Best Coconut Beauty Products
Everyone knows the benefits of coconut oil. It's no wonder beauty brands are infusing the ingredient into their products. Which has the most hydrating, moisturizing results? Click on to find out!
Wax
This product is sold out everywhere! Beloved by editors and frequently used by stylists, this wax contains Brazilian coconut oil that defines, not diminishes, hair volume.
Oil Pulling
Many love using coconut oil to clean their teeth; however, swigging the ingredient can taste quite bitter. Look no further than this minty-flavored, two-week program to get whiter, fresh teeth. (A four-week package is also available!)
Self-Tanner
For a natural-looking glow, self-tanner newbies need to try this odorless, non-streaky option that also works as a moisturizer (thanks in part to the coconut oil). For a, um, glowing review, read this.
First Aid Beauty Slow Glow Gradual Self-Tanning Moisturizer, $28
Primer
Think: Five different types of coconut. Why? First, to even out skin, but more importantly, to make sure your makeup lasts way, way longer.
Marc Jacobs Beauty Under(cover) Perfecting Coconut Face Primer, $44
Wipes
Celebs like Gwyneth Paltrow love using coconut oil to remove makeup. If you aren't down to scoop the stuff out of a jar, these wipes are easy, efficient and effective to use. Bonus: They are also great on dry skin.
Eye Cream
There are many a celeb fan of this eye cream. Coconut oil is mixed with shea butter to create a soothing layering over those under-eye areas.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Eye Rescue Rejuvenates, Smoothes & Repairs, $60
Brush Cleanser
Coconut is often used to remove makeup, so it makes sense that it could be used, mixed in with goat milk, to clean our brushes.
Lip Balm
Coconut oil is known for its moisturizing benefits. Chapped lips? This lightweight balm will nourish dry smackers while providing a pop of color.
Shampoo
Amino acid may sound scary but mixed in with coconut oil, and you have a cleanser that creates a creamy lather while putting shine back into your hair.
Amino Acid Shampoo, $19
Conditioner
There's a reason why stars like Mindy Kaling wrap their hair in coconut oil—it brings an extra sheen to your strands. This conditioner, in particular, even works on color-treated hair.
Body Glow
The coconut extract infused in this formula is more for fragrance than moisture, but the glowing aftermath is unreal.
Nars Monoï Body Glow, $59