I believe an overall healthy lifestyle is so much better than yo-yo dieting. Maintenance is key! Here is a health tip that has made a big difference in my health over the years! I will be sharing more health tips in future posts so look out for more great tips!
Coconut Oil
Where do I begin! There are SO many benefits to Coconut Oil. To start, I recommend using Organic Extra Virgin, Cold Pressed Coconut Oil. I just picked up a great one at Costco.
My favorite use for Coconut Oil is for my skin. It is our largest organ so we may as well take care of it, right! Skin naturally produces an oil called sebum.. When sebum mixes with too much dirt, bacteria, and dead skin cells it can clog pores and lead to acne and other blemishes. Coconut oil naturally clears away dirt, grime, and dead skin cells. It even has some antibacterial properties, killing off harmful bacteria. So its wonderful for acne! It softens the skin so it helps with wrinkles, giving your skin a smoother appearance. It aids in healing cuts, scrapes and bug bites. Its also an antioxidant so it helps prevent cellular aging.
I use it to clean my face. It does a great job removing makeup! I also use a blend of Coconut Oil and Organic sugar as a scrub for my face and body. It feels luxurious! Your skin will feel smooth and hydrated.
Did you know that Coconut oil is a natural sunscreen!? It is only about an SPF 4 so you still need to apply sunscreen. But it helps for every day use! All natural sunscreen! So go ahead and throw it in your beach bag!
Another wonderful use for Coconut Oil is as a hair mask! Coconut oil reduces protein loss for both damaged and undamaged hair. Coconut oil is hydrophobic, meaning it repels water. When its applied as a pre-wash conditioner, it inhibits the penetration of water into each strand, which would otherwise cause the cuticle, or surface of the hair shaft, to rise, making it prone to damage and breakage. Also, when its applied as a pre-wash treatment, a small amount is able to penetrate deeper into the hair shaft during the wash, when the hair fiber swells slightly. So its fabulous for people who struggle with frizzy hair! I recommend this to my clients all the time!
I usually comb it through my hair and massage into my scalp one evening a week. Braiding your hair keeps it from getting all over everything. I put it on in the evening and sleep with it. (You may need to put a towel or old pillow case over your pillow) And I shampoo it out in the morning. I always shampoo twice, then condition.
There are so many other uses and benefits of Coconut Oil. I could go on and on!
I hope you enjoyed these tips! If you have any tips you’d like to share please leave a comment below. Or if you use my tips be sure to let me know how it works for you!
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rebecca woodman beauty 