Coconut oil has many benefits that have little to do with eating. Many people use it for cosmetic goals to improve the health and appearance of their skin.
Here we learn the top ten benefits of coconut oil and why you should include it in your daily skincare routine.
1. Rich hydration
Coconut oil is made up of medium-chain fatty acids, which help reduce dryness and maintain moisture in your skin.
- It helps protect the skin.
Coconut oil delivers a protective barrier that shields the skin from the environmental poisons, dirt and other pollutants you encounter daily. - It makes the skin smooth.
Using coconut oil on your skin has a smoothing, softening effect; Over time, it helps improve the surface of your skin. - It minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Coconut oil can help reduce the signs of ageing when used regularly. Hydrating and softening the skin makes those fine lines and wrinkles less visible. - It relieves temporary redness.
This nut oil has a soothing, calming effect and helps reduce temporary redness when applied to the skin. - It provides antioxidants.
Packed with antioxidants and phytonutrients (plant compounds), coconut oil for the face can help boost your nutrient quotient and fight environmental stressors that accelerate signs of ageing. - It is easily absorbed.
Coconut oil absorbs easily and quickly into the skin, providing instant hydration and protection. - It is an excellent base for exfoliants.
If you’re DIY skin care, coconut oil makes a great exfoliating base when mixed with a coagulant such as sugar or coarse sea salt. Combine the two ingredients, gently massage your skin, and wipe off with a warm, damp cloth. - It soothes irritated skin.
If you suffer from irritation or sensitivity, coconut oil can soothe the discomfort and provide relief. - It smells.
Who doesn’t love that delicious, tropical coconut scent? It is a bonus with the remaining assets of this oil.
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Professor Carel le Roux is an award-winning specialist in metabolic medicine and is recognized as a leading expert in metabolism and obesity. His areas of expertise include type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular risk and metabolic disorders. Professor le Roux holds clinics in Dublin, Ireland and practices regularly at King's College Hospital Guthrie Clinic, London.
He has published numerous high-impact papers over the years and has also been able to take up a variety of editorial positions in peer-reviewed journals.
Professor le Roux established a successful independent research group and his research in the understanding of the physiological role and pathological changes in appetite control has been widely acknowledged for his analysis in this area.
