Coconut oil is a white solid fat extracted from the meat of the coconut palm fruit. It’s solid white at cool temperatures but melts to a thin clear oil at temperatures above 25°C.
Extra virgin coconut oil is said to be the top grade of coconut oil which is extracted through the cold press method. The processing helps it retain its nutrients and also leaves the coconut aroma. Extra virgin coconut oil is a superfood. The unique combination of fatty acids in coconut oil makes it a superfood.
It’s is said that eating a teaspoon of coconut oil every day has positive effects on the body such as boosting weight loss, boosting heart health, and brain function.
Benefits on hair:
1. When used as a pre-poo (before shampoo) coconut oil helps reduce the amount of damage on hair that can occur during the shampoo process. Hair is most vulnerable when it’s wet and so applying coconut oil before shampoo helps reduce this damage.
2. Coating hair with coconut oil when styling makes it smoother and softer.
3. The above two ways of using coconut oil makes it a good oil for hair growth since growing long healthy hair is basically about reducing damage.
4. Scalp health and dandruff protection. Coconut oil is said to contain anti-microbial properties which help in treating dandruff. Coconut oil is also good as a scalp soother and so it’s a good scalp oil.
Benefits on the skin:
1. Helps treat eczema. Coconut oil is made up of medium-chain fatty acids which help to reduce dryness and allow your skin to retain moisture. This is exactly what an eczema-prone skin needs.
2. It smoothens the skin and minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
3. Acts as a great base for exfoliants when mixed with granular substances such as sugar and sea salt. Try it for your DIY body scrubs and lip scrubs.
Coconut Oil For Babies:
Have a newborn baby? Wondering the best natural oil that has no chemicals to use on your baby? Cold-pressed extra virgin Coconut oil should be your choice! Use both on baby’s skin and hair. It also eliminates nappy rash and baby eczema.
