26 Everyday Uses for Coconut Oil

26 Everyday Uses for Coconut Oil Fans of coconut oil claim that it can help hydrate skin and smooth frizzy hair thanks to its antioxidant properties and its high amount of lauric acid, a medium-chain fatty acid. In this article, we take a look at twenty-six surprising everyday uses for the stuff that you might not know about. On a beauty kick? Enter our Instagram contest here for a chance to win some free skin cream from Egyptian Magic, or click here to buy some now — use the code "MAGIC5" for five percent off! Expires June 15, 2016, see terms below.* READ NOW  Advertisement READ THESE NEXT What's So Great About Coconut Oil, Anyway? MORE Does CLA Really Work for Weight Loss? MORE 3 Home Remedies for a Yeast Infection MORE AN ABOUT.COM BRAND You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Live Longer newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here *Offer is redeemable through June 15, 2016. Offer applies to 2 oz. and 4 oz. jars of Egyptian Magic Skin Cream. Available only at www.target.com. Additional terms and conditions of discount provider may apply. 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2016 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.