{"product_id":"coconut-oil-extra-virgin-118-39ml-4fl-oz","title":"Coconut Oil - Extra Virgin - 118.39ml (4fl oz)","description":"\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eCoconut oil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003ecopra oil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Edible_oil\"\u003eedible oil\u003c\/a\u003e extracted from the kernel or meat of mature \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Coconut\"\u003ecoconuts\u003c\/a\u003e harvested from the coconut palm (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Cocos_nucifera\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ci\u003eCocos nucifera\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e). It has various applications as food or in cosmetics. Because of its high \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Saturated_fat\"\u003esaturated fat\u003c\/a\u003e content, it is slow to oxidize and, thus, resistant to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Rancidification\"\u003erancidification\u003c\/a\u003e, lasting up to six months at 24 °C (75 °F) without spoiling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoconut oil can be used as a skin \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Moisturizer\"\u003emoisturizer\u003c\/a\u003e, helping with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Xerosis_cutis\"\u003edry skin\u003c\/a\u003e and was shown in one study to reduce \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Protein\"\u003eprotein\u003c\/a\u003e loss when used in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hair\"\u003ehair\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003csup\u003e \u003c\/sup\u003eBefore the advent of electrical lighting, coconut oil was the primary oil used for illumination in India and was exported as cochin oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoconut oil is an important base ingredient for the manufacture of soap. Soap made with coconut oil tends to be hard, though it retains more water than soap made with other oils and therefore increases manufacturer yields. It is more soluble in hard water and salt water than other soaps allowing it to lather more easily. Basic coconut oil soap is clear when melted and a bright white when hardened. A repellent made from coconut oil may be effective to prevent \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Chigoe_flea\"\u003esand fleas\u003c\/a\u003e from penetrating the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuggested Usage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eLip Gel: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Cracks in our lips can be a source of worry, discomfort, and embarrassment. When we apply chemical gels on the lips, it is possible to consume those gels accidentally, even though they are somewhat toxic. Some gels may be edible, but you still don’t want to eat those chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoconut oil comes as an ideal alternative in such cases. It acts quickly and even if it goes in your stomach, it will only give you additional benefits, so everyone wins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkin softener:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Most of us use several creams and lotions for softening our skin, especially the skin of the face and hands. Coconut oil is a great skin softener and helps you do away with \u003ca href=\"#v=onepage\u0026amp;q\u0026amp;f=false\"\u003edry and hard skin conditions\u003c\/a\u003e. Simply take some coconut oil on your palms, rub your palms against each other once or twice and then on your face, hands, or wherever you want to see the moisturizing effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoconut oil is also good for hardened and cracked feet, which may happen due to excessive cold or strenuous work while standing on your feet. The cracks in your feet will not vanish, but your feet will become softer within days if you apply coconut oil to the affected area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an exfoliant, including coconut oil as an agent with other exfoliating or grainy materials like salts and sugars can vastly improve the effects. You will successfully scrape off excess dead skin and clean out whatever substances have blocked the pores \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/informahealthcare.com\/doi\/abs\/10.3109\/13880200903062614\"\u003ewithout leaving the skin feeling irritated\u003c\/a\u003e. The natural soothing nature of the oil combines with the grainy, exfoliating material perfectly, and leaves your skin with an even colour, closed pores, and a soft texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eMakeup Remover:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Coconut oil can also be used a \u003ca href=\"#v=onepage\u0026amp;q\u0026amp;f=false\"\u003emakeup remover\u003c\/a\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkin disorders\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: It is claimed that coconut oil is good for several skin disorders such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema. Several readers have reported this benefit. However, scientific research is ongoing in order to prove or disprove these claims. Much of the research that is there speaks to its protein content, since the replacement of sick or dying cells that can occur with various skin disorders, are quickly replaced by new, healthy cells. In this way, coconut oil not only treats the infection by battling the microbial bodies, they also heal the damage or the visible marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eClean your makeup brushes: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eJust about every beauty and skincare expert stresses how important it is to keep your makeup brushes as bacteria -free as possible for the ones you use daily, that means clearing them once a week. Mix antibacterial dish soap with coconut oil (which also has antibacterial properties and will help condition the bristles) and give your brushes a good cleaning. Check out this guide for the step-by-step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eImprove your acne: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTo help minimize acne-related inflammation, experts recommend using coconut oil, which will also combat redness and irritation. Cleanse your face as you regularly would, and then apply a thin layer of oil (which will also moisturize your skin—see No. 11) to your skin. (Protip: If you’re doing this before bed, let it sink in so that excess oil doesn’t mess with your bedding.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eSmooth your skin: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCreams that boast anti-aging properties usually come with a pretty shocking price tag. Luckily, coconut oil can minimize the appearance of wrinkles. This totally works for the delicate skin around your eyes, too. Feel free to gently pat some coconut oil onto the area with your ring finger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eImprove scalp health: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMassage coconut oil into your scalp to fight dandruff. Get ready to bid adieu to those pesky flakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoothe sunburns\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e:  If you’ve spent too much time in the sun (and have the lobster-like appearance to prove it), use coconut oil for burn relief. It’ll calm your skin and moisturize it to help minimize peeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eSummary:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eSmooth Skin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eImprove Acne\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eImprove Scalp\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoothe Sunburns\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eMakeup Remover\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eLip Gel.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003eIngredients: 100% Organic Jamaican Coconut. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Green Hills Natural Foods","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39322497384617,"sku":"GH3 - NBO 04","price":6.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0543\/6381\/6105\/products\/coconut-oil1.jpg?v=1614413617","url":"https:\/\/green-hills-natural-foods.myshopify.com\/products\/coconut-oil-extra-virgin-118-39ml-4fl-oz","provider":"Green Hills Natural Foods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}