Sunday 21 September 2014

5 ways of using Coconut Oil

1. As a hair mask
Put a tablespoon in a bowl and heat it in the microwave for about 10 seconds. Let it cool a bit before applying it all over your head from scalp to the ends. Put your hair in a shower cap or wrap it in a towel and leave it for 2 hours (you can leave it overnight if you want). Wash it off in the shower and your hair should be left silky smooth, plus it stays clean for ages! 

2. As a moisturiser 
You can apply the oil to the skin in a liquid or solid form. Just take a bit on your hands and rub onto your body. I usually just focus it on the dry areas like my elbows and heels. 

3. For oil pulling
Put 1-2 teaspoons into your mouth (with the oil in liquid form) and swish around in your mouth for 20 minutes before spitting out. Rinse with warm water and then brush your teeth. This helps remove plaque and improves gum quality. 

4. As a lip balm 
Simply apply this straight to the lips for smooth lips.

5. For acne and acne scars
Put a bit of oil on your middle and index finger and massage it into the face or body in the areas where you have acne or acne scars. Rub it in for about 5 minutes and then rinse well. 

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