Last night, I went on a limb and tried Coconut Oil as a moisturizer.
Coconut oil on your body? Sounds a bit weird, right? Coconuts are the new “craze” ingredient in the health industry, and I was skeptical of its hype and seemingly magical properties. However, I have a friend who preaches the wonders of Coconut Oil: for hair, skin, and overall beauty. (She has thick, unruly curly hair, and she uses Coconut Oil on her hair. )
Anyway, because I’ve become obsessed with creating new DIY projects, I decided to take a chance with the oil. I simply showered last night as usual, mixed a bit of cheap plain lotion in my hand along with some coconut oil, and spread this over my body as a night lotion. (I wasn’t prepared to make an official concoction til I saw results.)
I can honestly say–without any reservations—that I woke up with soft and smooth skin! The oil completely absorbed into my winter-weary skin, and I was really pleased with the results! Plus, Coconut Oil has a much more pleasant scent than, say, Olive Oil, and a little of it goes a long way. Inspired by my endeavor, this weekend I plan on making this more spreadable Coconut Beauty treatment, although I am altering the recipe by using Jojoba Oil and Rose essence. I also have made a Whipped Coconut Body Butter at home before, which I loved. If you don’t feel like making anything though, I suggest simply mixing in your hand a cheap, over-the-counter scented lotion with the Coconut Oil. Enjoy!
“Rosy Nights” Coconut Beauty treatment (Coconut Oil and rose essence)
Ingredients:
1 jar of Coconut Oil
1 jar of Jojoba Oil (or Almond Oil, Grapeseed Oil, etc.)
1/2 tbsp of Rose essential oil (you could also try Lavender, Orange, etc!)
1 jar for storage
Directions:
Place the Coconut Oil (which is hard at room temperature) in a warm water bath until it softens. Take the jar out of the water, dry, and then mix a scoop of the Coconut Oil with your choice of other oil (Almond, Jojoba, etc.) until it is thinned to your desired consistency. Add a drop of essential oil, blend, and then put into the jar for later usage. Happy nights are ahead!
Hi, I recently also bought coconut oil and instead of keeping it in my kitchen, I keep it in my bathroom. Although, I want to use it at cooking too. It is said if something is good to eat, it is good for your skin too. I believe in it. I used coconut oil as a all over moisturizer and it is great! And the smell! I used it also for my hair and left it overnight; you just need to wash it at least twice as it leaves hair quite greasy, but smooth and nourished. I love your recipe and definitely will check it out! thanks.
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No problem! I love coconut oil! I actually have been cooking alot with it recently, too. And, by the way, are you from Moraga? I spent time in the Bay Area! Love it!
Hi, thank you so much for sharing. What is your skin type? Do you think this recipe works on oily skin also? Thanks.
Vanessa, I have heard mixed reviews from friends using coconut oil on their oily skin. For some it worked wonders, and for others it caused more cycstic acne (yuck). I’d try it for yourself and, if it doesn’t work, use coconut oil as only a deep body moisturizer for your dry spots: feet, hands, elbows, and the ends of your hair (great hair conditioner!). I’ve also heard of coconut oil being used as an eye makeup remover, because a little goes a long way! Hope this helps.
Hi burlesquebaker! Thank you for your useful notes. I do use coconut oil for my hair but I did not try it on my skin yet. Maybe I will try it to massage soon. Wish you joys