tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3144616579963110201.post5819416169255126482..comments2023-09-17T05:24:37.074-07:00Comments on minhus: Adventures in Coconut Oilmin hushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09460666548836420815noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3144616579963110201.post-21264169154286479452012-01-04T19:34:39.696-08:002012-01-04T19:34:39.696-08:00I too use coconut oil in place of lotion, and I do...I too use coconut oil in place of lotion, and I do use it on my face. For me, I think it's helped clear me up rather than cause a problem. I guess I'm lucky! But then there have been several other changes I've made so it's hard to tell what's helped what. I just know I have fallen in love with coconut oil. I don't think there's anything it can't do! Although...I am having trouble convincing it to take out the trash. ;)Muphinnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3144616579963110201.post-1116828041788573662011-12-31T11:27:48.632-08:002011-12-31T11:27:48.632-08:00I second the recommendation for jojoba oil. I use ...I second the recommendation for jojoba oil. I use it on my face and it has actually improved my oily, acne prone skin. Mine is mixed with a couple drops of essential oil (lavender, rosewood, and lemon) for scent and additional skin benefits, but you can use it straight. I've tried other oils, and they tend to be a bit heavy for my face. <br /><br />Some natural deodorants use arrowroot powder instead of baking soda. I wonder if that would sting less?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3144616579963110201.post-87869417042762462732011-12-14T11:32:43.562-08:002011-12-14T11:32:43.562-08:00I'm a big fan of jojoba oil. I use it instead ...I'm a big fan of jojoba oil. I use it instead of soap for shaving, for hand lotion, lip balm, and even as a conditioner for my hair. I believe it's non-comedogenic so I don't worry about using it on my face.<br /><br />I also like coconut, but it's a bit "oilier" than jojoba, so I use it sparingly... although the smell is nice!<br /><br />The other moisturizer I LOVE is called NaPCA. NO... nothing to do with black athletes or the National Association of Pipe Coating Applicators... It's actually a salt that our skin produces naturally, but the amount goes down as we age. The way I understand it, it actually pulls water out of the air into your skin. It feels just like water, but it works amazing! I usually buy mine online, but you could probably find it at Whole Foods.<br /><br />Have fun with your coconut oil!EcoCatLadyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15704811319510740473noreply@blogger.com