Coconut oil uses and health benefits has been surrounded by a lot of hype lately mainly due to its non-toxic, all-natural makeup. Therefore, with a dash of creativity and a little bit of resourcefulness you can find numerous ways of using the oil in your daily life. Check out these 60 genius uses of coconut oil.
60 Uses of Coconut Oil
Acid reflux: Keep heart burn, nausea and acid reflux at bay by taking a spoonful of coconut oil with meals or in warm ginger tea.
After Birth of you Baby: Apply coconut oil on the perineum after birth to help heal.
Aftershave cream: Don’t want the unpleasant rashes and bumps after shaving? Use coconut oil to promote healing and soothe sensitive skin.
Allergies: Alleviate allergy symptoms by simply rubbing coconut oil gently on the inside of your nose.
Aromatherapy: the soothing and pleasing aroma of coconut oil can help you wind down especially after a stressful day.
Athletes’ foot: Coconut oil contains powerful antioxidant properties that make it perfect for fungal infections.
Body Moisturizer: You can apply coconut oil directly after showering to keep your skin moisturized throughout the day.
Bones: Coconut oil aids in the absorption of magnesium and calcium which are important minerals for strong teeth and bones.
Canker sores: Coconut oil is a far tastier way of killing infections and speeding up healing of the painful canker sores.
Cellulite solution: Massage the affected area with coconut oil in a firm circular motion to encourage cellular detox and stimulate circulation. I’m sure you will agree this is certainly an amazing list of benefits of Coconut Oil!
Coffee creamer: This is one of my favorite uses of coconut oil. Replace your dairy creamer with a spoonful of coconut oil for an extra boost of energy throughout the day! Certainly works for me!
Cold sores: The antiviral properties of coconut oil make it highly effective in fighting the virus that causes the unsightly cold sores. You can simply rub it gently on the small, painful when necessary.
Condition leather: Rub a small amount of coconut oil into leather to condition and soften shiny leather.
Constipation relief: Coconut oil relieves bloating and chronic constipation. Coconut oil penetrates your digestive track and kills off harmful bacteria in order for your gutflora to rebalance.
Cradle cap: Coconut oil is safe and gentle for infants and it helps ease the pain, redness, flaking and itching associated with seborrhea (cradle cap).
Curb Appetite: You can curb your appetite to ensure you don’t overeat by taking a spoonful of the oil before meals.
Diabetes: Use coconut oil to improve your insulin levels.
Diaper rash: Apply coconut oil on the baby’s bottom to help soothe the itch, redness and swelling associated with painful diaper rash effectively and gently.
Digestion: Coconut oil improves digestion and kills yeast and internal parasites.
Deodorant: Coconut oil can be mixed with essential oils, baking soda, and cornstarch for a natural deodorant that actually smalls fantastic.
Depression: Coconut oil contains beneficial fats which help with anxiety and depression.
Dust preventer: Apply a thin layer of coconut oil on plastic, wood and cement surfaces that gather dust. There is no need to wipe or wash off the oil because it does not stain the surface or attract any bacteria.
Ear infections: Use a few drops of coconut oil to clear up swimmers ear, ear aches, and other ear infections.
Epilepsy: Coconut oil can reduce the intensity and incidence of epileptic seizures.
Eye cream: Coconut oil reduces dark circles and fluffiness around the eyes.
Face scrub: Coconut oil can be mixed with cinnamon, baking soda, or sugar for the perfect exfoliator and face scrub.
Fight heart disease: Coconut oil contain medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs) which help lower high blood pressure and are also highly beneficial to heart health.
Fight ringworms: Rubbing coconut oil gently on the affected area kills fungus that causes ringworms.
Flaky elbows: Rub coconut oil into dry and flaky elbows to help alleviate the condition.
Furniture polish: Use the oil on countertops, wood, metal, and granite surfaces to give your furniture a clean and shiny look.
Gum Remover: Remove gum from furniture and hair: Use coconut to help gum let up for easy removal without leaving any stains or colors.
Hemorrhoids: Use coconut oil to ease the discomfort and pain of hemorrhoids and encourage healing.
Hormones: There are many benefits of coconut oil to help boost hormone production when taken on a daily basis.
Increase milk supply: Nursing mothers can take 3 to 4 tablespoons per day to increase nutrients and milk supply.
Insomnia: Take coconut oil on a daily basis to improve sleep.
Laundry detergent: Mix coconut oil with water, essential oils and lye to create to create a soapy non-toxic liquid that is great for washing clothes. This is the perfect solution especially for sensitive skin and people who are prone to allergies.
Lip balm: Use coconut oil to hydrate and protect your lips.
Makeup remover: Besides cleaning and hydrating the skin, coconut oil also removes oil based makeup like mascara easily. Healthier, longer and stronger eye lashes are a bonus.
Massage oil: Coconut oil is the perfect massage oil. It has a relaxing scent and it’s not too greasy.
Mental Health: Ingesting coconut oil on a daily basis increases mental alertness.
Moles and warts: Rub the oil into areas that are affected by warts or moles and cover with a bandage. Be sure to rub in fresh coconut oil and replace the bandage every day.
Nail cuticle oil: Apply to your finger beds to help nails grow and fight fungal infections. Coconut oil offers a layer of defense against bacteria and viruses that live on manicure equipment.
Natural bug repellant: Mix coconut oil with mint essential oils, or rosemary for a natural bug repellant.
Natural throat lozenge: Let a spoonful of coconut oil dissolve in your mouth and roll down your throat 3 times daily. This will protect and coat the throat, fight infections and boost the health of the mucus membranes.
Nose bleeds: Rub coconut oil in the nostrils to reduce and fight dry cracking that causes pain and nose bleeds.
Nursing nipples: Use on nursing nipples to help sooth irritation and help treat thrush even on baby’s mouth.
Oil pulling: Swish a teaspoon of coconut oil in your mouth for 20 minutes (or build up to 20 minutes) before brushing to improve gum health.
Personal lubricant: For personal uses of Coconut oil – you can use as a safe natural lubricant that keeps the vaginal flora healthy.
Pink eye: Rub coconut oil around the eyes or on the sty to get rid of these annoying and painful infections quickly.
Poison ivy or chicken pox: Encourage healing and soothe the itch of poison oak, poison ivy, chicken pox, and insect bites or stings using coconut oil.
More Benefits of Coconut Oil!
Rust reducer: Rub coconut oil on car parts, outdoor metal furniture, silver wear and any other metal item that is prone to rusting. Spread a layer of coconut oil over the metal item and let it sit for 1 or two hours before washing or wiping it off to help combat rust.
Shaving cream: Using coconut oil as shaving cream ensures that that the razor glides smoothly leaving the skin soft and smooth.
Shoe shiner: Subbing coconut oil on patent heels or leather boots disguises blemishes making them look new and fresh again.
Soothing foot rub: Find natural relief for dry and cracked heels by rubbing them with the oil and allowing it to penetrate the skin.
Thyroid supporter: Consumption of coconut oil on a regular basis supports healthy thyroid function.
Toothaches: Use coconut oil by itself or with olive oil and baking soda as remineralizing toothpaste that eases pain and also strengthens your teeth.
Urinary tract: Treat UTIs (urinary tract infections) and ease the pain and discomfort associated with passing kidney stones by taking a spoonful of coconut oil.
Varicose veins: Use coconut oil consistently on the skin to get rid of varicose veins
Wound salve: Coconut is commonly used as a tropical wound protector shielding open wounds, burns and rashes from outside contaminants. The lauric acid speeds up healing whereas the antifungal and antibacterial properties keep the area free of infection. Make a homemade Neosporin by mixing coconut oil with frankincense, melaleuca oil, and lavender.
Yeast infection: Use coconut oil to fight fungal infections externally and internally.
Go ahead and try some and be sure to tell us what you think 🙂