Natural Hair & Skin Care - Coconut Oil

Hey Hey Hey... :-)

Ahhh it was so nice and warm here in London yesterday, the sun was shining and it was such a nice day...however our friend the rain is back :-(

Anywayz...Lets talk Coconut Oil...Organic,Virgin, Raw, Coconut Oil (that's the real good stuff)

Scientific research has proven that coconut oil has numerous health benefits for the body, inside and out (Google it if you don't believe me honey!). You can use it for Cooking, Cleansing, Moisturising, Hair Care and a whole lot more ;-)

Apparently...a spoonful a day can help with weightloss... I'd love to know if anyone has tried this?



Biona's Raw, Virgin, Organic, Whole nut Coconut Oil.

Skin Care:
Coconut Oil has natural antibacterial, antifungal, antimicrobial properties and moisture retaining capacity, which makes it a great facial cleanser and all over body moisturiser (smother it all over when you are fresh out the shower before you have towel dried). Coconut Oil is proven to help with fading and smoothing dark spots/acne scarring so I use this as a facial cleanser after removing my make-up in the evenings...I'll keep you updated with how it's going.

Rub a small amount between your hands and massage in a circular motion all over the face, (it's great for removing mascara as it will condition your eyelashes too) after massaging your face for a few minutes (Yes a few minutes - take your time) just rinse with warm water or remove with a warm muslin cloth... All done!

Hair Care:
Coconut Oil can help to repair damaged hair as it is one of the small number of natural oils that can actually penetrate the hair shaft and not just coat it, it seals in moisture making hair healthier and prevents hair protein loss...It's amazing right?

I add coconut oil to my water spritz (half water, half coconut oil and 10-15 drops of rosemary essential oil). Melting the solid coconut oil to use as a pre-poo before shampooing and even adding a few spoonfuls to my deep conditioner for an extra boost.

I bought my massive 800g tub from a company called Biona on Amazon. When looking around for Coconut Oil check it is Organic, Cold Pressed, Raw, Virgin, Whole nut Coconut Oil - this ensures all the properties of the Coconut Oil remain and have not been messed with by any bad chemicals some companies use.

I'd love to know what you use Coconut Oil for? And what other natural oils would you recommend? Comment and let us know...

Hope you all enjoy your weekend, may it be sunny at least and not raining (Seriously London?!)

Love,
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