Avoid the harmful chemicals of beauty products and pamper yourself with coconut oil.
With tons of ways to utilize coconut oil, it will quickly become a staple in your beauty routine.
Body Scrub
Keep your skin smooth and beautiful by adding a little bit of sugar to some coconut oil.
This is perfect for removing dead skin revealing bright and soft skin. YouTube guru, Cooking is Pun, has a great video showing you how to create a chemical-free body scrub using organic sugar and coconut oil here.Lip Moisturizer
One look at coconut oil and you can see why this might be great for hydrating your chapped lips! Apply generously after the shower for maximum hydration and to keep your lips look great. You’ll be puckering up in no time!
Shaving Cream
Coconut oil is perfect for helping you avoid painful razor burn and achieving soft, smooth legs. Simply rub on your legs or wherever you’re shaving before you start to help you easily glide the razor over. Not only does this save you from razor burn, it helps keep your razor blades from dulling quickly.
Makeup Remover
Skip purchasing a makeup remover and use coconut oil instead. Be careful not to get it in your eyes and you can easily rid yourself of the last of your pesky mascara before going to bed. A little bit goes a long way when using coconut oil so you only need a dab to remove your makeup.
Cuticle Oil
The next time you have an at-home spa day, make sure that you use a little coconut oil for your cuticles to help soften and remove them. This will give you salon-quality results without having to splurge at a nail salon. Once you’re done cleaning up your cuticles, make sure to rinse your hands well before applying your favorite polish.
Hair Softener
Struggling with dry and split ends? Apply a little bit of coconut oil to the ends of your hair after a shower. Not only does this seal in the moisture from your conditioner, it will add a layer of hydration and protection against styling and heating elements. Use caution when applying the coconut oil to your hair because you don’t want it to appear oily or greasy. Try holding your hair as if it were in a ponytail and then apply to the ends of your hair. This tips helps avoid the chance that you might get the coconut oil on your scalp and cause oiliness.
From nails to hair, coconut oil has tons of beneficial properties to replace a lot of chemical-filled, store-bought items. You can purchase coconut oil at most grocery stores or buy in bulk at stores like Costco or Sam’s Club.This is an inexpensive way to keep you looking your best and avoid putting harmful chemicals on your face and body.
(Feature Photo via Mandaryna’s Beauty Blog)