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Have You Haired About Coconut Oil?

February 5th, 2011 by Karen 50 Comments

Robin of Beautyburg

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Sometimes you feel like a nut (and sometimes you don’t). Today rockin’ Robin of Beautyburg feels like a coconut, and we’re about to find out why in today’s guest post.

Have You Haired About Coconut Oil?

There’s nothing my dry, over-stylized, heat tool-abused hair loves more than super rich, emollient hair products. The only thing it might love more are products that are also natural and good for me (oh, and maybe getting all of the above at low cost).

The product behind my hair mask secret embodies all of the above, and I’m about to let you in on it! Cold compressed coconut oil is the way I keep my hair shiny, soft and hydrated, and not only is it natural and effective, but it’s also cheap.

If you haven’t heard of coconut oil, or maybe heard of it referred to in a different way (the first thing that comes to mind when I think “coconut oil” is frying in the sun with Hawaiian Tropic and pretending the SPF 2 is doing something), THIS coconut oil is totally different.

Organic Coconut Oil

First, it’s a white solid. Second, it’s food! It’s the same kind of coconut oil people cook with (vegans will be familiar with it), and you can find jars of cold compressed coconut oil at your local supermarket or natural food store (where prices range from $6-9).

Coconut oil is very high in cholesterol and saturated fats, but you don’t have to eat it to reap its benefits. You can apply it to your hair instead.

You don’t have to buy a “virgin” variety either. The FDA doesn’t set standards for “virgin” coconut oil as it does for olive. Also, the food grade product isn’t heavily scented, so you don’t have to worry about the scent if you aren’t a fan of heady perfumes.

Organic Coconut Oil

To use it, pre-wash, and then scoop anywhere from 1-3 tablespoons from the jar, depending on the length of your hair. Next, rub the dollop between the palms of your hands (NOTE: The solid will quickly become a clear liquid from the friction).

My hair BEFORE coconut oil…

Organic Coconut Oil

Organic Coconut Oil

Distribute the product, starting with the ends of your dry hair and working your way up. If you happen to have an oily scalp, you may want to just focus on the ends.

Saturate them, tie up your hair, and let the mask sit for at least 15 minutes (the longer the better!). At the end of the 15 minutes, shampoo and condition per usual.

My hair AFTER coconut oil…

Organic Coconut Oil

After washing, your hair should be softer, smoother and shinier. I also use it to tame frizzy ends when my hair is dry, but I use it extremely sparingly when I do (a pea-size or less).

Organic Coconut Oil

Organic Coconut Oil

Organic Coconut Oil

I follow this routine once a week to keep my hair healthy and happy. I hope you decide to give it a try!

Robin of Beautyburg

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Robin, aka ApplePark, is a lifelong beauty enthusiast who goes gaga for makeup, nails and French Bulldogs. She and her dog Marlowe can be found “beautificating” on Beautyburg.com.

Have You Haired About Coconut Oil? / Originally published February 5th, 2011

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  1. Advah says

    February 5th, 2011 at 1:47 pm

    Thank you for the tip! I recently discovered coconut oil does wonders to my dry skin, but I’ve yet to try it on my hair. Now I’ll try that the next time I wash my hair!

    Reply
  2. Sam says

    February 5th, 2011 at 1:50 pm

    I love coconut oil!! Sometimes when extra dry and want some extra softness and hydration, I add a little honey and warm it up in the microwave 🙂

    Reply
  3. likeramona says

    February 5th, 2011 at 2:04 pm

    I LOOOOOOVE coconut oil, so much so that I buy it by the gallon! I know it sounds a bit obsessive but being a black girl w/dry hair & dry skin and a family of six that use it too, we go through a lot of it. That and the fact I hate being caught w/o stuff, I buy my all my faves in bulk =)

    Reply
  4. Tracy says

    February 5th, 2011 at 2:07 pm

    Cool! I really need to try this! My hair is so dry and frizzy right now.
    Tracy recently posted … Lipstick of the Week-Estee Lauder Wild Violet Lipstick

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  5. Emily says

    February 5th, 2011 at 2:26 pm

    Try coconut oil instead of butter in mashed sweet potatoes, your mind will be blown. Also, pretty lipstick in the after picture!

    Reply
    • Stef says

      February 5th, 2011 at 4:40 pm

      I thought the same thing!
      What’s that lipstick in your after pic?

      Reply
      • applepark says

        February 5th, 2011 at 7:34 pm

        Hi Stef and Emily,
        It’s MUFE Rouge Artist Intense in #43! 🙂
        Robin

        ps I will have to try that in sweet potatoes (my favorite). I have two jars at home. One in my pantry and one under my bathroom sink.
        applepark recently posted … R U RCR Red Carpet Ready Stila E! Live From The Red Carpet Glamour Goddess Palette – Photos- Review and Swatches

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  6. Chris25 says

    February 5th, 2011 at 3:22 pm

    Just yesterday I bought Parachute Coconut Oil, and I can’t wait to try it out! I will be doing a review on it soon. 🙂
    Chris25 recently posted … MAC Deep Truth- Cork- and Charcoal Brown Swatches &amp Comparisons

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  7. stacie says

    February 5th, 2011 at 3:37 pm

    I think I might try this. My hair isn’t particularly dry but my scalp is being naughty at the moment and this might just soothe it. For a few $ its got to be worth a try xoxox
    stacie recently posted … Leopard print and hearts

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  8. Emma says

    February 5th, 2011 at 3:49 pm

    I love that you’ve done this article. I’ve just rediscovered Sweet Almond Oil for the skin on my face. Well done for promoting a totally natural product.

    Reply
  9. meimei says

    February 5th, 2011 at 4:17 pm

    Thank you! I’ve been using coconut oil as a deep conditioner for my hair, and it works like a charm. 🙂
    meimei recently posted … Randomesticity- Things on My Mind Right Now

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  10. DalaLuz says

    February 5th, 2011 at 4:31 pm

    I just discovered it and I am so happy with the find! I was worried about smelling like a pina colada, but it is not that strong of a smell at all. And my hair just loves, loves, loves it, gobbles it up like you wouldn’t believe 🙂 And I am curious about Sam’s honey suggestion. I guess my dry frizzy hair was just hungry for good food, so now I can cut way back on all the more expensive silicone loaded stuff. Hail to the almighty coconut! 😉

    Reply
  11. Renata says

    February 5th, 2011 at 4:50 pm

    Yes, it’s the best thing for my dry hair, and also fabulous to remove make up. 😉
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  12. gillybean604 says

    February 5th, 2011 at 6:16 pm

    I looooove coconut oil! I use it on my dry hands every night before I go to bed. I love the scent.

    Reply
  13. Nina says

    February 5th, 2011 at 6:19 pm

    lovelovelove coconut oil — it makes my hair feel silky soft! 🙂

    Reply
  14. Hana says

    February 5th, 2011 at 6:22 pm

    Girl, you have beautiful hair before AND after 🙂 Wish my hair was like that.

    Reply
    • Saffron says

      February 6th, 2011 at 10:58 pm

      Haha I though this too when I saw this – I’d give a leg to have hair like the before picture! I have super curly, frizzy hair and have been using coconut oil for ages. It’s hard to overdo it with the oil when you have curly hair, but the smell can get intense.

      Reply
  15. Ru says

    February 5th, 2011 at 6:31 pm

    This is like an old age Asian hair secret. My mom used to put it on my head every week, and I never had a split end in my life. I need to go back to doing this on a regular basis.

    Reply
  16. becca says

    February 5th, 2011 at 7:19 pm

    Holy crap! I’m going to RUN not walk to get some of this. Loved this post!!! xx

    Reply
  17. olivia says

    February 5th, 2011 at 7:29 pm

    i too am dying to know what that red lip is

    Reply
    • applepark says

      February 6th, 2011 at 12:31 pm

      It’s MUFE Rouge Artist #41, above was a typo!
      applepark recently posted … R U RCR Red Carpet Ready Stila E! Live From The Red Carpet Glamour Goddess Palette – Photos- Review and Swatches

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      • applepark says

        February 6th, 2011 at 12:32 pm

        Ooops sorry I just double checked. It’s actually 41 not 43, which is Moulin Rouge. It’s the one Sephora labels as Satin Rust!
        applepark recently posted … R U RCR Red Carpet Ready Stila E! Live From The Red Carpet Glamour Goddess Palette – Photos- Review and Swatches

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  18. Solangel says

    February 5th, 2011 at 7:44 pm

    This is so interesting! I might just have to raid my supermarket tomorrow 😀

    Reply
  19. Sareena says

    February 5th, 2011 at 8:32 pm

    Everyone in kerala does this atleast twice or thrice a week 😀 am from Kerala.(India)

    Reply
  20. Prachi says

    February 6th, 2011 at 5:14 am

    Just warm the coconut oil a bit and then apply to your hair.and let is stay on your hair for at least an hour or more..It will be even more effective. We Indians do this very zealously…:-)

    Reply
  21. beautylogicblog says

    February 6th, 2011 at 5:39 am

    I have been talking about thewonders of Coconut Oil for years. LoveLove Love it!

    Reply
  22. Olga says

    February 6th, 2011 at 7:16 am

    sounds like a great hair treatment. Def. going to try it!!!
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  23. Candice says

    February 6th, 2011 at 8:00 am

    This stuff has been the best kept secret by far! I just found out about coconut oil about 5 months ago and I am in love it! I bought this same jar from Krogers health foods aisle for only $7 and I am no where near done. Definitely great for chemically processed or natural African American hair. I am surprised that other races use it but hey it is a great product!!
    Candice recently posted … Wedding Dress Debates &amp Other Goodies

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  24. Stacey F. says

    February 6th, 2011 at 9:36 am

    Thanks for the tip- your hair is beautiful!

    Reply
    • applepark says

      February 6th, 2011 at 12:33 pm

      Thanks Stacey!
      applepark recently posted … R U RCR Red Carpet Ready Stila E! Live From The Red Carpet Glamour Goddess Palette – Photos- Review and Swatches

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  25. Perri says

    February 6th, 2011 at 9:58 am

    wow !!! I will try this 🙂

    Reply
  26. Meghan says

    February 6th, 2011 at 11:54 am

    Very very cool !! Thanks for the guest post!
    Meghan recently posted … Clinique Milly Pretty in Prints

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  27. Lei says

    February 6th, 2011 at 1:06 pm

    Aloha, I love your article & your hair looks terrific. I’ve been using cold press coconut oil for my skin, as a hair mask & conditioner for a lnng time and have great results. I have lots of thin curly hair & now i’m hinning on the scalp. Coconut oil does wonders for my scalp and my aging locks (50 yrs old). I also use it in moderation in my cooking due to medium sized fatty chain cells which makes it better then your average cooking oil. Check it out online – there is a book out that researched the health benefits of coconut oil.

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  28. Jae says

    February 6th, 2011 at 1:09 pm

    I’m doing this RIGHT NOW. Can’t wait to see how it turns out!

    Reply
  29. kelliegonzo says

    February 6th, 2011 at 1:49 pm

    great tip girl! love beautyburg and marlowe <3

    Reply
  30. AnieJ says

    February 6th, 2011 at 4:08 pm

    Love this! Will be trying it in no time!
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  31. Sanya says

    February 6th, 2011 at 9:26 pm

    Thank you for posting this! I’ve been trying to decide between going the olive oil route (which my family swears by) and the coconut oil route– you’ve decided me!
    Sanya recently posted … SheRa- Princess of Power

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  32. Argyro says

    February 7th, 2011 at 2:18 am

    this sounds great!=)
    thank you for sharing!
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  33. Christy says

    February 7th, 2011 at 10:37 am

    Any input on how this compares to the recently hyped Argan or Moroccan oil? I don’t use it as a conditioner/treatment but on damp hair before styling as a relaxer. I am eager to try this as a treatment 🙂
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  34. www.KeepMeBlushing.com says

    February 8th, 2011 at 11:54 am

    This is a fantastic tip-thank you so much for sharing!

    Reply
  35. Molly says

    February 12th, 2011 at 6:24 pm

    I had heard of using coconut oil, but hadn’t tried it, so I just went out and bought some but was too chicken to use it until now. Thanks for posting the tutorial. Tomorrow I will put some on my hair and see how it turns out.

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  36. LauraA says

    February 14th, 2011 at 1:27 pm

    I have somewhat unruly red hair that dries out like nobody’s business, as well as can’t decide if it’s straight or going to curl when it’s humid. I tried coconut oil over the weekend, and I’m a convert–it softened the texture without taking away body or making my hair greasy. Thank you for posting about this.

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  37. Sexy Sadie says

    March 21st, 2011 at 7:01 am

    I am going to try.
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  38. Nico Bellissimo says

    April 2nd, 2011 at 1:37 pm

    What is the name of the red lipstick you are wearing in the “after” shot? It’s GORGEOUS!

    Reply
  39. Mary says

    September 17th, 2011 at 3:45 pm

    I always use it for frying 🙂 And love it. You will get a little bit of a coconut note in your dish!

    But for hair? That’s new to me 🙂 I think I have to try it 😀

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  40. mairead says

    September 19th, 2011 at 1:47 pm

    Hi. I’m confused!!

    Do you apply it to wet hair straight after a shampoo? The reason I ask is that I have applied coconut to my dry hair before and left it on for the night. Didn’t think I could apply to wet hair as oil and water don’t mix, and I thought it wouldn’t be absorbed, or that I would end up with greasy hair, even if I shampoo after????

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  41. Krisabelle says

    September 19th, 2011 at 6:39 pm

    Loved your post and the pictures were fun, too! I tried this tonight and my hair is shampoo commercial shiny and soft as kittens. Thanks for the great post, Robin! =D

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  42. Jennifer says

    January 13th, 2012 at 11:58 am

    I went out and bought this after I read about it. Love it! I used it all over my body. I picked it up the exact bottle for $5.98 at Wal-Mart.

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  43. Regina says

    October 22nd, 2014 at 6:39 pm

    I,be been using coconut oil on my natural hair for 5 yes and have seen wonders. I spritz my hair with distilled water, then apply coconut oil twice a day. I am 50 and my hair is thicker and healthier than when I was 10!Coconut oil is the only thing I use as an African American and it is a wonder product!!!

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