It's all about coconut oil in skin care....

What do you think of when you hear the word "coconut"? A crunchy white fruit? A container for a delicious pina colada? A tropical vacation?

How about a skin care must-have?

Coconut oil is a famous ingredient in many skin products, for good reason: Coconut oil is known to be naturally anti-bacterial and anti-fungal, it moisturises your skin, it penetrates better than other oils, and best of all, it smells good.

No wonder it's so good for your skin—and for you!

Going Cuckoo for Coconuts: How Coconut Oil Benefits Your Skin

Coconut oil is mostly made of medium-chain fatty acids, which have antimicrobial characteristics. What does that mean?

Well, when it comes to skin health, harmful microorganisms can cause a range of skin conditions, from acne to athlete's foot, cellulitis to folliculitis. Applying coconut oil to the skin can keep these microorganisms and skin conditions from bothering you.

Another common skin problem is chronic inflammation, which contributes to disorders such as eczema, psoriasis, and contact dermatitis. Again, it's coconut oil to the rescue!

Studies have shown that coconut oil has an anti-inflammatory and even pain-relieving effect, when applied to the skin.

How so? Well, coconut oil improves anti-oxidants in the body, which are substances that fight free radicals, atoms that contribute to inflammation.

But enough of the science talk. Now that you know all the wonderful things coconut oil can do for your skin, how can you apply (pun intended) it to your life?

Coconut Oil-Based Products That Will Make You Look Younger and Healthier:

If you're looking for quality coconut oil-based products that will help you maintain or recover your glowing, youthful skin, here's are some brilliant products to get you started:

Eminence Coconut Age Corrective Moisturiser:

This hydrating cream nourishes your skin and reduces signs of ageing. Made with natural ingredients like coconut oil, Swiss green apple stem cells, and coconut radiance, Eminence Coconut Age Corrective Moisturiser is perfect for mature, dry skin types.

Lonvitalite Coconut Milk Hydrating and Nourishing Facial Mask:

This coconut oil-based sheet mask penetrates the deep layers of your skin to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, relieving and preventing sagging skin, age spots, dryness, and flaking. You can use it in the summer or winter—to cool off during a hot day, simply pop the mask into the refrigerator until you are ready to use it. Or alternatively, place it in warm water for 2-3 minutes so that it will be warm and soothing on a winter evening.

ECOCOCO CocoLime Body Butter:

If you want to protect your skin and invigorate your senses, this luxurious body butter will moisturise your entire body, head to toe. With its zesty lime and coconut scent, this Shea butter and sunflower seed oil-enriched body butter is both relaxing and rejuvenating!

Eco by Sonya Coconut Mint Body Wash:

This gentle, nourishing body wash is ideal for people with normal to dry skin types as well as people with sensitive skin. This refreshing blend of coconut, aloe vera, and peppermint is designed to refresh and revitalise your skin.

ECOCOCO Coconut Shampoo:

If you want glossy, strong, healthy hair, ECOCOCO Coconut Shampoo can help you get there. Made with organic coconut oil, aloe extract, acai extract, and more, this shampoo nourishes and hydrates your hair while moisturising your scalp.