I’ve been using coconut oil as a hair mask for a couple of years now and it has been a godsend through the good times and the bad (see My Hair History post)! I had heard many good things about using it as a cleanser but was slightly reluctant as I was really happy with the No7 Beautiful Skin Hot Cloth Cleanser I had been using for the past few months. However, when I started breaking out more than usual I wanted to try something with more natural ingredients so out came the coconut oil, and boy am I happy with the results…
Not only does it effortlessly remove every last scrap of eye and face makeup, it leaves my skin feeling fresh, pampered and soft too. Oh and the break outs? Gone. Apparently this stuff is antibacterial and anti-fungal so whilst you may think covering your face with oil would produce spots, it actually helps to prevent them!
Coconut oil is solid but melts at body temperature so to use it I scoop out about a teaspoon amount and rub together in my hands before applying it to face/hair/body.
I use this oil exactly how I use hot cloth cleansers – to remove makeup apply it to a dry face and over the eyes. Run a muslin cloth under comfortably warm water. Ring it out and lay the warm damp cloth flat over your face allowing it to open your pores. After a few seconds wipe the oil off your face with the cloth until all makeup and oil has disappeared. Splash face with cold water to close pores and then pat dry. I then repeat these steps again to cleanse the skin.
Another good point about this gorgeous stuff is that it’s cheap as chips and can be found in health food stores, supermarkets and online. I purchased mine from eBay for about £4 for 200ml. Just make sure the pot says the words ‘raw, virgin and unrefined’ to make sure you’re getting the purest version of it.
I’d love to hear your thoughts and uses for coconut oil!
Thanks for reading!
Abi x
Brooks Make-Up 
Oh this sounds lovely! I’ve recently been getting many breakouts (probably due to my age, oily skin type and current cleanser), so I might try this and see how it works with my skin!
Thankyou very very much xx
Hope it is as effective for you as it has been for me! x
I love that stuff! I haven’t tried coconut oil for my face, I need to try that! 🙂
Let me know how you get on with it! x
I will for sure! 🙂 x
It’s great as a body butter, smells like I am in a tropical island!
I love the smell too! x
I’ve heard this stuff is great for your skin! My sister used it in our bath and pretty much covered whole thing with it! It was such a pain to clean up. But I bet it works much better when applying it with your hands. Great post!
Nice post! And I agree with you. Using coconut oil is great for removing makeup, it’s even better than makeup remover, hands down! and aside from makeup remover, it has a lot of other uses. 🙂
Great post,love!xx
You have an amazing blog!
Would you mind checking out mine?
keep in touch xoxo
Thank you! I’ll have a look at yours now 🙂 x
I love coconut oil for cooking and toothpaste (equal parts with baking soda and a few drops of peppermint oil). My current cleanser has been drying me out. I am going to have to try this!
Great idea! I’ll have to give that a go! x
I really need to try this, I’m sure it would help my skin!
Give it a go and let me know what you think! x
Definitely going to give this a try! Thanks for sharing! X
You’re welcome. Thanks for reading! x
Ohh I really want to try this! I’ve red so much about it and now I’m wondering if it works so good for me! X Love
Give it a try and let me know what you think! x
I love coconut oil on my hair, gives a great shine and moisturizes.
Me too! x
I love coconut oil – it has so many uses… (even lubricant)!! 😉
I’ve heard of so many uses for coconut oil and was planning on buying some soon. 🙂
Let me know how you get on with it! I really consider it a wonder product and I’ve recommended it to so many people! X
Ok I definitely will. Probably do a post after I try it myself. 🙂 xo
I’ve become obsessed with facial oils. They are so great. I’m definitely going to try this for my hair and skin.
I love virgin coconut oil as well. It’s a real miracle worker! I only apply it to my arms and legs for my skin condition (KP) and it has helped clear it up a bit.
Oh I have a bit of KP on my thighs so will have to apply a bit there to see if it will clear it up! Thanks for the tip! X
Love coconut oil! It’s great for so many things. Great post!
Love this! Coconut oil is my favorite cleanser of all!
I love this post, I’m actually looking for something natural that my. Bf can use on his face. I’ll try this! I usually just use it on my body
Thank you! My boyfriend uses it on his face and loves it so I’d definitely recommend it for your man too! X