Coconut oil is one of the best oil that benefits skin and health apart from cooking. Coconut oil is great skin softener and it will replace lotions and creams use. The oil is rich in saturated fats and when applied on skin, it keeps smooth and helps to retain the moisture content. The capric, lauric and caprylic acid helps in protecting the skin from microbial infections. Here are few more benefits of coconut oil for skin:

Effective moisturiser:

Often, we tend to have dry patches near the lips, temples and ankles. To retain moisture, dab coconut oil on all exposed body parts and rub it gently in circular motion till it gets absorbed.

Natural sunscreen:

Scientists have proved that coconut oil has an SPF of up to 8. Though the protection isn't high, applying it often on the skin makes it less susceptible to burning.

Reduces dark circle under the eyes:

Coconut oil is a wonderful undereye cream. It can improve dark circles and keep the area wrinkle-free.
 
Smoothening agent:

Coconut oil is a great skin softener. Dab a little coconut oil on a cotton ball and apply it on your face regularly. But do wash it after 10 minutes.

Helps soothe skin conditions like eczema:

Coconut oil can aggravate conditions like eczema. Applying coconut oil on the red patches and flaky areas of the skin can provide you relief from itches and allergies.

Makeup Remover:

Coconut oil can also be used as a makeup remover. This is not common, but women have begun using it for removing the makeup of the face and eyes, without worrying about the harsh chemicals of other removers getting into delicate or sensitive areas.

By Lizitha