Have you joined the coconut oil bandwagon yet? I am IN LOVE with coconut oil! I began using this on my dry hair and skin during my pregnancy and was blown away by its hydrating and restorative properties. I was a bit skeptical to fully substitute this aromatic fatty oil for my traditional Extra Virgin Olive Oil in daily cooking. I gave it a go and was surprised that it was just a subtle change and not overwhelming at all. It really is so versatile and I now sneak it into everything and have even found many other amazing uses. This is one constant in our home now and it should be in yours as well!
Here we go…
1.) Substitute for butter, oil or frying options
2.) Spread on toast instead of butter or jam
3.) Drop a teaspoon into a smoothie
4.) Need a pick-me-up? Mix 1 Tbsp with 1 Tbsp of ground chia seeds. (Stay away from this if you need to sleep soon!)
5.) Coffee creamer when mixed into HOT coffee for a subtle, lightly sweet enhancement. Blitz for a frothy effect
6.) Insanely hydrating face, body & hair cream. Can even lighten pigmentation
7.) Rub small amount in hands and then run fingers through hair to calm frizz
8.) Eye makeup remover
9.) Homemade sugar scrub (mixing equal parts oil and sugar)
10.) Helps heal cuts and infections more quickly due to its antibacterial & antifungal properties
11.) Helps ease symptoms of eczema
12.) Swipe a bit inside nostrils when flying to help keep sinuses from drying out
13.) Make a beautiful massage oil by adding a few drops of favorite essential oil
14) Helps to repair damaged cuticles
15.) Naturally clears up cold sores
16.) Can be used as shaving cream
17.) Fights acne
18.) May be used in place of traditional diaper rash cream
19.) Cloth diaper wipe solution (mixture of approximately 2 cups water, a few drops of baby soap, 1 tsp coconut oil and 2-3 drops of essential oil)
20.) Some reports say even a natural SPF4
21.) Relieves cradle cap in newborns. Massage onto baby’s head, remove with a warm washcloth after a few minutes
22.) Use as a natural nipple cream in place of Lanolin cream
23.) Helps to prevent and/or repair stretch marks
24.) Can be used as a natural lubricant
25.) Eases and heals bug bites
26.) Itchy skin and ears for dogs can be aided with a little oil
27.) Natural wood polish for furniture
28.) Can help to remove gum from clothing
29.) Rejuvenates dull leather goods
30.) Seasons cast iron pans