The 10 homemade uses of coconut oil

Coconut oil is a vegetable oil, considered a fatty substance containing 90% saturated acids from the body or pulp of the coconut. When purchasing this oil, it is recommended that it be one of organic origin, to avoid the toxins or pesticides that a regular oil may have. It is also important that it be extra virgin and unrefined, to make the most of its properties. Don’t you know how to take advantage of this vegetable oil? We will tell you some uses that you can give it to replace some other chemical or preservative-filled products that you have been using.

1. Butter Natural butter substitute, ideal for baking.
2. Oral cleansing Coconut oil can be used to combat gingivitis and whiten teeth. Simply replace the toothpaste with coconut oil, you can mix it with a little baking soda for greater texture and for more effective whitening.
3. Energy Smoothies A tablespoon of coconut oil in your favorite smoothie or after exercise will give you more energy, and if you add chia the effect will be double. Goodbye to drinks that give you wings, this will be your best energy supplement.
4. Moisturizer Excellent moisturizing cream, you will see the difference in your skin, as well as in your lips to prevent them from splitting. You can also put night masks on your face to keep it hydrated.
5. Makeup remover Due to its composition, it helps remove makeup from the face while leaving our skin soft and moisturized. It also helps to fade small lines on the face.
6. Anti-frizz With a little coconut oil, rub it in your hands and pass it through your hair, it will help you combat unkempt hair and static.
7. Acon leave-in ditioner With a small amount of oil it is enough to give shine to the hair, this before combing.
8. Massage To give body massages, in addition to its smell, it is a way to relax and thanks to its composition it will leave the area moisturized.
9. Lubricant It can be used as a natural lubricant, and it will be the healthiest you can find. Just be careful that it doesn’t mix well with condoms.
10. Stretch marks and acne If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, you could be prone to having stretch marks. To prevent them, apply coconut oil to the areas that most tend to suffer from stretch marks, preferably every day. Coconut oil contains lauric acid, which is a substance with the ability to combat acne bacteria. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that help improve healing. So, if you still have doubts about the use of this oil, now it will be clear to you that you can use it for all the purposes you want. Remember to purchase an organic, extra virgin and unrefined one to ensure better results.