Why Using Coconut Oil in Your Natural Hair Care Routine is a No-Brainer

Who loves coconut oil as much as me?!?! I use it to deep condition my hair, I rub it into my scalp, add it to my bath water, remove my makeup with it, use it as a hot oil treatment, to remove my makeup, and of course I use it for culinary purposes as well. It's an extremely versatile oil that has phenomenal benefits for the hair, skin and body. Don't you just love those all-natural oils that serve as a triple threat? 

In addition to smelling like sweet, tropical coconuts the oil works well for several reasons. It combats frizz, dandruff, dry, and itchy scalp. It also helps to prevent breakage and excessive hair shedding. Here are a few quick facts about coconut oil and its properties:

7 Quick Facts about Coconut Oil

• It has powerful medicinal properties
• Coconut oil has anti-fungal, antiviral and antibacterial properties
• Promotes a healthy scalp
• Stimulates hair growth and prevents thinning hair
• The oil is colorless in its liquid form but turns white when solid
• Coconut oil has a melting point of 77 degrees Fahrenheit (25 degrees C) and a
• It has a smoking point of 350 degrees Fahrenheit (177 degrees C) and is not recommended for heat styling.

Coconut oil is also the only plant-based oil that can actually reduce protein loss in the hair. One of the main reasons for damaged, dry and brittle hair, as well as breakage, is a loss of protein from the hair. Trust me, coconut oil is a staple product in my household and there are several reasons why you may want to consider keeping this oil around, for good.
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