50 uses for coconut oil

Massage Oil
Coconut oil soothes tired and sore muscles. Add a few drops of essential oils for more effect.

Athletes Foot
The powerful antifungal properties of coconut oil make it perfect for any fungal infection. Add a few drops of oregano or tea tree oil for more antifungal power.

Acne
Coconut oil gently fights the bacteria that cause acne. Dab it directly on the offending pimples and watch them shrink.

Cleanser
Coconut oil makes an effective and gentle cleanser to remove the grime of the day.

Lice
Coconut oil kills and removes this pesky problem.

Stretch Marks
Prevent and soften stretch marks from pregnancy with coconut oil for soft and supple skin.

Warts and Moles
Rub oil into area and cover with a bandage. Rub in fresh oil and place a new bandage each day.

Moisturizer
Coconut oil is an excellent way to soften and hydrate dry, rough, or damaged skin.

Face Scrub
Mix coconut oil with baking soda, sugar, or cinnamon and oatmeal for the perfect face scrub and exfoliator.

Dandruff
Massage coconut oil into the scalp to ease symptoms of dandruff, both itching and flaking.

Curb Appetite
Take a spoonful before meals to curb appetite so you don’t overeat.

Wrinkles
Rub into lines, creases, and wrinkles to rehydrate skin and soften those wrinkles away.

Sore Throat
Dissolve a spoonful in your mouth and let it slowly roll down the throat. This will coat and protect the throat, boost the health of mucus membranes, and fight any infection.

Ring Worm
Rub coconut oil onto affected area to kill the fungus that causes unsightly ringworm. Add tea tree oil to clear the infection even faster.

Lip Balm
Coconut oil hydrates and protects lips. Coconut even offers some protection from the sun, about an SPF 4.

Cold Sore
Coconut oil has antiviral properties that will help the body get rid of the virus that causes cold sores. Rub it on when needed and add a drop of oregano oil to speed healing.

Lubricant
Coconut makes an all-natural personal lubricant for intimate moments without chemicals, but it should not be used with condoms as oils tend to compromise the integrity of your protection.

Gum Removal
Coconut oil gets the sticky stuff out of hair, carpet, and anywhere else it doesn’t belong.