold
44. Ingesting coconut oil daily can increase mental alertness
45. Add to smoothies to give them a nutritional boost
46. Taken internally during pregnancy to help provide baby necessary fats for development
47. Coconut oil can be used to treat a vaginal yeast infection. They suggest soaking a tampon in it and inserting it for a few hours
48. Ingesting coconut oil daily can help with allergy symptoms
49. If taken regularly, it can boost hormone production
50. Coconut oil helps aid in digestion and may even kill intestinal parasites or yeast
51. Helps boost metabolism
Around the House Uses
52. In cooking as a great oil with a high smoke point.
53. As a coffee creamer
54. Great for baking, stir-frys or as a dairy free replacement to butter.
55. As a replacement for vegetable oils in any recipe
56. Better for high-temperature cooking than olive or vegetable oils
57. Natural bug repellent
58. To season cast iron skillets
59. A small amount can be rubbed into real leather to soften and condition
60. For pets struggling with skin issues when used externally
61. As a safe cooking oil for deep frying
XOXO,
Jodi
