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4 Ways to Use Coconut Oil

4 Ways to Use Coconut Oil

1. Hair care
Apply organic coconut oil to your hair and massage it into the tips. Focus on any areas you believe are damaged Wrap your hair in a cap or cover your pillowcase with a towel. Leave the coconut oil on overnight and then wash with shampoo in the morning.

2. Skin care
Use a dollop of coconut oil to remove makeup and any impurities before cleansing. Massage coconut oil into your face and body as a  moisturiser or as an overnight treatment. Carry a small tub of coconut oil with you during the day and use as a soothing and inexpensive lip balm.

3. Stress relief
Massage a generous amount of coconut oil into the scalp, using a circular motion. Massage a generous amount of coconut oil into your feet, being sure to focus on any cricks or tight spots.

4. Healthy cooking
Use cold-pressed extra virgin organic coconut oil when cooking at high temperatures or to add flavor to a meal.

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Science Notes

Coconut oil is derived from the meat of the coconut and is considered to be a safe source of saturated fat due to its classification as a medium-chain fatty acid or medium-chain triglyceride. As a fat, it acts as an emollient and softens and moisturises skin and hair.

Coconut oil can be safely used when cooking with high temperatures as it has a higher smoking temperature than other monounsaturated or polyunsaturated oils. Keep in mind that although coconut oil is cholesterol free, it does still contain saturated fat so it should be consumed in moderation.

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