14 ways to take care of your body with coconut oil

In general, vegetable oils and especially coconut oil are nutritious for the skin, since provide you with the necessary nutrients to regenerate its structure, and prevent dehydration of the skin by forming a protective barrier.

Besides protect the skin against to external aggressions (pollution, smoke, cold, wind, sun, etc.)

Seeks a good virgin coconut oil, preferably certified organic. If it is solid, you just have to let it liquefy between your hands or heat it for a few seconds in a bain-marie.

Coconut oil is great for skin and hair.

The components of virgin coconut oil are capable of penetrating the skin and improving its condition. They soften it, protect it and keep it hydrated. They also act on the teeth, mucous membranes, hair or nails.

1. Before sunbathing

Apply a small amount of coconut oil before going out in the sun. It is ideal if you are not going to be there for a long time or in the central hours of the day. Virgin coconut oil, without further additives, has a natural protection factor of 4.

2. After the beach

On the beach it is necessary to put on a certified natural protective cream with mineral filters. After the shower you can put the coconut oil to avoid dehydration of the skin and protect it thanks to its antioxidant compounds.

3. As an insect repellent

Mix some coconut oil with tea tree or citronella essential oil and apply it on the areas that mosquitoes like the most.

4. If you have already been bitten by a mosquito

Mosquito bites are practically unavoidable. Putting a thin layer of coconut oil on top reduce the discomfort of itching and you protect the area from dirt from bacteria. It is also useful on scratches and scrapes.

5. For dry or damaged hair

The salty water from the sea and the chlorine from the pool leave your hair fluffy. Put coconut oil on your hands and run it through your hair before jumping into the pool or diving into the sea.

You can also apply it after washing your hair, as a natural conditioner. Let it act for a minimum of 4 hours before rinsing it off.

6. When shaving

Coconut oil is better than shaving foams. It is softening and moisturizing, without the need for any chemical ingredients. But the most important thing is that minimizes erosion skin.

7. Perfect lips

The skin of the lips is very thin and sensitive to solar radiation. Run a finger dipped in coconut oil through them; it can mean the difference between dry lips and juicy ones.

8. A luminous complexion

Take advantage of the moisturizing and antimicrobial properties to clean the face. You can moisten a cotton pad with the oil and clean your skin well. It is used to remove makeup.

9. As a deodorant

You can apply it as it is in the armpits or make a homemade deodorant stick. Mix 100 ml of each of the following ingredients: baking soda, coconut oil, and cornstarch. First mix the baking soda and cornstarch with a fork. Then gradually add the coconut oil until a paste forms.

10. To exfoliate the skin

Mix some coconut oil with sugar to create a body scrub with moisturizing properties. In summer it is more necessary than ever remove dead cells and all kinds of impurities that accumulate on the skin.

11. Wrinkle-free eye contour

Products specifically for the eye environment are not cheap and are often loaded with chemicals. apply coconut oil every night before going to bed and in the morning, when you look in the mirror, you will see the surprise.

12. Whiter teeth

Put a drop of coconut oil on top of the toothpaste and brush as usual. The gums will suffer less with brushing and the surface of the teeth will appear cleaner.

13. Healthy nails

Some experienced doctors look at the nails to guess the general state of health of the patient. So that your nails are perfect and protected rub a small amount into each cuticle. It will protect you from annoying infections.

14. Oil for a relaxing massage

Convince your partner to a friend to give you a mutual massage. Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil (lavender or calendula are very nice and relaxing, for example) to the coconut oil and rub it in generously over the shoulders and back from your partner. Knead the traps well to undo any contracture.