But as it turns out, it might be time to strongly consider it.
(And the fact that it is easy to find and can be pretty wallet-friendly doesnt hurt either.)
Dont just take our word for it, though.
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Dry skin be damned.
What is coconut oil?
Coconut oil comes from coconut meat, which is the white part you see when you cut into one.
Where our skin is concerned, its main benefit is that it can act as a natural moisturizer.
Zeichner says that coconut oil can safely be used as amakeup remover,even around the eyes.
So consider this for the next time it’s crucial that you cleanse off hard-to-remove liner or mascara.
King goes on to say that coconut oil also contains lauric acid, which contains antifungal and antibacterial properties.
Coconut oil is also rich in antioxidant properties, which can help protect the skin from environmental aggressors.
It can help neutralize and prevent damage from free radicals from UV rays and pollution, says King.
This also helps the skin fight off premature fine lines and other signs of aging.
Zeichner says that coconut oil is commonly used as a carrier oil for essential oils.
As a dandruff treatment, Zeichner emphasizes that more studies need to be done to prove its efficacy.
So if you use coconut oil on your hair and scalp, be sure to thoroughly cleanse it.
Unrefined coconut oil, a.k.a virgin coconut oil, has a higher content of phytonutrients and antioxidants.
program is fairly simple too.
