If You're Not Aware...

     For the last few months, I have been 100% obsessed with coconut oil. I'm pretty sure that it's the most versatile and wonderful thing that has ever come into my life. I love it and use it so much that I'm currently figuring out how to order gallons of it. Also trying to figure out where I would store gallons of coconut oil. Maybe that isn't a good idea.

 

 

     It seems like every day I find a new way to use my coconut oil, whether it be in food, homemade beauty items, or just general medical fixes. I'm going to highlight a few of my favourite ways to use this amazing product. 

1. Eye Makeup Remover

     Ladies (and gentlemen), we all know how tough it is to get off eyeliner and mascara. It's also scary to think about all the chemicals in normal makeup remover. Coconut oil offers a natural solution to break down all the water-resistant substances used in mascara/eyeliner/eye shadow so it comes off of your eyelashes and skin. Since coconut oil is a solid at room temperature, scoop out a little and rub it in your fingers for a few seconds until it becomes liquid, and then gently massage onto your eyelids. Then just wipe off with a clean cotton ball!  It also leaves your skin softer and smoother because it is a ...

2. Moisturizer!

     I have completely given up using actual moisturizers. Coconut oil soaks into my skin so quickly and effectively, and for a relatively cheap price, too! No more spending $20 (or more!?) on moisturizer when I can get this in my grocery store for under $5. 

3. Sun Protection/Healing

      Coconut oil has SPF 16, it is an excellent tanner and if you happen to forget to use some sunscreen and get a burn, coconut oil can help speed up the healing of your skin. 

4. Cooking/Baking

     Coconut oil has a very high smoking point, making it ideal for stir fry's and baking (I use it instead of Crisco in my Yorkshire puddings). It's also a non-dairy substitute for butter, and can be used as a coffee creamer when emulsified.   

5. DIY Beauty Products

     Whether it be toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, or probably any other beauty product you can think of, there is a DIY recipe for it, and almost every one will include coconut oil. Stay tuned for my favourite recipes coming in the next few weeks!