Are you troubled by dry skin and hair fall in winter? Know the benefits of coconut oil from Ayurveda

News India Live, Digital Desk: As soon as winter arrives, our skin starts losing its moisture. As the cold and dryness in the air increases, the skin feels stretched, the heels start cracking and the problem of dryness and dandruff in the hair also becomes common. In such a situation, we often spend money on expensive creams and lotions available in the market, whereas the best cure is available in our own kitchen – yes, we are talking about coconut oil.

Coconut oil has been used in Ayurveda for thousands of years due to its medicinal properties. Let us know what is so special about this simple oil that makes it so beneficial for winters.

Why is coconut oil a boon for winter?

According to Ayurveda, ‘Vata’ dosha increases in winter, which causes dryness in the body. Coconut oil, due to its Snigdha (smoothing) and Guru (heavy) properties, calms this aggravated Vata and nourishes the skin from within, restoring its moisture.

• Remove dryness of skin: By applying coconut oil on slightly damp skin after bathing, it acts like a protective shield and locks the moisture in the skin. This keeps the skin soft and glowing throughout the day.
• A panacea for cracked heels and lips: Applying coconut oil on your cracked heels and lips before sleeping at night softens them and helps in healing the cracks.
• Give new life to hair: In winter, the scalp also becomes dry, due to which the problem of dandruff and hair fall increases. Massaging the head with lukewarm coconut oil one or two hours before shampooing the hair nourishes the scalp, improves blood circulation and removes dryness of the hair and gives it a new shine.
• Natural Makeup Remover: This is a great and natural alternative to chemical makeup removers. It removes makeup easily and does not make the skin dry.

How to use?

According to Ayurveda, coconut oil has a cooling effect. Therefore, in winter it should always be used lukewarm. Lukewarm oil gets easily absorbed into the skin and is more effective.

So this time in winter, try adopting this natural and age-old remedy to take care of your skin and hair, you will not feel the need of expensive products.