• Why is Coconut Oil Good for the Skin?
• What Are the Various Uses Of Coconut Oil for the Skin?
• Homemade Coconut Oil Face Packs for the Skin
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

We live in a world where the craze of buying endless skincare products and experimenting with them has reached an all time high. However, nothing can beat the effect of a good old, homemade remedy, with minimum side effects! And which is that one ingredient you can always rely on, you ask? Well, coconuts of course! By the end of this blog, we’re sure you’ll be an expert on how to create a DIY face pack by yourself!

Why is Coconut Oil Good for the Skin?

Coconut oil is one such ingredient that you can use on your skin, without any doubt. Using a coconut oil face pack can increase collagen production in the skin and eliminate fine lines and wrinkles. A face pack for dry skin usually contains coconut oil in it, due to its multiple benefits. Not only does it smoothen and hydrate the skin, but it also gets easily absorbed. So, be it to make a face pack at home, or for anything else, the versatile coconut oil should be an essential part of your skincare routine.

What Are the Various Uses of Coconut Oil for the Skin?

Apart from serving as a beneficial homemade face pack, coconut oil has various other applications on the skin. Coconut oil can be used in the following ways on your skin-

1. As a cleansing agent- Coconut oil’s light, smooth consistency can help you remove makeup from your skin, along with other dirt and grime that is accumulating on the surface of your skin.
   
   
2. As a body oil- It can serve as a calming massage oil, or a lotion to rub against your body, if your skin feels dry and itchy. Coconut oil can  help reduce irritation, redness and inflammation, making it a soothing solution for the body.
   
   
3. As an exfoliator- Coconut oil acts as an effective exfoliator, by removing dead skin cells from the face, and making the skin smooth, soft and plump looking.

Homemade Coconut Oil Facepacks for the Skin

Love the wonderful effect of coconut oil on your skin, but not sure how to make a face pack at home by using it?  We are here to help  you with our list of face packs that you can easily prepare, right from the comfort of your home. Before making these coconut oil face packs, cleanse your face well, using the Coco Soul natural face wash, and breathe in the ayurvedic goodness of fresh coconuts and neem. After this, grab some coconut oil, and you’re all set! We’d recommend the Coco Soul Extra Virgin Coconut Hair Oil & Vitamin E to give you that calming and relaxing vibe, and enliven your face pack with coconut oil. This oil is enriched with multiple soothing ingredients like shea butter, wheat germ oil and rosehip oil, which make your skin soft, smooth and supple.

1. For Acne-Prone Skin: Putting together coconut oil’s antifungal properties, and oatmeal’s ability to reduce acne, we’ve got the perfect oatmeal pack for you that is enriched with the goodness of coconut oil.
   
   Method: To make this, combine around three tablespoons of oatmeal with a quarter cup of warm water and one tablespoon of coconut oil. Mix it until it forms a paste, and apply it to your skin. Let the mixture sit for about 15 minutes, after which you can wash it off with warm water. The next time you’re suffering from those irritating zits, you know that a DIY face pack is just a few steps away!
   
   
2. For Oily Skin: This mask will nourish and hydrate your skin, and restore moisture balance.
   
   Method: To make this face pack at home, combine half a tablespoon each of coconut oil and lemon juice, with one tablespoon of yoghurt, and let it stay on your face for around 15 minutes. After this, rinse your face with warm water, and gently wipe it off from your face. 
   
   
3. For Blackheads: Thinking how to make a face pack at home to treat all those blackheads but have not landed on the perfect recipe yet? We’re here to help! 
   
   Method: All you need is a tablespoon of coconut oil, and one teaspoon of baking soda. Mix these to form a smooth paste, and massage it onto your nose for about five minutes.  Now, rinse it off with warm water and pat dry. This homemade face pack will gently exfoliate the dirt from your nose, and help you brighten your skin.You can also check out Coco Soul's range of coconut oil infused face care products here.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Does Coconut Oil Remove Pimples?
   

   This totally depends on your skin type. If you’re making a face pack for dry skin, then using one with oatmeal and coconut oil, can help combat pimples effectively. However, if you have oily skin, it might clog your pores and prove to be a counterproductive process. 
   
   

2. Is Coconut Oil Harmful for the Face?

   If you’re thinking how to make a face pack at home, coconut oil is an ingredient that you’d most likely choose. But this does not mean that you can use excess of it. Coconut oil has comedogenic properties and can prove to be harmful if you have oily or combination skin.
   
   

3. Does Coconut Oil Brighten the Skin?

   While certain sources do suggest that coconut oil acts as a possible skin whitening agent, no sources outright claim that coconut oil works as a skin brightening agent. However, since it does hydrate the skin well, it can be used as a calming face pack for dry skin, amongst other useful face packs.
   
   Be it a face pack for dry skin, oily skin, combination skin or even normal skin- coconut oil has got something for every unique skin type. Indulge in the authentic goodness of Cocosoul and it’s ayurvedic ingredients to get a fulfilling experience that you’d want to revisit every day.