37 Amazing Ways Coconut Oil Is Your Health And Beauty Solution.

There’s been a lot of buzz about coconut oil lately and there's no doubt this nature's gift is nothing less than miracle. Studies have shown that using coconut oil can help our bodies resist viruses and bacteria that can cause illness.

1. Coconut oil delivers a refreshing healing burst of moisture that penetrates deep into your skin and moisturizes incredibly. Moisturize your entire body with coconut oil as often as required.

2. Coconut oil conditions hair and scalp deeply while it strengthens, shines, mends breakage, split ends, frizz, and smooths flyaways back into place. Simply massage coconut oil from scalp to the end of the hair, wrap it up with sleeping cap and style in the morning.

3. Coconut oil is now being used to make homemade soap because it helps to break down grease and oil while detoxing the skin and helping regenerate skin cells. Generously massage onto body, let sit as long as you can wait and then rinse off.

4. Coconut oil has been used since the ancient times to cure fungal infections as the medium fatty acids found in coconut oil are incredibly effective on healing fungicides. Apply a few drops of coconut oil onto affected area and massage deeply.

5. Coconut oil is an incredible healer of minor herpes virus and inhibits the spread of of major sores. Rub coconut oil to your lips or affected area few time a day for fast result.

6. Coconut oil is also known to be an amazing SPF lip balm. Given that our lips are regularly exposed to natural elements like wind, sun, dust, dirt, e.t.c. we must protect them by applying coconut oil before hitting the great outdoor. You will also benefit from its collagen production properties which can give you a fuller youthful lips we all desire.

7. Coconut oil when mixed  with brown sugar can serve as a very effective skin and face exfoliating scrubs.

8. Coconut oil is one the best make-up remover on the planet. Coconut oil seamlessly removes make-up, the best part is that it also conditions, grows, strengthens, lengthens eye lashes all at the same time.

9. Coconut oil is definitely a perfect massage oil because it's fast penetrating ability, won't stick on your skin, moisturizes and softens your whole body while soothing the body. Simply massage your entire body with coconut oil.

10. Coconut oil has been recognized lately to be a healing nail and cuticle treatment. Coconut oil helps to keep them healthy, flawless, helps the nail grow nicely. Rub some coconut oil all around your fingers when you not using them, put on gloves or socks to allow total penetration and healing.

11. Coconut oil is used as nipple cream to heal and soothe painful cracked or chaffed breastfeeding effects. Rub some coconut oil around your nipples before and after breastfeeding.

12. Coconut oil is a winner when it comes fighting inflammation as coconut oil appears to have a direct effect on suppressing the natural chemicals responsible for mediating inflammation. Massage gently onto affected area as often as necessary.

13. Coconut oil helps decrease the bacteria count that causes body odor therefore can make a good deodorant. Apply a few drops of coconut oil to underarm and any other part of the body that needs refreshing.

14. Coconut oil helps soften your bath water, and your skin when used as bath oil.  It will naturally coat your skin, leaving it smooth and healthy. A few drops of coconut oil in your bath and your skin will be thanking you.

15. Coconut oil soothes rashes from diaper, discomfort caused by a rash of any kind, itchiness and painful swelling, and stops the scratching. Slater coconut oil where need and massage thoroughly.

17. Coconut oil is popularly used for wound care. Antibacterial and anti fungal properties make coconut oil an ideal salve for minor scrapes and scratches. Mix some up with a little bit of honey (also antibacterial) and lightly apply a dab to the area, or just use on its own.

18. Coconut oil is aroma-therapeutic. Just add your favorite blend of essential oils to some coconut oil to dab on your temples and the back of your neck when you feel stressed or nauseous. Peppermint and eucalyptus for headaches and tension, or lemon/lime/orange for nausea, are nice places to start.

19. Coconut oil is dry nostrils fixer. When your nostril is dry you feel the need to pick it but you do it becomes sore and irritated. Rub some the magic oil on dry nostrils and you'er good to go.

20. Coconut oil fades age/sun spots as it helps heal or lessen the appearance of a wide variety of skin blemishes, and people swear that daily application of coconut oil help fade sun or age spots.

21. Coconut oil eliminates dark circle around the eyes that make you look so exhausted. Every night before bed rub a little bit of coconut oil under your eyes to reduce puffiness and dark bags by morning.

22. Coconut oil softens dry elbows which are for some reason one of the hardest places to keep soft. Rub coconut oil onto them morning and night to help them stay supple and smooth and not so dark.

22. Coconut oil treats athletes foot due to its anti-fungal properties when you apply it daily. Be sure to rinse your feet first and pat them dry, then thoroughly apply a thin layer of coconut oil, massaging it in well.

24. Coconut oil melts sore throat away. Coconut oil provides a wonderful soothing coating, whether the discomfort is caused by dry air or an illness. Swallow ½-1 teaspoon of coconut oil mixed with 1 teaspoon of honey up to 3 times daily to ease the pain. This recipe can also lessen dry hacking cough.

25. Coconut oil when used regularly can reduce or erase stretch marks. Rub some onto the area twice daily (for example, your belly if you are pregnant) and massage it in well. You can also melt down some cocoa butter with the coconut oil for an extra moisturizing boost and faster result.

26. Coconut oil is secretly used by many as personal lubricant.  Yup, coconut oil can be used as a natural and effective alternative to store-bought lubricant. Do not used together with condom because coconut oil will brake down its elasticity and defeat the purpose.

27. Coconut oil soothes and prevent hangnails. Hangnails are also known as a “stepmothers blessing” in several parts of the U.K. as well as a “catchy” in other parts of the world .Whatever you call them, these little bits of torn skin  cause major pain. Rubbing some coconut oil around the outer edges of your nail often can help keep the skin soft and pliable, making it less likely for it to “rip” and land you with a hangnail.

28.Coconut oil is an amazing hair detangler.  When you've got a nasty tangle, try using coconut oil to ease it out without yanking or ripping out broken hairs. Dampen your hair well and then massage in coconut oil into it, let it sit for 3-5 minutes. Starting at the bottom of the hair shaft, gently work your way up with a comb to get through the tangles .

29. Coconut oil moisturizes cracked heels making your heels soft and attractive to look at. Use a pumice stone first to slough off any excess buildup of cells, and then massage a decent amount of coconut oil on. Repeat twice daily. Massage them with crush or blended banana peel for even softer effect!

30. Coconut oil can eve serve as breath freshener. Add a few drops coconut oil in your mouth and hold it until it melts, swishing it around a bit, and then either swallowing or spitting it out.

31. Coconut oil improves blood and oxygen circulation if you apply to the area where you need proper blood flow which will in turn boost your energy level. A ½ tablespoon a day and work up to 1 tablespoon to give you a proper circulation an energy boost.

32. Coconut oil when added to baby bath. Babies have wonderfully soft, smooth, healthy skin-and we want to keep it that way! Try adding a little bit of coconut oil to your little one’s bath to help keep skin soft and smooth. It will also help soothe any little rashes, scrapes, or bothersome bug bites that may be bothering them.

33. Coconut oil is now being used to help ease osteoporosis in many ways. Osteoporosis caused by oxidative stress may also be lessened due to the potential anti-oxidant effects of coconut oil and coconut oil also helps the absorption of calcium which is very good for the bones. Drink edible version of coconut oil or rub body as its fast penetrating ability will do the job fast.

34. Coconut oil fights ringworm which falls in the same category as athletes foot caused by one of several types of mold like fungi that feed on the dead tissue in nails, skin, and hair. Rinse the affected area with water and pat dry before rubbing in a small amount of coconut oil up to 3 times a day.

35. Coconut oil kicks eczema and psoriasis away. Eczema and psoriasis though not the same thing are both generally red, irritated, often times chronic skin diseases, and uncomfortable. Apply coconut oil to target part of your body that are affected and rub a thin layer to keep the area moisturized and healthy, while also fighting off fungus or bacteria that could set in as a secondary infection if you've been scratching.

36. Coconut oil helps heal bruise caused by impact or trauma rupturing blood vessels beneath the surface of the skin (who knew?!). Coconut oil may help speed the healing of tissue when used externally, even taken internally, and can help repair tissue damage and reduce the time that it would normally take your bruise to heal and fade. Apply on wound or bruise a few time a day or drink the edible version 1 tablespoon full 2 times a day.

37. Coconut oil is a powerful acne fighter. Our bodies are rich with bacteria that are naturally present, and necessary, to maintain our health. Coconut oil is an all-natural way to reduce the overgrowth of acne causing bacteria. You can also mix in a little drop of tee tree oil for an extra anti-bacterial kick. Be aware that tea tree has a very…distinct aroma. Not bad per say, just strong.

Please share your coconut oil experience with us in the comment box. What do you use coconut oil for and how?