Coconut oil, (Cocos nucifera) ID: 231-89

The Indian name for coconut means "the Tree of Life".

Coconut oil is full of vitamins, minerals, antifungals, antioxidants and antibacterial elements, which is the best for the care of your skin and hair.

Organic, extra virgin coconut oil is cheap, very healthy and its aroma travels us to exotic places. Its antioxidant elements penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin, giving it deep hydration, removing dead cells and leaving the skin smooth, soft and radiant.

In cosmetology, coconut oil is known for its anti-aging and antioxidant action, as it has a high content of vitamin E.

For shiny, healthy hair:
Use it as a hair mask, applying amount along their entire length. Heat 3-5 tablespoons of coconut oil in a small saucepan for a few minutes. When it starts to get cold, apply a generous amount to your hair. Wrap them for 1 hour with cling film for better absorption and then bathe normally. For even better results, instead of rinsing it off, go to bed and leave the film on your hair overnight. It may be a little awkward but your hair will reward you with their brightest self!

Avoid frizz: On dry or fresh hair, apply a few drops to your hands, rub them together to warm the oil, and then trim the ends of your hair.

Treat dandruff and dry skin: Before shampooing, drip a few drops on your scalp and gently massage.

For natural make-up removal: Mix coconut oil with olive oil and apply it directly on your face as a cleanser. Leave it for a while and rinse. Even the strongest waterproof mascara can not resist the power of coconut.

Beautiful lashes: Leave some on the base of your eyelashes and watch your lashes earn extra points, as it will help them grow faster.

Beauty Mask: Mix coconut oil with honey and apply it on your face for about 20 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water. This mask is in addition to moisturizing and antibacterial!

Scrub: For exfoliation, all you have to do is mix coconut oil with baking soda. Your skin will appreciate it

Body hydration: If you have dry skin, you can only massage the problem areas with coconut oil only. They will become soft in an instant!
Does a good foot bother you or do you have dry feet? Before going to bed, scrape the areas with a pumice stone, apply enough coconut oil and wear a pair of cotton socks to stay hydrated overnight. You can also use it against dry elbows.

Extra tip: You can use pure coconut oil to shave your feet and keep them hydrated at the same time.

Risk-free tanned skin: The best tip for summer. Replace the usual chemical tanning oil you use with coconut oil. In addition to making an incredible tan while keeping your skin hydrated, virgin coconut oil protects against harmful UV radiation, as it contains a protection index of 10.

Lips for kissing: Put some coconut oil in the freezer to solidify and whenever you feel your lips are cracked, use it for extra hydration.

Night treatment: Try replacing your night cream with coconut oil, and you will not be disappointed. Oil antioxidants are perfect for smoothing out fine lines and wrinkles from your face while you sleep.

Fighting cellulite: Now that summer is coming, you start treating the areas where you find what you need a little more intensively. In 10 gr. of coconut oil, add 2 drops of juniper essential oil and 2 drops of grapefruit essential oil and massage.

Cool breath and whiter teeth: Few people know this, but if you gargle for 20 minutes with a tablespoon of coconut oil, it will clear your mouth of germs and lead to fresher breath and whiter teeth.

Extra tip: Did you run out of toothpaste? Mix in a bowl coconut oil and baking soda and brush your teeth with it. Everyone will wonder how you got such a white smile!

Natural deodorant… from home, for home: Mix coconut oil, araut powder, cornstarch, baking soda and an aromatic oil and your homemade deodorant is ready.