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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Valdosta chapter.

Coconut oil has a variety of health benefits, from cooking all the way to hair, skin and body uses. It can also be used to increase energy, boost the immune system and reduce premature signs of aging. While it can be used for many things such as cleaning and cooking, there are also many beauty benefits for it. Here are a few beauty uses that can be used in your everyday routine. 

1. Makeup Remover

Coconut Oil is perfect for removing makeup, no matter the amount. It even doesn’t stand a chance against the best mascara removers. Use with a qtip for your eyes or cotton pad and use wiping motions on your face. 

2. Body Lotion

Coconut oil has many benefits for your skin and can be used for many different body oils and scrubs. You can be creative and include them in your own DIY oils or lotions.

3. Makeup Brush Cleaner

Use coconut oil monthly along with an anti-bacterial soap to clean your makeup brushes. 

4. Lip Balm 

Coconut oil is the remedy for chapped or dry lips, especially while its semisolid at room temperature. Purchase a miniature lip balm container and apply when needed. 

5. Stretchmark cream 

Perfect to use to ward off stretch marks as well prevent dark spots and blisters from forming. Use daily to see the best results. 

6. Body Scrub

 

Mix half a cup of coconut oil with a handful of salt or sugar to make the perfect body exfoliator. This is great to use to remove dead skin while also moisturizing your skin. 

7. Frizz Tamer

Use a dime size amount of oil and rub into your palms and hair to reduce frizz. 

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Pre-Nursing major at Valdosta State University. Free spirited.
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