Whipped Coconut Oil For Hair And Skin

We talk a lot about oils here on the Free People blog, and for good reason – they’re amazing for both your external and internal health. Personally, I’m a fan of coconut oil: I cook with it, slather it on my skin, rub it into the ends of my hair, and even add it to my coffee and tea.

This incredible oil has been in the news a lot lately, and for good reason: Among its myriad of uses and benefits, coconut oil has positive antioxidant properties, meaning that it can actually stop free radicals from damaging  tissue and other healthy fats in our bodies. Plus, when you use coconut oil as a lotion, every day is like going to the beach, it smells amazing.

However, I have one complaint: The one thing that I don’t like about this miracle oil is how hard and crumbly it is straight out of the jar during colder months. With the cooler days of fall not far off, I went in search of a solution and found out that coconut oil can be whipped into a creamy consistency that actually stays relatively soft. To make this moisturizer even better, I’ve added soothing jojoba oil and one of my favorite essential oils for scent. The result is intoxicating, and a welcome relief to sun-soaked skin after a day at the beach now, or to parched dry skin after a cold day outdoors later.

Coconut Oil

You’ll Need:

1 cup organic unrefined virgin coconut oil (room temperature – unmelted)

A few drops of the essential oil of your choice

1 tsp jojoba oil

Coconut Oil

Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Mix on high for seven or eight minutes. While you can use a hand-held mixer for this, I recommend using a stand mixer so you can leave it running while the concoction emulsifies. After the eight minutes is up, use a rubber spatula to transfer the moisturizer to a glass jar. Store in a cool, dark place indefinitely.

Coconut Oil

To use: Apply to freshly washed, slightly damp skin, as you would a moisturizer or rub a little into the ends of damp hair as a leave-in conditioner.

To decorate the jar: Trace the lid of the jar onto a piece of heavyweight brown paper and cut out the circle. Use glue to adhere the paper disk to the top of the jar, and wrap rough twine around the outside of the lid, fastening with glue. Allow to dry.

See more beauty tips from the BLDG 25 blog.

Coconut Oil

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9 years ago
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9 years ago

Good idea. I’m pretty stuck on argan oil though.
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9 years ago

This looks absolutely amazing! I LOVE using coconut oil in my hair and in facial scrubs. I will definitely have to try this recipe. Thank you for sharing!

-Lara

9 years ago

This is such a wonderful idea! Adding this to our long list of great things coconut oil can do for you :)

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9 years ago

Pinned! Can’t wait to try it out . Thanks!

Warm regards,
Alexandra
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9 years ago

I’ll have to try this!!!

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This looks amazing, I’ve got to try this on my hair and skin, #pinning!

Hi julie,

Here i get new idea about Coconut Oil. This is a nice idea! I like this blog. I have a own blog and i will share your post to my blog.

karina
9 years ago

so i decided to use the diy shampoo and coconut oil conditioner… when i apply the coconut oil to my hair, it just gets greasy and gross and stuck together, even after rinsing a lot… i just used a pea-sized amount to the ends! :/ any tips?

Afrodusa
9 years ago

My skin likes coconut oil, unfortunately my hair absolutely HATES it *sigh*.

9 years ago

Hello Julie, Your blog is very nice. Using coconut oil is a one of the natural way to make your hair and skin soft, radiant, and healthy. Thanks for sharing this info with us.

Natalie
9 years ago

Love how you guys always have natural homemade product recipes, however I’m allergic to coconut oil. Do you have any shampoo/conditioner/body product recipies that don’t contain coconut oil?

em
9 years ago

I don’t know one person who actually likes coconut oil in their hair…. it leaves grease spots every time i’ve tried but if anyone knows how to prevent this i would loooove to know!!!

Leah
8 years ago

Yes! You’re probably using wayy too much coconut oil in your hair. I use about a pin head amount. A tiny tiny bit and scrunch it through my wet hair and its amazing!

7 years ago

Caring for long hair doesn’t have to be difficult or expensive. There are many treatments that can be done at home for a very modest price and without harsh chemicals that can do more damage than good. Coconut oil is a cheap, wonderful, and natural way to care for our hair.

7 years ago

Nice to read this article about coconut oil for hair skin. Because I really need this information. I have got a big problem in my hair skin. Doctor advice to me using for coconut oil. But I am not sure yet about it. Now I am satisfied about that coconut oil is best for hair care. Thanks for sharing this information.

billivishwamitra
7 years ago

In this generation the main and big problem is how to make our skin healthy and beautiful. I am also a girl and I do agree that maintaining skin health is quite difficult and for that we use many beauty products but still we don’t get our desired result. In my situation I always prefer coconut oil because it actually works like a miracle. Most of us generally use skin softener and moisturizer to make our skin soft but using natural ingredient for skin is one of the best ways to keep your skin hydrated and healthy. If you want to make your skin healthy and glowing I think you should try coconut oil for your skin

5 years ago

This coconut hair oil for skin is really effective you shall try it.