Coconut is nature’s beauty secret that’s been hiding in plain sight. As a woman who’s tried every product under the sun, I keep coming back to coconut as part of my routine.
A 2021 study found that 6-8 drops of virgin coconut oil on your hands could prevent dry skin caused by alcohol-based hand sanitizers. Other studies found coconut oil to be a boost to the moisture content of dry skin and can reduce severity of mile atopic dermatitis.
The best part of using coconut in your beauty routine?
You don’t need to shell out big bucks for fancy coconut-infused products. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up luxurious, all-natural beauty treatments right in your own kitchen.
Below are some of my favorite DIY coconut beauty recipes. Of course I always make my products in one of our coconut bowls. They are a perfect size for mixing your ingredients.
Aloe and Coconut Oil Moisturizer
After trying to create a perfect shaving cream blend, Kristin instead wound up with a perfect after-shave moisturizer. This DIY moisturizer is perfect for days where you spent a bit too much time in the sun or to soothe razor-burned legs. See how to make your own aloe and coconut oil moisturizer on Live Simply.
Coconut Sugar Lip Scrub
We take care of our skin and our hair, but many neglect the lips. They need some love too! After all you are eating. licking, and hopefully kissing – those babies need tender care. This coconut sugar lip scrub from Schisandra & Bergamot is a perfect fix.
Coconut Lime Sugar Scrub
From Amber Oliver we have this beach-inspired scrub. The coconut and lime scents will help you relax. The sugar will provide a gentle scrub to remove dead skin revealing fresh dewy skin below. The coconut oil will add some moisturizing effects for the smoothest feel.
And if this makes you hungry – why not check out some great Acai power bowls. They are the perfect after self-care snack or breakfast – or anytime treat!
Hair Conditioner Bar
Stop spending big money on hair conditioner that is filled with chemicals. These hair conditioner bars use a few simple ingredients, one is coconut oil, to make a healthy bar that just works. The DIY recipe comes from Kateable and will leave your hair moisturized – without all the yucky stuff.
Lymph Drainage Massage Cream
Stimulating lymphatic drainage is a great way to boost your immune system – achieve better skin and more. This recipe uses coconut oil and butter with a mix of herbs to create the ultimate massage cream. Get the full recipe and notes on Desert Naturals.
Coconut Oil Hair Mask
What started as a lice treatment turned into a regular habit. Kristin from Live Simply dealt with a lice incident and a lice treatment specialist recommended coconut oil as a treatment. When she saw the success she decided to create a coconut oil hair mask that she uses on a regular basis. Her whole family does the treatment – and not only does it keep the lice away, it makes hair softer and stronger.
Coconut Milk Bath
What is better than a soothing bathe to refresh your skin and destress? Schisandra and Bermot delivers the perfect milk bath to enjoy. The DIY Cardamom Ginger Coconut milk bath uses just five ingredients and will leave you feeling smooth as a baby and smelling just as good.
Colloidal Oatmeal Body Butter
From Kateable we have this easy to make colloidal oatmeal butter body. The hint of coconut oil will bring the familiar sent and benefits while the remaining ingredients add to the awesomeness. Perfect for dry skin, the oatmeal is a gentle natural cleansing agent.
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