Don’t limit coconut's potential to just the kitchen—it's a true star in the skincare industry too! Beyond treating numerous skin conditions and enhancing the quality of beauty products, who would have thought to incorporate coconut into soaps for skincare? It’s a simple yet highly effective way to infuse your daily routine with the hydrating and glowing benefits of this natural wonder.
While many medicinal products harness the power of coconut, its benefits extend just as much to beauty products, with oils, balms, and soaps already on the market. Coconut is one of the superfoods whose natural properties offer various skincare benefits. With its affordability and accessibility, it’s high time we give coconut-based skincare the attention it deserves.
Coconut soaps are packed with natural oils that provide deep hydration to the skin. Coconut oil, with its hydrating, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties, is a fantastic addition to skincare products. Thanks to its high lauric acid content—a medium-chain fatty acid—it deeply nourishes the skin.
“Addition of coconut oil to the soaps is attributed to giving rich lather and moisturizing the skin, without stripping off its natural oils. Its emollient properties aid in soothing the skin and making it smooth and supple,” said Kiran Bhatt, Cosmetologist and the Vice President of Junoesque.
Soaps containing over 60% coconut oil not only offer rich, luxurious lather but also leave skin soft, supple, and moisturised.
“Coconut-based soaps are gentle and mild as compared to chemical soaps, making them suitable for all skin types. Its natural cleansing properties effectively remove dirt and impurities without compromising the skin's natural barrier. Moreover, these soap foams well even with hard water, making it a preferred choice for people living in such regions,” said George John, Business Head of KLF Nirmal, a brand with a legacy of over 80 years in the coconut oil milling industry.
Coconut oil’s standout quality as a natural moisturiser is just the beginning. It also serves as a gentle yet effective cleanser and is an excellent remedy for inflammatory skin conditions. Its antimicrobial properties make it a reliable solution for treating mild skin infections, and those with extremely dry or sensitive skin will find immense relief. From combating eczema to soothing psoriasis, coconut oil's anti-inflammatory compounds offer soothing care for irritated skin.
“Coconut oil contains lauric acid, a fatty acid with antimicrobial properties that can help protect the skin against harmful microorganisms, preventing acne breakouts and other skin infections. Coconut soaps also contain antioxidants which help neutralise free radicals and promote youthful, radiant skin. Moreover, these soaps help calm irritation, reduce redness, and promote overall skin health due to their soothing and nourishing natural properties,” said George.
Its antimicrobial properties make it a great aid in treating various mild skin infections. Those having extremely dry or hypersensitive skin can definitely benefit from this. Inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis can be well handled with coconut oil’s richness of anti-inflammatory compounds.
“Those individuals who have breakout influenced skin can use coconut water as it has hydrating features. Skin also gets protected from signs of premature aging as it is antioxidant rich and scavenges free radicals,” said Bhatt.
George further said that incorporating coconut soaps into your skincare routine can offer numerous benefits but it is always advisable to consult with a dermatologist for an accurate and desired result, to avoid any complications or allergies at a later stage.