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21 Unexpected Beauty Uses for Coconut Oil

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There are very few beauty products that we can honestly say are cure-alls, but coconut oil comes pretty close.

Makeup Remover

Even the most resistant waterproof mascara doesn't stand a chance against coconut oil. Apply it directly to the face as an oil cleanser or let it sit on your skin with a cotton pad. Makeup will melt away.

READ: How To Avoid a Makeup Meltdown This Summer

Breath Freshener

Coconut oil has antifungal and antibacterial properties. Gargling for 20 minutes with a spoonful of oil (aka oil pulling) can help clear up germs in the mouth, leading to fresher breath, whiter teeth, and healthier gums.

Lice Remedy

Start this all-natural lice treatment with a rinse of apple cider vinegar. Once the vinegar has dried, apply coconut oil to the entire head and let sit for 12 to 24 hours. Brush through hair with fine comb, and shampoo.

READ: Care for Your Hair With Pumpkin, Sweet Potatoes and Champagne

Body Lotion

If you're a DIY mixologist, then coconut oil is a vanity essential. You can use this versatile oil as the base to make your own lotion bars.

READ: Make Your Own Lotion Bars With 5 Simple Ingredients

Coconut Oil

Got cracked cuticles? Remedy peeling skin with a coconut balm right at the base of nails. It can also help your manicure to last longer.

Makeup Brush Cleaner

Cleaning your makeup brushes should be a monthly ritual. You can use a DIY cleanser that's two parts antibacterial soap and one part coconut oil.

READ: Sonia Kashuk's Must-Have Makeup Brushes

Lip Balm

Coconut oil is the ideal remedy for chapped lips, especially because it's semi-solid at room temperature. Pack a bit in a miniature jar and smooth over lips all day long.

READ: Make Your Own Lip Balm in the Microwave

Stretch-Mark Cream

Expectant moms should keep a jar of coconut oil nearby to help ward off stretch marks, but anyone can use this as a topical treatment for scars. While the oil won't fade any marks, it can help prevent dark spots and blisters from forming.


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