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5 healing powers of coconut oil

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Coconut oil is great for your hair, skin and even your teeth – so no wonder stores say sales are going through the roof

No wonder everyone is loving coconut oil at the moment. Not only is it great for hair, skin and even teeth, it’s an intensive moisturiser with antibacterial properties.

Celeb fans include the Kardashian sisters and actresses Emma Stone and Gwyneth Paltrow , who take their make-up off with the stuff. You can also use coconut oil for baking and ¬rehydrate with its water.

So it’s no surprise sales of coconut products are on the up – Holland & Barrett has reported a 64% increase in sales of coconut products this year.

It’s body conscious...

“Coconut oil, whether used alone or as part of a body oil, lotion or scrub, leaves a silky feel and keeps skin smooth, elastic and hydrated, thanks to its medium-chain fatty acids and proteins,” says Odylique skincare expert Margaret Weeds.

And because of its molecular ¬structure, it’s easily absorbed – a study in the ¬International Journal of ¬Dermatology showed that pure virgin coconut oil helped decrease water loss in people with atopic dermatitis.

...and kind to skin

Used in a facial moisturiser, its natural antioxidants help combat ageing by preventing free radical damage. “It also has antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, which can help to treat acne and eczema,” says Janjira skincare expert Katie Torade.

Clean up

“Coconut oil is a great cleanser because it’s easily removed, clears congested pores and isn’t greasy, plus it contains around 50% lauric acid, an antimicrobial fatty acid,” says Margaret Weeds.

Hydrating for hair

Coconut oil penetrates the hair shaft easily because of its small molecular structure. “This means it can hydrate and soften hair, preventing breakage and reducing protein loss,” says celebrity hairdresser Lee Stafford.

“It’s also great for scalp health as it has soothing and cooling properties.”

Whiten teeth

Oil pulling – that’s pulling, pushing and sucking coconut oil through teeth – is said to help lift off stains and whiten . It’s antibacterial too.

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