I am way behind on getting ya'll this amazing information on coconut oil, I apologize greatly! With school happening, I'm finding myself writing more for grades than for pleasure!
So.... In case you didn't already know.... Coconut oils is the bomb ya'll! What does it do?! More like what doesn't it do?! Pretty much everything! You know in the movie My big fat Greek wedding where the guy uses windex as a cure all for everything? Yea that's me with coconut oil!
First of all, It's edible!! Just keep in mind, when melting it... a little goes a long way! I had the clever idea to put it in the pan before cooking like I would with EVOO or real butter...Sooo... The first batch of eggs were a super greasy mess and ended up in the trash can... Approximately 1/4 Tsp. should be sufficient for pan cooking! Whoopsie!! I also throw about a tablespoon in my morning smoothies! Why?! You may be asking.... Coconut oil has a healthy amount of fatty acids that are great for brain development and brain function. Coconut oil also does not contain saturated fats.
Coconut oil is a great metabolism booster, and in turn provides us with a great source of natural energy! Who doesn't want more energy, right?! An added bonus to the boost in metabolism and energy is burning more calories, resulting in weight loss!
I could go on, and on about benefits of ingesting the stuff, such as it having anti fungle, anti-virus, and anti-bacterial properties, also lowering cholesterol and heart disease risk, but lets get to the topical properties!
I have been using coconut oil as a facial moisturizer for 2 years and I love it! It doubles at a moisturizer as well as a sunscreen, anytime you replace something full of harsh chemicals with something actually nature made your body will thank you! A gal I work with kept breaking out in hives on her neck no matter what brand of moisturizer she used. I told her multiple times it was chemically related, she didn't want to use the coconut oil due to it being "too greasy" meanwhile she was suffering greatly. Eventually she made the switch and the hives were discontinued!
Since I was a child, I have had an allergic reaction to "perfume soaps" I can not use any lotions or soaps with fragrance. I will spare the name of the soap that sent me to the Dr. with a rash. We all know these are harsh chemicals doing a number on our skin and even worse soaking in to our bodies.... but is smells so good you say? Smells good at what cost?... Get yourself some essential oils and you are set! There is a number of other things I am allergic to because of the chemical content.... sooooo.... this is TMI.. HOWEVER, it helped me greatly and I would like to pass on that coconut oil is also a perfect personal lubricant.... Moving along gracefully....
So I'm an organic hair stylist, lets discuss the benefits of using coconut oil in your hair! Deep conditioning. and detangling!! Oh my gosh! For deep conditioning make sure you have ample time. Melt a small amount, slightly over what you would use for regular conditioning. apply all over hair especially on the ends as this is where hair tends to dry out the most. Comb the coconut oil through your hair and cover it with a shower cap... or... plastic bag from the store! Hey! It works in a pinch! the longer you let it sit the better it will work. minimum time would be 1 hour, if you are able to sleep in it that would be best!
Massaging coconut oil into your scalp is great for dandruff and dry scalp, also doing this can promote hair growth if you are looking for long beautiful tresses give it a whirl!
Using a little coconut oil on you hair before brushing and combing will help ease the tangles out, and best of all you are not adding any harsh chemicals to your hair!!
I have only been writing this blog since February! Happy to finally be getting it to you in September! better late than never! If you are located in the OKC area and wish to have an Organic Hairstylist please click Organic Hair Care to visit my website!!
I have been using coconut oil as a facial moisturizer for 2 years and I love it! It doubles at a moisturizer as well as a sunscreen, anytime you replace something full of harsh chemicals with something actually nature made your body will thank you! A gal I work with kept breaking out in hives on her neck no matter what brand of moisturizer she used. I told her multiple times it was chemically related, she didn't want to use the coconut oil due to it being "too greasy" meanwhile she was suffering greatly. Eventually she made the switch and the hives were discontinued!
Since I was a child, I have had an allergic reaction to "perfume soaps" I can not use any lotions or soaps with fragrance. I will spare the name of the soap that sent me to the Dr. with a rash. We all know these are harsh chemicals doing a number on our skin and even worse soaking in to our bodies.... but is smells so good you say? Smells good at what cost?... Get yourself some essential oils and you are set! There is a number of other things I am allergic to because of the chemical content.... sooooo.... this is TMI.. HOWEVER, it helped me greatly and I would like to pass on that coconut oil is also a perfect personal lubricant.... Moving along gracefully....
So I'm an organic hair stylist, lets discuss the benefits of using coconut oil in your hair! Deep conditioning. and detangling!! Oh my gosh! For deep conditioning make sure you have ample time. Melt a small amount, slightly over what you would use for regular conditioning. apply all over hair especially on the ends as this is where hair tends to dry out the most. Comb the coconut oil through your hair and cover it with a shower cap... or... plastic bag from the store! Hey! It works in a pinch! the longer you let it sit the better it will work. minimum time would be 1 hour, if you are able to sleep in it that would be best!
Massaging coconut oil into your scalp is great for dandruff and dry scalp, also doing this can promote hair growth if you are looking for long beautiful tresses give it a whirl!
Using a little coconut oil on you hair before brushing and combing will help ease the tangles out, and best of all you are not adding any harsh chemicals to your hair!!
I have only been writing this blog since February! Happy to finally be getting it to you in September! better late than never! If you are located in the OKC area and wish to have an Organic Hairstylist please click Organic Hair Care to visit my website!!
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