The benefits of coconut oil for the face were relatively unknown for western cultures. Very popular for giving us golden skin in the sun or for moisturizing and fortifying our hair, its use on the skin of the face was quite mixed. And for good reason, this vegetable oil is not recommended for oily or acne-prone skin: very rich and nourishing, it tends to clog pores and add more fat. No question of banishing it. Because for dry and normal skin, it's a real mine of benefits!
Just a few drops of coconut oil are enough to restore soft, smooth, supple and perfectly hydrated skin. Rich in vitamins A and E, lauric acid and antioxidants, this natural and versatile oil will soothe, purify and beautify your face, cleansing all impurities in the process. As a bonus, this treatment is natural and contains no chemical ingredients. The must: its intoxicating and exotic fragrance that immediately immerses us in a tropical island... It is not for nothing that it is very often used in the world of cosmetics!
A true anti-aging ally, to regain healthy, rejuvenated and elastic skin, you absolutely must include coconut oil in your beauty routine. Let's discover together the best ways to use it.
How to use coconut oil on the face?
Some people may have an allergic reaction when their skin comes into direct contact with coconut oil. This is why before applying this oil on your skin, it is always recommended to test in a patch of skin before first use.
Coconut oil is an excellent skin moisturizer
Coconut oil is one of the best weapons against dehydration and dry skin. It is therefore perfectly suited to dry and fragile skin. Indeed, it effectively retains moisture in the skin to prevent dryness and itching. It is very easy to apply to combination and normal skin as a moisturizer by simply rubbing it between your hands. For very dry skin, apply it to the face after each wash.
How to use: After cleansing your face, pat dry with a clean, soft towel. Apply a small amount of coconut oil to the palm of your hand and rub them together to melt the oil. Gently apply a small amount to your face, gently massaging into your skin. Leave it on for about 5-10 minutes for your skin to absorb the coconut oil well. Then remove the excess with a clean cloth. Your face is now purified, smooth and very hydrated!
Coconut oil as a makeup remover
Applying coconut oil to remove makeup from your face has become a part of many women's daily beauty routines.
You will also notice that after a while, if you regularly use coconut oil on your face to remove your make-up, you will feel a clear difference on your skin, both in terms of softness and suppleness and elasticity.
Coconut oil is also gentle enough to use on sensitive skin. The vitamins and fatty acids contained in this oil will thus make it possible to effectively remove make-up from your face without the need for rubbing or the application of aggressive make-up removers. As a result, there is much less chance of your skin getting irritated and damaged.
How to use: rub a little coconut oil between your fingers. Gently apply the oil to your face, around the eyes and on the eyelashes. Using light circular movements, massage a little on your face to remove all makeup, but also on your neck. Use a damp cotton ball to remove excess oil and makeup. Rinse your face with lukewarm water. Don't forget that this trick is the best way to remove make-up around the eyes, because the latter do not feel any irritation!
Coconut oil reduces facial wrinkles and prevents premature aging
As we have said, coconut oil is also a powerful anti-aging agent! It can help reduce the appearance of wrinkles on your face if you use it regularly as a skin moisturizer. Because, you should know that wrinkles appear when the collagen of the epidermis breaks down and the skin loses its elasticity.
Also, regularly using coconut oil on your face and neck can help keep your skin hydrated and prevent collagen loss, making your skin look much smoother.
And that's not all. This versatile oil further helps wounds heal faster. And this, thanks to its components that increase the production of collagen which provides the necessary firmness to the skin to stay healthy and move as it should. Also, coconut oil will precisely promote a greater amount of collagen to help the skin to be thicker, thus making wrinkles and fine lines less visible.
Apply a small amount of coconut oil to your face morning and night as a daily moisturizer. Its nourishing properties will thus prevent the signs of premature aging and keep skin young for longer.