Coconut oil isn't just a kitchen staple, it's also a fantastic natural solution for your skincare routine. Its nourishing properties can support your skin in so many ways ,from hydration to protection against irritations. In this article, you'll learn all about using coconut oil for your skin, with a special focus on coconut oil for your face, eczema, and as an all-around skincare hero. Curious about products that contain coconut oil? At Nourished, you'll find the best coconut oil-infused goodies to pamper your skin.
Why use coconut oil on your face?
Coconut oil is a skincare wonder that’s definitely earned all the attention it gets. It's packed with fatty acids like lauric acid and vitamin E, which work together to deeply nourish and protect your skin. When used in facial products, coconut oil helps hydrate, calm irritations, and strengthen the skin’s natural barrier. Especially if you have dry or sensitive skin, coconut oil can be a soothing addition to your skincare routine.
Coconut oil also has antibacterial properties, meaning it can help fight blemishes. But here's the catch: pure coconut oil can clog your pores. That's why facial products with coconut oil are a smarter pick. They're specially formulated to care for your skin without overwhelming it.
Coconut oil-infused face products
At Nourished, you'll find facial skincare products with carefully balanced amounts of coconut oil, mixed with other potent ingredients. These products hydrate without leaving a greasy feeling, perfect for a glowing complexion. Look for cleansers, creams, or serums where coconut oil is one of the key active ingredients. They offer all the benefits of coconut oil without the risk of clogged pores.
Our favorites are:
+ Sensitive Skin Solid Cleanser Bar
Swap your liquid cleanser for Nourished Daily's Sensitive Skin Solid Cleanser Bar, specially formulated to gently yet thoroughly cleanse your skin. Everything a sensitive skin needs, this cleanser bar is perfect for both your face and body.
It’s made with rosehip, olive oil, and coconut oil to deeply nourish the skin. Oat oil calms inflamed, red skin by supporting the skin's barrier function. The result? A calm, smooth, and soft complexion.
+ Ultra Rich Moisturizer
Restore dry, dehydrated skin in no time with Retreatment Botanics' Ultra Rich Moisturizer. This natural moisturizer deeply hydrates while reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
The formula contains mountain pepperberry, hyaluronic acid, white cypress, and plant-based squalane. These skin-boosting ingredients have antibacterial, anti-aging, calming, and skin-firming properties. A perfect match for normal, combination, dry, mature, and sensitive skin.
+ Cranberry Lip & Eye Butter
Rejuvenate and protect the delicate skin around your eyes and mouth with this super hydrating, buttery formula. Packed with shea butter, cranberry, cucumber, coconut oil, and lactic acid, it stimulates the regeneration of sensitive skin around the eyes while nourishing the delicate skin around your lips. The result: hydrated, youthful, and healthy-looking skin!
+ Face Oil - Enriching
Let your skin glow with Ipsum Skin’s Face Oil - Enriching. This natural face oil blends 24 pure and organic plant oils that work wonders for your skin. This nutrient-rich formula is full of essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, bringing your skin back to life and restoring its natural radiance.
+ Coconut Lip Balm
This bestseller is made from rich, raw coconut oil for a creamy and fantastic taste. Delicious and honest. A must-have for any coconut fan! We call it "coconut-perfection." Hurraw! Lip Balms fit perfectly in your pocket and are fair trade, GMO-free, made from raw, pure ingredients of the highest quality, including sweet almond oil, coconut oil, and jojoba oil. Hurraw! is the ultimate hydrating and nourishing lip balm.
Coconut oil for Eczema
Eczema can be quite the challenge, but coconut oil has some superpowers that can help. The anti-inflammatory properties of lauric acid soothe red, itchy patches, while also reducing moisture loss from your skin. This makes coconut oil perfect for dry, irritated skin that needs a little extra love.
Of course, you should be careful. Opt for skincare products with coconut oil that are specifically designed for sensitive skin. These products are gentle yet effective, ensuring your skin gets the care it needs without causing unnecessary irritation.
Coconut Oil Products Suitable for Eczema-Prone Skin:
+ Bio Active Exfoliant
We also recommend the rest of the Sans [ceuticals] collection for eczema-sensitive skin.
Why coconut oil for skincare?
Coconut oil is a multitasker in skincare. Whether you're tackling dry spots, softening your skin, or looking for natural protection against external factors, coconut oil can do it all. It absorbs quickly, deeply nourishes, and protects against free radicals thanks to its high antioxidant content. Plus, it feels wonderfully soft on the skin and leaves a subtle, natural glow.
In skincare products, coconut oil is often combined with other ingredients to target specific skin needs. This makes it more versatile and safer than using pure coconut oil.
Coconut Oil skincare products
Nourished's coconut oil-infused skincare products are perfectly tailored to meet your skin's needs. From nourishing body butters to luxurious creams and gentle scrubs, each product is thoughtfully crafted to pamper your skin. No greasy layers or clogged pore risks, just beautifully soft, glowing skin.
+ Coffee Scrub Cleanse Bar
Say goodbye to dead skin cells and reveal your beautiful skin in no time with this Coffee Scrub Bar. Recycled coffee grounds act as an effective exfoliant, removing dead skin cells, dirt, and dryness, while rhassoul clay deeply nourishes the skin, leaving it soft and hydrated. Caffeine is known for its ability to stimulate circulation, making it the perfect ingredient to wake up your skin for a glowing radiance. The ultimate morning kickstart!
+ Barrier Restore Butter
Sans[ceuticals] Barrier Restore Butter is a rich, silky cream designed to provide intense hydration while restoring your skin's barrier function. Soothe a thirsty, inflamed, and itchy skin without the greasy feeling, leaving your skin looking firm, smooth, and fresh, thanks to the added 5% niacinamide combined with oat extract and mānuka honey. These ingredients speed up natural wound healing, balance the skin’s pH levels, and help calm and heal irritated skin.
+ Body Oil - Patchouli Rose
This natural body oil contains 19 gorgeous organic plant oils that have restorative and hydrating properties for your skin. The formulation includes powerful antioxidants that give your skin a boost, and macadamia nut oil that deeply hydrates. The scent of this natural body oil is enriched with patchouli, rose, and a hint of Australian sandalwood.
