By now you probably have a tub of coconut oil in your pantry, ready to use for a myriad of things: cooking, baking, weight loss to name a few. But did you know this do-it all natural oil can also be used to boost your beauty routine? From taming frizzy locks to moisturizing dry skin it has a wide and diverse range of beauty enhancing properties. Coconut oil has become a popular ingredient in many beauty products, and has become the staple ingredient for many beauty-conscious women around the world. So what are the beauty benefits of coconut oil? Let’s break it down into five beauty categories: face, body, hair, bath and relaxation.
Face
Many cleansers on the market today are made with harsh chemicals that strip the skin of its natural oils, which often leads to skin issues such as acne and clogged pores. Coconut oil is used in many natural face products and for good reason: it’s naturally anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and moisturizing. Coconut oil is composed primarily of nourishing fatty acids and is especially high in lauric acid. It also contains vitamin E and healthy fats, which help to make skin smooth. The benefits of coconut oil for your face can be found in a variety of products, on its own or as part of a nourishing blend. Pure Fiji is a line of natural skincare products that use hand pressed virgin coconut oil from fresh coconuts. Their hydrating multi-active day cream is just one of the many products that you can use to reap the benefits of coconut oil for your face. It hydrates skin for 24 hours and helps to improve skin elasticity and collagen production. Coconut oil is also known for its anti-aging properties. Coconut oil has anti-oxidants such as Vitamin E and Vitamin A, which help to slow down the aging process and may help to reduce the damage from free radicals and the sun.
Body
Not only is coconut oil used as a moisturizer for your face, it is also an amazing moisturizer for your body. Coconut oil is known for its anti-oxidant properties and as such it has been used to treat various skin ailments such as eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis. Coconut oil can help to restore the skin’s natural PH levels thus leaving it silky and smooth. Coconut oil is often used as a base oil in body care products such as lotions, creams and body butters. Pure Fiji’s hydrating body lotion contains a blend of cold pressed coconut oil and coconut milk that hydrates, nourishes and protects your skin on contact. It is a great natural skincare product that will help to soften and soothe your skin.
