Coconut Oil: Myth or Miracle?
We have heard so many controversial opinions about coconut
oil. Once and for all, is it a myth or is it really a miracle? This oil has
been said to be linked to weight loss, smooth skin, long hair, acne-blasting,
fat burning, sun-protecting cure all! Even the American Heart Association
confusingly released controversial opinion about if this oil is a good fat that
clears your arteries or clogs them... So which one is it?
The Facts
Coconut oil has been popular in the tropical islands for centuries where the palm
trees are readily available. Tropical women- who live in this environment year
round have smooth skin, long shiny hair, seem to be fit keeping their
weight under control and never seem to get sunburns. How you ask? Because the
people of these lands use coconut oil for EVERYTHING.
While commenced in my five years of research and development I studied this ‘miracle’ oil and the people, specifically the women who were exposed
to it often and used it for everything. One of the countries I studied was
India. Let us explore the example of a
woman from India. Her hair is long, strong and shiny. Where does she get this
beautiful blemish free skin? It is due to her use of coconut oil in her beauty
routine.
Since coconut oil has become popular in the US, this oil is the most talked
about 'secret' in beauty and is growing more popular each day! This wonder
oil is hard to keep a secret because of all the things it does.
Properties
Medium chain fatty acids (triglycerides) are the saturated fats in coconut oil
that lock in moisture on your skin and keep it beautifully smooth. These fats
also eliminate moisture loss through the pores on skin. Coconut oil can keep
you hydrated all day even through repeated exposure to water (such as
constantly washing your hands).
Coconut Oil is chock full of Capric, Caprylic,
and Lauric Acid which is why it is a strong disinfectant and
antimicrobial. When applied topically or internally, coconut oil protects
from microbial infections because these fatty acids boost your immune
system and act as a barrier against the pollution and debris your skin comes in
contact with each day! This is also the reason coconut oil helps with
acne, especially on the back, legs, and arms of body.
The Vitamin E in coconut oil keeps skin from extreme
dryness, cracking and protects against wrinkles and premature ageing. Coconut
Oil's proteins aid the skin in tissue repair and rejuvenation at the
cellular level.
Why the Myth?
Bella Opulence only uses 100% Organic- Unrefined-
Extra Virgin- Cold Pressed- Pure Coconut Oil. This may seem
excessive, but this is the only type of coconut oil that is as pure as taking
it from the nut of the tree. As with anything processed, when coconut oil
becomes refined, or fractionated or chemically changed in any way, it loses its original healing properties, and does not
function the same! The Lauric Acid that once kept acne at bay may have been
removed during the refining process and is the reason your blemishes may not be
going away. One way to tell of your coconut oil has been processed? It is solid until it reaches 75 degrees and it should have a vibrant coconutty smell. If it is liquid constantly, even in a cool environment and has no scent, it has been processed. We ensure our coconut oil's
properties are intact so you receive the maximum benefit.
You can find the blessed oil of coconut in EACH of your Bella Opulence products!
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