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In my last post I covered the advantages of adding Coconut Oil in what you eat to help treat and prevent your eczema, in this post I'll go into using it as a moisturizer instead. The procedure of properly applying Coconut Oil as a moisturizer is just like how you would apply any other lotion or cream but we'll go into a few tips specific to applying coconut oil after covering the basics.
Coconut oil contains Medium Chain Triglycerides which work as deep moisturizers and supply the skin with protection against environmental damage. Coconut oil has also been said to provide protection against the suns UV rays but I've been unable to find detailed research that backs that up. It also contains antioxidants and contains lauric acid, caprylic acid and capric acid. This is what gives Coconut oil its antimicrobial and antibacterial qualities and also gives it a shelf life of over a year. It also contains Vitamin E which is also known to be good for skin health.
Moisturizing 101
- After a warm bath or shower your pores will remain open for a bit making it the best time to moisturize. - Pat yourself dry with the towel rather than rubbing or wiping yourself completely dry, you don't want to strip all the moisture off your body from the bath or shower itself. The best time to apply moisturizer is when the skin is still damp, not completely dry, you want to trap that moisture that's already on your skin. - As you cover each area of the body take your time working the moisturizer in as you go.
Challenges with Using Coconut Oil as a Moisturizer
Coconut Oil liquefies at temperatures over 75 degrees Fahrenheit but is solid at lower temperatures, so that you can easily apply it as a moisturizer you need to apply some light heat. To liquefy the Coconut Oil you can run the bottle under some warm water or just bring the container into the shower with you, it liquefies easily so that's all it should take usually.
Wait a few minutes for the Coconut Oil to soak in after applying to avoid any oil stains on your clothes, this is uncommon but something to consider. You can always pat the extra off with your towel if it doesn't absorb all the way.
You need to be aware that Coconut Oil has a noitceable scent. Most people actually like the smell of Coconut oil but you may not be one of them. The smell will be strongest right after application but dissipates pretty quickly, it's like any other scented lotion in that way.
Coconut oil contains Medium Chain Triglycerides which work as deep moisturizers and supply the skin with protection against environmental damage. Coconut oil has also been said to provide protection against the suns UV rays but I've been unable to find detailed research that backs that up. It also contains antioxidants and contains lauric acid, caprylic acid and capric acid. This is what gives Coconut oil its antimicrobial and antibacterial qualities and also gives it a shelf life of over a year. It also contains Vitamin E which is also known to be good for skin health.
Moisturizing 101
- After a warm bath or shower your pores will remain open for a bit making it the best time to moisturize. - Pat yourself dry with the towel rather than rubbing or wiping yourself completely dry, you don't want to strip all the moisture off your body from the bath or shower itself. The best time to apply moisturizer is when the skin is still damp, not completely dry, you want to trap that moisture that's already on your skin. - As you cover each area of the body take your time working the moisturizer in as you go.
Challenges with Using Coconut Oil as a Moisturizer
Coconut Oil liquefies at temperatures over 75 degrees Fahrenheit but is solid at lower temperatures, so that you can easily apply it as a moisturizer you need to apply some light heat. To liquefy the Coconut Oil you can run the bottle under some warm water or just bring the container into the shower with you, it liquefies easily so that's all it should take usually.
Wait a few minutes for the Coconut Oil to soak in after applying to avoid any oil stains on your clothes, this is uncommon but something to consider. You can always pat the extra off with your towel if it doesn't absorb all the way.
You need to be aware that Coconut Oil has a noitceable scent. Most people actually like the smell of Coconut oil but you may not be one of them. The smell will be strongest right after application but dissipates pretty quickly, it's like any other scented lotion in that way.
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