Okay so it's been a minute since I've blogged but I am back with a product I have been absolutely obsessed with.... Coconut oil! This one product is probably the ultimate multi use product and I just had to share some of the amazing uses I've found for it. Be sure to buy organic coconut oil. Most super markets carry it on the aisle with other cooking oils I get mine in Tesco, health stores like Holland and Barrett will also carry coconut oil.
1. Moisturiser - simply scoop some out of the jar and apply it all over your body including the neck and face
2. Eye cream - apply underneath the eyes to reduce puffiness, bags and wrinkles. Use on the lids in the evening.
3. Pre shave - coconut oil will prep the skin for the pending damage caused by shaving.
4. After shave - coconut oil will help heal your skin after shaving without clogging pores.
5. Deodorant - coconut oil alone can be used as deodorant but even more effective if used with cornstarch and baking powder.
6. Hair conditioner/deep treatment - use as a leave in conditioner by applying a teaspoon of the coconut oil to the ends of your hair then running your fingers through your hair to distribute the rest. For a deeper treatment rub a tablespoon of coconut oil onto your scalp and gently work through to the ends, put a shower cap on to prevent transfer onto bedsheets and leave overnight and rinse out the next morning.
7. Hair gel/defrizzer - rub a little between your palms and scrunch, for curly hair, or finger comb through from scalp to ends for wavy or straight hair.
8. Toothpaste - there are numerous recipes out there but I just mix coconut oil and baking soda and bad a little of the mixture onto my toothbrush.
9. Makeup remover - use a cotton swab and a bad of coconut oil, you'll be amazed at how well it works.
10. Lipbalm - just rub a little onto the lips, it not only softens but coconut oil has an SPF of about 4 so you get a little protection from it as well.
11. Massage oil - pretty simply, grab some and rub!
12. Stretch mark cream - coconut oil is great at nourishing damaged skin, it won't fully remove but from personal experience it has greatly reduced the appearance of mine.
13. Nipple cream - this is one for any mams out there, coconut oil works great at nourishing cracked, sore or dry nipples. Apply to a cotton pad and leave on your nipples between feedings.
14. Nappy rash - very comforting on nappy rash without any harsh chemicals, this is also safe for cloth nappies.
15. Breastfeeding mams - consuming 3 and a half tablespoons of coconut oil daily will enrich your milk.
16. Body scrub - mix coconut oil with sugar and rub all over. You can also add in essential oils if you want a specific smell.
17. Healing - when applied on scrapes and cuts, coconut oil forms a thin layer which protects the wound from outside dust and bacteria.
18. Bug bites - when applied directly to a bug bite, coconut oil can stop the itching and burning sensation as well as hastening the healing process.
*I use coconut oil when cooking because of the following reasons.
19. Digestion - the saturated fats in coconut oil have antibacterial properties that help control indigestion. The fat in coconut oil also aids the absorption of vitamins, minerals and amino acids.
20. Fitness - coconut oil has been proven to stimulate your metabolism, improves thyroid function and raises energy levels, all of which help decrease unwanted fat while increasing muscle mass. Coconut oil also helps control cravings.
I hope you guys learned some useful tips.
Love,
A x
