Yes, coconut oil is in every Sri Lankan kitchen for cooking, frying, etc., and our grandmas have been using it for beauty, long before it became “trendy”. OK, from me, it’s a simple, no-fuss coconut oil week for you: For Hair: Warm 02 tablespoon virgin coconut oil until it’s jus…
Yes, coconut oil is in every Sri Lankan kitchen for cooking, frying, etc., and our grandmas have been using it for beauty, long before it became “trendy”. OK, from me, it’s a simple, no-fuss coconut oil week for you: For Hair: Warm 02 tablespoon virgin coconut oil until it’s just lukewarm. Massage into scalp with fingertips, for 05 minutes, then through the lengths. Wrap with a warm towel, or shower cap, for 30 minutes, or overnight if you can. Wash with your usual shampoo. How often: 01-02 times a week is plenty. Grandma wasn’t wrong. For Skin: After a shower, while skin is still slightly damp, rub a tiny bit of oil on rough spots. A little goes a long way — it’s thick! Tip: Don’t use it on acne-prone face skin. For some people it can clog pores. Use it more on body, hands, feet. For Lips: Dab the tiniest bit of coconut oil on lips before bed. Wakes up softer. For Under-Eyes or Cuticles: Use your ring finger to pat a rice-grain amount around dry cuticles or under eyes. Be super gentle. If it stings, or you get bumps, stop. Pre-Wash Scalp Soother: If your scalp feels tight/itchy from weather changes, massage a little warm oil, for 15 minutes, before shampooing. Rinse well. A few important notes for my readers: Patch test first: Dab a bit of coconut oil on your inner arm and wait 24 hours. Even natural things can irritate. Quality matters: Go for virgin/cold-pressed coconut oil from the kitchen shelf. No fragrance, no additives. The smell alone will take you back to grandma’s kitchens, won’t it? Warm, nutty, familiar.