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In the anti-aging arsenal of Queen Cleopatra and other representatives of ancient Egypt, there was one universal remedy that simultaneously smoothed wrinkles, relieved skin inflammation and protected the face from the summer heat. This is coconut oil.
Benefits of coconut oil
The whole secret of this oil lies in its unique natural composition. For example, vitamin B1 and pantothenic acid fight dryness and unpleasant wrinkles. Folic and ascorbic acids protect the face from inflammation – acne, blackheads and boils.
Skin moisturized with coconut oil is not afraid of cold, wind and heat. Caprylic acid normalizes the work of the sebaceous glands, relieves the skin of shine. Myristic acid becomes an “invisible bridge” that helps all useful microcomponents to penetrate into the deep layers of the dermis.
With regular use, the skin becomes fresh, hydrated and supple. Age spots and mimic wrinkles disappear, the oval of the face is tightened.
| Content of coconut oil | % |
|---|---|
| Lauric acid | 39 – 54 |
| Myristic acid | 15 – 23 |
| Palmitic acid | 10 |
| Oleinovaya Chisloth | 9 |
| Caprylic acid | 6 |
| capric acid | 5 – 10 |
| Stearic acid | 5 |
| linoleic acid | 3 |
| Caproic acid | 1 |
Harm of coconut oil
Restriction for those who have an individual allergy to coconuts. Do a quick test before first use. Apply some oil on your wrist and wait 15-20 minutes. If there is itching, swelling or irritation, the oil is not suitable.
Girls and women with problem skin should not use unrefined coconut oil with a high concentration of beneficial trace elements. An unrefined product can clog pores and cause acne. Also, this oil is slowly absorbed and leaves a greasy sheen.
How to choose coconut oil
Buy coconut oil in trusted natural cosmetics stores or in a pharmacy where all preparations are labeled.
For normal to dry skin, choose unrefined cold-pressed oil. It is the most useful. To get started, study the probe. A quality product smells like coconut, the aroma is not sharp, but persistent. The color of the oil can vary from pale yellow to transparent in the liquid state and milky white in the solid state. Dark shades are a bad sign for coconut oil, most likely there are chemical impurities.
For problematic and oily skin, it is better to take refined oil that has gone through several stages of purification. It has no smell.
The texture of unrefined and refined oil can be either liquid (if the room temperature is above 25 degrees) or solid (if the temperature is less than 25 degrees). The beneficial properties of the oil are not lost during temperature changes.
Storage conditions: after opening, keep coconut oil in the refrigerator, preferably in a glass container.
Application of coconut oil
Coconut oil is well absorbed and does not leave a greasy sheen. It is used in its pure form, as part of other vegetable oils, creams and masks.
For women with aging skin, it is enough to apply pure oil to cleansed skin just 1 time per day. Including the area around the eyes and lips. The effect will be enhanced by a small massage along the main lines of the face. Wash off with warm water after half an hour.
If the skin is emaciated and very dry, you can withstand a few more hours. But before going to bed, be sure to wash off.
Coconut oil is applied as a base for make-up under the eyes. It protects the sensitive area of the face from the negative effects of cold or heat.
For women with problematic skin, this oil is best used in combination with other herbal esters. For example, with tea tree oil, orange oil. You can also add it to regular creams, serums and balms.
Can it be used instead of cream
Do not use as a permanent cream. But it can be applied in its pure form for several hours, as a moisturizing or nourishing mask. Useful properties of coconut oil are better in conjunction with other components.
Reviews and recommendations of cosmetologists
Coconut oil has become more and more popular lately. It absorbs well into the skin and leaves no greasy residue. Perfectly moisturizes and nourishes the skin. Ideal for applying after sun to restore the water-lipid layer, prevents overdrying. But as sun protection – it doesn’t work like that, it doesn’t have an SPF factor – this is a big misconception. This oil is also an excellent antiseptic, has an antibacterial effect, – said cosmetologist-dermatologist Marina Vaulina, Chief Physician of Uniwell Center for Anti-Aging Medicine and Aesthetic Cosmetology.
Note recipe
For a moisturizing mask for dry skin, you will need 1 teaspoon of coconut oil, 1 teaspoon of blue clay and 3 drops of orange oil.
Mix two oils, add clay and apply on the face (avoiding the eye and lip area). Leave on for 15-20 minutes and rinse with warm water Wipe the skin with tonic.
Result: the skin is more elastic and elastic, wrinkles are smoothed out.