If you don't like coconuts, just get out now. NO, I'M JUST KIDDING! COME BACK, I LOVE YOU!
But for reals. Coconuts are amazing. I'm a sucker for any coconut infused/scented/flavored ANYTHING. They taste amazing, they smell amazing, and they're amazing good for your skin...? SAY WHAT?!
It's true! Today's post is all about one of my holy grail skincare secret products, Organic Coconut Oil!
Now, I know that Coconut Oil is suddenly becoming a trend in the beauty/skincare world, but it's very important when I say that my holy grail secret is Organic Coconut Oil. We don't want to put just any cheap/supermarket Coconut Oil on our face. Many regular coconut oils are broken down, or filled with extra chemicals and ingredients that tamper with the natural benefits of Coconut Oil. That's why it's important to purchase Organic Coconut Oil. Sure, it's a teeny bit more expensive, but it's much safer for your skin, and much more beneficial, and that is what is most important. Also a jar of this lasts FOREVER, so it's not a pricy investment.
So, let me tell you about the types of benefits and ingredients Organic Coconut Oil has before I tell you all of the ways you can use it!
Organic Coconut Oils is jam PACKED with Saturated Fats, more specifically, Triglycerides. The presence of these fats is what keeps the Organic Coconut Oil full of moisture and hydration while applied onto the skin because the fats keep the moisture from escaping into the pores. When the Organic Coconut Oil is ingested, these fats settle under the skin, giving you a healthy, smooth, even- toned glow, while also minimizing the appearance of pores. Pretty awesome so far, right?
Organic Coconut Oil also contains Vitamin E. Sooo beneficial! Vitamin E is essential in providing the skin with a healthy glow, while helping to repair damaged, cracked, torn, irritated skin. Vitamin E also fights against the development of fine lines and wrinkles due to its antioxidant properties.
Organic Coconut Oil also contains Protein. Protein helps to maintain healthy skin both internally and externally. Protein helps with cellular damage and tissue repair, while also preventing scarring.
Organic Coconut Oil also contains something called Capric/Lauric Acids. These acids help to prevent microbial infections that can strike open wounds and pores, due to their disinfectant/antimicrobial properties. Capric and Lauric Acids also release energy-boosting properties that may give you more energy throughout the day.
Who wouldn't want to bathe in this stuff after hearing all that?! Get me to the tub!
There are countless amounts of ways to use Organic Coconut Oil, so there's no way I can list them all. But I will give you 10 Different Ways to use Organic Coconut Oil that I use myself!
*It's important to note, just incase you're confused when you get it... Coconut Oil is solid in the jar. However, when it comes into contact with heat (either in a pan) or the body heat from your fingers, it will turn into an oil. Just rub your fingers in the jar and apply directly to wherever you wish to apply!
Right before I do that, let me remind you from my Argan Oil post a few months ago... if you have oily skin, it is BENEFICIAL to put oil on your face. Do not be afraid of oils. When you apply oil to your face, your body feels less necessity to continue to produce its own oils, thus, balancing you out. Putting Organic Coconut Oil on your face is safe for ALL skin types.
- As an all-over moisturizer for face and body
- Specifically under your eyes to work as an eye cream. Preventing dark circles and fine lines and wrinkles. (My favorite way to use it.)
- In your hair to smooth fly-aways and frizz
- To smooth and hydrate damaged,dry hair, and prevent split ends
- As a hand cream
- Moisturize cuticals
- As a lip moistrizer
- Add it into DIY (Do It Yourself) creams/masks/scrubs
- To shave your legs
- To remove eye makeup
There you have it! Those are just 10 simple ways to use Organic Coconut Oil. There are way more ways than that, but I don't have all day, girlfraaaand!
So incorporate Organic Coconut Oil into your skincare regime, and absorb all of the benefits this natural plant oil has to offer!
If you already use Organic Coconut Oil, what are some of your favorite ways to use it? Let me know!
Have a great rest of the week, and I will have a new post for you up on Friday!!
Christina Bracco
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