What are the benefits of using coconut oil on the face?

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Coconut oil mask with ingredients such as vitamin C, vitamin E, capric acid, lauric acid and many other nutrients really improves skin health. However, you should be aware of how to keep your skin clear after using a coconut oil mask to maintain its benefits.

1. What is the effect of applying coconut oil on the face?

Facials with coconut oil bring many benefits to skin health, such as:
Treatment of dry and cracked skin: Apply coconut oil to the skin once a day in winter time, when the skin is normal. Frequent dryness and cracking can help skin look smoother and fresher. Relieve stress: Massage coconut oil on the face skin has the effect of increasing blood circulation, bringing a feeling of relaxation after a tiring working day. Massaging with coconut oil regularly can help skin become smoother and stronger. Similar effects to sunscreen: Coconut oil has the effect of limiting the risk of sunburn, preventing damage from ultraviolet rays to the skin. Treatment of melasma and freckles: Coconut oil contains lauric acid, a substance capable of inhibiting melanin, the main factor that causes melasma and freckles. Acne: The vitamin and mineral components in coconut oil can go deep into the pores and remove stubborn acne, and also help heal scars caused by acne. Makeup remover: Using coconut oil in combination with makeup remover helps to remove makeup and dirt more easily. Exfoliate: 2 tablespoons of coconut oil with 1 teaspoon of sugar is enough to remove rough, dusty skin layers from the skin. Lip balm: Coconut oil has the ability to soften lips, limiting the risk of chapping, especially in winter. Using a combination of coconut oil, brown sugar and honey helps you get plump lips, even in freezing weather. Eye care: Coconut oil is very helpful in improving dark circles under the eyes. You should dab a little coconut oil around the eyes before going to bed to promote the regeneration of the skin around the eyes to look more fresh. Hand lotion with coconut oil: Rub your hands hot with a thin layer of virgin coconut oil to help you get soft hands. Hair Conditioner: Coconut oil has the ability to penetrate deep into the structure of the hair shaft to strengthen and protect strong hair. Fortify your hair by applying a layer of coconut oil to your hair before going to bed and washing it off the next morning.

2. How to make a face mask with coconut oil

2.1. Coconut Oil + Honey Mask With its hydrating properties, honey has the ability to prevent acne-causing factors, promote healing and tissue regeneration. How to apply a mask of coconut oil and honey as follows:
Mix honey and coconut oil in a 1:1 ratio Wash your face, use your fingers to dab the mixture on the freckled skin. Massage gently for 5-7 minutes. Then leave the mixture on the skin overnight. If you don't leave it overnight, you can wash it off after 15 minutes. The next morning, wake up and wash your face with warm water. Repeat daily until you see results.

2.2. Face mask with coconut oil + oats A mask with coconut oil + oats can help reduce freckles on the face. In addition, oats also have an exfoliating effect, creating favorable conditions for the skin to better absorb nutrients. How to apply the mask is done as follows:
Mix oatmeal in warm water until the dough is soft, pour coconut oil with a teaspoon of baking soda and mix well Apply the mixture on the face, massage for 1-2 minutes circle Incubate the mixture for 15 minutes and then rinse with clean water. Repeat once a week until effective. 2.3. Mask with coconut oil + yogurt + lemon Mask with coconut oil + yogurt has the ability to treat melasma, especially suitable for people with oily skin. How to apply the mask is done as follows:
Mix well the mixture of coconut oil, yogurt, lemon. If you do not have yogurt, you can replace it with fresh milk. Wash your face, apply the mixture on your skin and leave it on for 20 minutes. Rinse with warm water, gently pat dry your skin twice a week until you see the effect. 2.4. Mask with coconut oil + turmeric With many beneficial nutrients for the skin, turmeric combined with coconut oil can help brighten the skin, regenerate collagen, slow down the skin aging process. How to apply a mask of coconut oil with turmeric is done as follows:
Mix 2 tablespoons of coconut oil with 1 teaspoon of turmeric together Apply the mixture on the skin for 15 minutes and then wash it off with cold water. 2 - 3 times helps to bring the effect of 2.5. Mask with coconut oil + matcha green tea powder Coconut oil mask with matcha green tea powder is used to fight oxidizing agents and detoxify. How to apply the mask is done as follows:
Mix coconut oil with matcha powder to form a smooth mixture Sweep the mixture onto the skin, apply thicker in freckled areas Incubate the mixture on the skin for up to 15 minutes to avoid skin dryness Wash your face with water, pat dry and pat rose water to close pores Apply mask 2-3 times a week

2.6. Mask with coconut oil + aloe vera (aloe vera) Coconut oil combined with aloe vera has a cooling effect on the skin, soothes irritated skin, kills acne-causing bacteria and increases the production of new cells. remove brown spots in old age. How to do it as follows:
Mix coconut oil with aloe vera and apply to face Massage gently for 10-15 minutes and then rinse with cold water 2.7. Mask with coconut oil + rice bran Coconut oil with rice bran combined can help lock in moisture, fade age spots, clean pores, exfoliate. How to apply rice bran coconut oil mask is done as follows:
Mix coconut oil with rice bran into a smooth consistency Wash your face, take the mixture and spread it on wet face by hand Massage gently for 5 minutes and rinse with water. Use lotion to moisturize after applying the mask 2.8. Mask with coconut oil + banana Mask of coconut oil combined with banana works to lighten the skin, reduce the dark spots of acne scars, fly away dark spots, wrinkles and smooth rough skin. How to apply the mask as follows:
Crush 1⁄2 ripe bananas and stir with coconut oil to form a homogeneous mixture Apply the mixture on the face, especially the melasma area and leave it for 15 minutes and then wash it off with Clean water.
2.9. Mask with coconut oil + potato Coconut oil combined with potatoes has the effect of flying away melasma, freckles, and fading acne scars. How to apply potato coconut oil mask is done as follows:
Boil 1 potato, peeled, mashed; mix 1 tbsp of mashed potato with 1⁄2 tbsp of coconut oil Apply the mixture to the skin and let it sit for 15 minutes. Rinse with clean water, pat dry and moisturize with moisturizer 2.10. Mask with coconut oil + vitamin E Coconut oil combines vitamin E to help fight aging, reduce dark circles, exfoliate, regenerate new cells, increase brightness, erase dark spots and scars. How to apply a vitamin E coconut oil mask is done as follows:
Mix vitamin E (peeling off 1 capsule to get the nutrients inside) with coconut oil and apply it on the face, especially the spots with melasma. Incubate on the face for 1 hour and then wash it off. with clean water Apply daily to the skin is bright and smooth. 2.11. Mask with coconut oil + avocado Coconut oil combined with avocado helps protect the skin from free radicals, prevents the formation of melanin pigment, slows down the aging process. How to apply avocado coconut oil mask is done as follows:
Crush avocado, add coconut oil and mix well to make a paste Apply this mixture on face for 15-20 minutes and then wash off with clean water

2.12. Mask with coconut oil + red bean powder Coconut oil combined with red bean powder can have antioxidant effects, bring shiny, radiant skin, especially beneficial for oily skin. How to apply a red bean paste coconut oil mask as follows:
Mix 2 tablespoons of coconut oil with 1 tablespoon of red bean paste into a thick paste Massage onto the areas with melasma, freckles for 5 minutes, continue to incubate for another 3 minutes Wash again With warm water, pat skin dry

3. Note when applying coconut oil on the face

Coconut oil is not suitable for everyone's skin, many cases can cause acne, redness or itching when applying coconut oil on the face. Therefore, to make sure coconut oil is safe for your face, you should apply it on your hands first to test the level of irritation. In the first use, you should only apply for 1-2 hours and then rinse thoroughly with warm water before leaving overnight.
In addition, to improve the effectiveness of skin care, you can use a combination of coconut oil and other ingredients such as turmeric, fresh milk, yogurt, honey, lemon, etc.

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