These days, it seems like virtually every
celebrity is using coconut oil in one form or
another. Angelina Jolie starts her day with a
teaspoon of it. Miranda Kerr puts it in her
green tea. Mindy Kaling slathers it into her
hair. Shailene Woodley oil pulls with it
(we'll explain later). The list goes on...
And since it seems stars just excel in the
beauty department by default, we decided
to get to the bottom of every way we can
use the wallet-friendly, all-natural oil to
make ourselves easier on the eyes.
Your Hair
Conditioner: Whether applied at room
temperature or heated up, letting your hair
soak in coconut oil for a few hours will deep
condition your hair, i.e. make it look and
feel way healthier, as it's rich with vitamin
E, vitamin K, and iron.
Anti-Frizz Potion: By lightly finger-combing
it through your hair from the ears down, it
can help tame frizz without making it look
greasy—just keep it away from your roots.
Shine Creator: While hair serums can be
packed with silicone, unrefined coconut oil
will give your hair a natural sheen.
Cleaning Machine: As gross as it is to think
about, the fact is our scalp and hair have a
higher bacterial content than we'd like to
acknowledge. Fortunately, coconut oil
contains anti-fungal/antibacterial
properties that make it serve as a protective
barrier.
Your Skin
Moisturizer: When applied on the face or
body, coconut oil works as an all-natural
moisturizer that replenishes the skin's
natural oils.
Soothing Balm: Whether applied topically or
ingested in precise amounts, it helps to
minimize outbreaks and irritation.
Anti-Aging Wonder: Filled with
antioxidants that ward off free radicals, it'll
help slow the aging process while keeping
your skin hydrated—making you soft,
supple, and glowing.
Highlighter: Once you've applied your
makeup, use it as a cheek highlighter as it
will enhance your skin's natural pigments
and reflect light.
Your Smile
Whitener: Oil pulling, which is swishing
coconut oil around in your mouth for
several minutes, has been found to whiten
teeth (Kylie Jenner is a believer ).
Decay Fighter: When it comes to
appearance, it's not just about the color of
your teeth, but also their density over time.
Because it's antibacterial, it helps ward off
the plaque buildup that causes tooth decay
in the first place.
Lip Moisturizer: Chapped lips are not a
good look. Whether oil pulling or using it as
a lip balm, coconut oil nourishes for a soft
pout free of cracks and flakes.
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