Ever asked yourself why your grandmother always believed in coconut oil? Science now concurs with her too.
If you wake up and your skin is ashy or dull, the answer could be in your kitchen — coconut oil. Not the expensive kind. The kind that’s in the bottles at the back of your cabinet that you’ve probably been neglecting. Skin expert Dr. Ayush Sharma says coconut oil is a hidden gem that everybody forgets. And it turns out you don’t just consume it. Your skin might like it more than any expensive cream.
Here’s the reason it’s so magical.
Prevents microscopic skin thieves
There are coconut oil embedded fatty acids like lauric and capric acid. Sounds rather technical, don’t they, but these acids are secretly bodyguards. They battle unseen germs that hassle your skin, from those that give you zits to these strange itchy patches.
A soothing pal for dry skin
If your skin is usually as rough as sandpaper, try coconut oil. It’s thick and rich but never strangely greasy. It sticks to your skin, locks in moisture, and keeps your natural skin barrier intact. Say goodbye to dryness.
Can soothe acne fury
You’ve probably tried harsh creams. But coconut oil is different. Its soothing powers reduce inflammation without making your skin feel attacked. Plus, it zaps the bacteria that love to stir up pimples.
Boosts skin repair
Healing takes time. But coconut oil gives your skin a gentle push. It helps your body create more collagen and antioxidants both of which are like builders that repair and refresh your face.
Helps ease swelling
Redness. Puffiness. Those pesky flare-ups. Coconut oil addresses them softly by boosting your skin’s antioxidant level. Spa treatment, minus the price tag.
Begins to even out uneven tone
Dark patches or spots? Coconut oil will lighten them with time. Coconut oil doesn’t bleach your skin, but softens an even out tone, casting a soft, gentle glow upon your face.
Aging signs? It whispers youth
Regular use will make skin tighter with time. Fine lines begin to disappear and your skin feels more rejuvenated.
Softens everything
Fatty acids such as capric acid seep deep into the skin and soften it as much and plump as it was years ago.
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Disclaimer: Not a medical recommendation. Just common sense. Consult your physician if in doubt.
