8 Benefits of Coconut Oil on Skin
5. It prevents skin infections
Fungal and bacterial infections like candidiasis, ringworm, athlete’s foot, thrush and diaper rash can be prevented as well as treated by coconut oil. After a bath, the top layer of the skin loses all the important oils, which actually protect the skin. This is the time when the skin is susceptible to skin infections or rashes. Applying coconut oil helps in producing those oils again at a faster pace. In this way, coconut oil prevents skin infections. While treating skin infections, coconut oil provides for a protective chemical layer which covers the infected skin and saves it from fungi, virus, bacteria, air and dust.
6. It protects the skin from sunlight
The same properties that help your skin in preventing infections, also make coconut oil capable of protecting it from sunlight. When coconut oil is applied to the skin, the chemical layer that is formed protects it from the harmful UV rays to penetrate and cause damage to your skin.
7. It is effective for dry lips
In winters, your lips tend to become dry and rough. As coconut oil has moisturizing properties, it helps to reduce dryness. Thus, this makes your lips supple and soft in texture.
8. Coconut oil can be used as a body scrub
Natural coconut oil can be used as a body scrub along with milk and sugar. Mix three tablespoons of coconut oil and a cup of milk. Add two tablespoons of granulated sugar in this. Apply the mixture while bathing, and rinse it off using cold water. The scrub is good for exfoliation of skin.
These are ways in which coconut oil helps your skin.
