Why Coconut Oil Is Bad For Your Skin
Hi guys, what’s good! Welcome to another another skincare talk day! When I talk about the oils I use on my skin, I barely mention coconut oil, and there’s a reason for that! It’s not great for your skin; and I mean raw coconut oil!
Coconut oil is very common in homes because we use it to cook, sometimes even include it in our beauty regimen like skincare or hair care!
Coconut oil is actually a great substitute for other oils when cooking, but you have to be careful about when you choose to use it because unrefined coconut oil has a smoke point of 350 degrees Fahrenheit according to jonbarron.org
It’s okay to use on low heat or for low-temperature baking; but you're best to avoid it when searing, deep frying, or roasting.
Here is why you shouldn’t use it on your skin
Coconut oil is highly comedogenic — which means it can clog your skin, and give you black heads! In fact it can actually worsen your acne, or even lead to acne breakout.
Simply put, your skin cannot absorb coconut oil because the molecules are too big — hence it just lays on the surface of your skin chilling (pun intended). This also means the impurities on your skin can’t get out which leads to a trapped sebum in your pores — hence acne and black heads!
This is not me saying coconut oil is entirely bad; but there are better oils to use on your skin instead. Try using noncomedogenic oils because because noncomedogenic oils don’t clog pores. They’re appropriate to use on many skin types - from dry to oily skin. For example, grapeseed oil may help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles on dry skin, and can also be used as a spot treatment on pimples. It also makes a great massage oil for the entire body or scalp.
However, if you must use coconut oil on your skin, try unrefined coconut oil, which is made by cold pressing the edible flesh of the coconut. It generally doesn't contain added chemicals, and is better for skin care.
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Coconut oil is very common in homes because we use it to cook, sometimes even include it in our beauty regimen like skincare or hair care!
Coconut oil is actually a great substitute for other oils when cooking, but you have to be careful about when you choose to use it because unrefined coconut oil has a smoke point of 350 degrees Fahrenheit according to jonbarron.org
It’s okay to use on low heat or for low-temperature baking; but you're best to avoid it when searing, deep frying, or roasting.
Here is why you shouldn’t use it on your skin
Coconut oil is highly comedogenic — which means it can clog your skin, and give you black heads! In fact it can actually worsen your acne, or even lead to acne breakout.
Simply put, your skin cannot absorb coconut oil because the molecules are too big — hence it just lays on the surface of your skin chilling (pun intended). This also means the impurities on your skin can’t get out which leads to a trapped sebum in your pores — hence acne and black heads!
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This is not me saying coconut oil is entirely bad; but there are better oils to use on your skin instead. Try using noncomedogenic oils because because noncomedogenic oils don’t clog pores. They’re appropriate to use on many skin types - from dry to oily skin. For example, grapeseed oil may help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles on dry skin, and can also be used as a spot treatment on pimples. It also makes a great massage oil for the entire body or scalp.
However, if you must use coconut oil on your skin, try unrefined coconut oil, which is made by cold pressing the edible flesh of the coconut. It generally doesn't contain added chemicals, and is better for skin care.
If you have an acne-prone skin, I'll suggest you stay away from coconut oil entirely!
I use olive oil like I've always said, but olive oil is slightly comedogenic; so if you’re prone to acne breakout, this may also not be great for your skin.
Important tips:
1. Before using any new product on your face or body, do a spot test. Apply the oil or product you wish to use on your inner wrist and wait 24 hours to see if you have a reaction, before using liberally.
I use olive oil like I've always said, but olive oil is slightly comedogenic; so if you’re prone to acne breakout, this may also not be great for your skin.
Important tips:
1. Before using any new product on your face or body, do a spot test. Apply the oil or product you wish to use on your inner wrist and wait 24 hours to see if you have a reaction, before using liberally.
2. Don’t use internally, such as in or near the eyes, unless you’re sure that the product or oil you’re using is safe for that area.
Thank you for reading, guys! Xo, Moxie
Thank you for reading, guys! Xo, Moxie
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Thanks moxie
ReplyDeleteYou welcome
DeleteThis is really insightful and well detailed. But is okay to use on your hair?
ReplyDeleteYour skin won't absorb it so I'd say no unless you wash your hair often
DeleteI use olive oil too after you said you use it and so far so good. Thank you mimi
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DeleteThank u moxie. I also think coconut oil darkens your skin
ReplyDeleteI see a possibility in that especially under a hot sun
DeleteThank u moxie. I’ll try almond oil
ReplyDeleteYou welcome
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