Coconut oil for skin - women living in tropical regions where the coconut grows have always had beautiful skin and hair. They were lucky because not only did they have the coconut at their disposal but they also had the knowledge that coconut not only could be rubbed into the skin but it could also be eaten. Double benefits. When I started educating myself in the knowledge that these women already knew, I was blown completely away. I had discovered a miracle oil which only the well informed western knew.
Ok, by rubbing coconut oil straight from the jar onto your skin, how can it help you?
Everyday we wash our bodies and our face and in doing so we destroy the natural bacteria which live on our skin and protect our skin form bacteria, viruses and fungi. The skins natural ph is about 5 and washing with soap
and other detergents destroys this ph leaving the skin vulnerable to infection. Applying coconut oil after washing can actually help the skin balance the acid on your skin far quicker than it can do naturally.
Coconut oil for the skin promotes beautiful skin by protecting against free radical damage that causes aging. Its also a great moisturiser especially for more mature ladies who suffer from dryness. Don’t forget to moisturise your lips.
Cracked heels can be helped by rubbing coconut oil into your feet last thing at night and wearing cotton socks. The same can be done for dry hands wearing cotton gloves. For an extra treat add a few drops of your favourite essential oil, such as lavender
to promote sleep.
Rub a little coconut oil for the skin onto areas of psoriasis, eczema or dry skin. A little goes a long way.
Women can often have dry skin
on their arms and legs. The next time you come out of the shower while the skin is still warm, apply coconut oil. Alternatively, apply coconut oil just before you step into a warm bath, and let the coconut oil sink into your skin with the heat of the water. After a few days you will really notice the difference.
Coconut oil for skin can be used to improve your love life by massage!
Kills bacteria and funguses such as thrush. Can help larger ladies among us who suffer from thrush in between the folds the skin.
This oil is a wonderful hair conditioner. Massage into scalp and hair making sure you cover evenly. Wrap your hair in a towel to encourage heat and leave for at least an hour before washing out.
Skin Detox The last thing you want to happen when you are going on holiday is for your skin to look dull and lifeless.
Remember to always do a patch test if you are new to using a product or just not sure.
Mix all ingredients together and allow to cool. Apply to body and rub gently with your hand for a few minutes before rinsing off.
Coconut and Neroli Body Lotion
Soothing and nourishing for dry skin, a great antioxidant that protects skin cells against premature aging.
50 grams of coconut oil
60 ml sunflower oil
10ml wheat germ oil
5 drops neroli essential oil
Melt the coconut oil in a heatproof bowl over gently simmering water. Adding the sunflower and wheat germ oils slowly once the coconut oil has melted. Leave until cool but not solid before mixing in the neroli. Leave to set for at least 24 hours.
To apply. Warm the oil in the palm of your hands before spreading over entire body.
Tip - It’s a good idea to date label your homemade products.
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Natural Sugar Scrub
They can be used as a wonderful massage exfoliate or facial exfoliate depending on what oil you mix the sugar with.
