How coconut oil makes us more beautiful
It is currently being touted as a miracle cure: in the household, as a helper in all sorts of ailments, even as an alternative fuel it is used. There is talk of coconut oil. And also in the beauty scene, the rich fat is just hot. It contains important fatty acids, vitamins and minerals - making your skin and hair beautiful.
Some ideas on how to use coconut oil in the bathroom:
As skin care
The pure coconut oil is especially suitable for dry skin. The firm consistency melts at 25 degrees in the palm, absorbs quickly and leaves no greasy film. In case of wounds or abrasions, it can accelerate the healing process. Atopic dermatitis patients report in studies on a soothing effect on itching. Even those who have blemished skin can look forward to the anti-inflammatory effect. However, you should be sparing with the natural product because it can clog the pores in large doses.
In the bathtub
How beautiful! Just put a spoonful of coconut oil in the running bath water. Due to the temperature, it dissolves at lightning speed. It not only smells good, it also nourishes the skin. The creaming you can almost save after the bath.
In the hair
Particularly suitable for strained hair or curly hair: As a hair mask, coconut oil may be allowed to soak in overnight and only be rinsed out again the next morning. Et voila, the result is shiny hair and neat lace. Tip: If you are inclined to greasy beginnings, it should really only be in the splissigen ends.
As a make-up remover
Apply a few drops of coconut oil to a cotton pad and gently swipe from the outside in to remove the mascara and eyeshadow. Caution, do not wipe the eye directly.
As a deodorant substitute
Natural organic coconut oil contains lauric acid, which has an antibacterial effect and does not even create odors. A few drops of coconut oil are enough. It is best to apply to the dried underarms after showering. Positive side effect: Since coconut oil has an anti-inflammatory effect, it can soothe small shaving pimples.
Instead of shaving foam
Coconut oil can even be used for shaving. Under the armpits, on the legs, even for the Bartrasur it can be used. The razor glides very gently over the respective body parts and leaves a soft skin feeling.
For dental care
In Ayurveda, so-called oil pulling has been an effective method of dental care for millennia. Coconut oil is also ideal for this. Just keep a teaspoon in your mouth for about 20 minutes. The contained caprylic and lauric acids counteract caries infections in a prophylactic manner.
At the manicure
It's Sunday afternoon and you treat yourself and your hands to a manicure again? Then just use coconut oil to care for and push back the cuticle.
As a peeling ingredient
Do it yourself: Mix a little coconut oil with table sugar and rub your body with it. Especially dry areas like elbows, knees or heels feel wonderfully soft afterwards.
As lip care
It could hardly be more natural: Maintain your lips with pure coconut oil instead of a regular balm or pencil. Mhm, and it tastes so delicious ...
You can buy natural coconut oil either in the health food store, in organic supermarkets or online. Best on the addition "cold pressed" pay attention. This means that the vitamins and minerals are largely preserved.
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