Anyone close to me has had to endure my borderline obsession with coconut oil. They've had to listen to me rant and rave about the wonderful properties and varied uses this beautiful oil. Seriously, the stuff is pretty amazing though, and so versatile.
For about a year now, it has been a staple in our home. What started as a natural alternative to many remedies for pregnancy woes and newborn needs has turned into a life changer. It is moisturizing in addition to having anti-fungal and antibacterial properties. Not to mention, it tastes amazing.
From dietary and medicinal uses to beauty and hygiene, here are
My top 10 uses for coconut oil
1. As an all natural lotion for the entire family.
It smells amazing and absorbs easily into the skin.
Use it as is, or whip up a batch of whipped coconut oil.
(Find the easy recipe for Whipped Coconut Oil here.)
2. As a natural alternative for butt cream for baby, and as an ingredient in my homemade baby wipes.This stuff cleared up my sons HORRIBLE yeast diaper rash in a day,
and hasn't had another rash since I switched to using it whenever I notice irritation.
Use it as is, or whip up a batch of whipped coconut oil.
(Find the easy recipe for Whipped Coconut Oil here.)
2. As a natural alternative for butt cream for baby, and as an ingredient in my homemade baby wipes.This stuff cleared up my sons HORRIBLE yeast diaper rash in a day,
and hasn't had another rash since I switched to using it whenever I notice irritation.
3. As make-up remover and a great facial moisturizer.
Bonus: it also helps to clear up break outs when used regularly, and has a natural SPF of 4.
4. Use it as "Gunk Remover".Mix it with enough baking soda to form a paste and smear it over the sticker or residue.
Let it set for 15 minute or so, then wipe the gunk away with a wet washcloth.
5. In the shower.Coconut oil works wonderfully in place of shaving creams or gels,
and you moisturize while you shave.
It also works wonderfully as a deep conditioner.
6. To help with the healing of injury and infection.
4. Use it as "Gunk Remover".Mix it with enough baking soda to form a paste and smear it over the sticker or residue.
Let it set for 15 minute or so, then wipe the gunk away with a wet washcloth.
5. In the shower.Coconut oil works wonderfully in place of shaving creams or gels,
and you moisturize while you shave.
It also works wonderfully as a deep conditioner.
6. To help with the healing of injury and infection.
Coconut oil helps to clear up yeast infections when applied
topically as well as when taken internally.
After the initial heat has left a burn, the application of a little
coconut oil helps the injured skin to heal.
topically as well as when taken internally.
After the initial heat has left a burn, the application of a little
coconut oil helps the injured skin to heal.
7. In homemade vapor rub.
One of our favorite things when we have colds is to slather this stuff on.
(Find out how to make it here.)
8. As a homemade deodorant.
(Find out how to make it here.)
8. As a homemade deodorant.
Either alone, or mixed with baking soda and your favorite essential oil.
9. As a luxurious massage oil.Relaxation!
and, last, but certainly not least,
10. To EAT!
Coconut oil is great for cooking because of it's high smoke point.
Use it to stir-fry, substituted for vegetable oils in your recipes, as an alternative
to butter on bread, or simply by the spoonful! YUM!
Coconut oil is great for cooking because of it's high smoke point.
Use it to stir-fry, substituted for vegetable oils in your recipes, as an alternative
to butter on bread, or simply by the spoonful! YUM!
These are just a few of my favorite uses for coconut oil! What are some of the ways you use it in your home?
Be sure to check back as I add links for some great recipes for the goodies mentioned in this post!
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