By now, you’re all probably all using lots of coconut oil in your cooking and baking, but did you know that coconut oil has a ton of non-dietary uses too? The list is pretty much endless, but here are 21 ways that you can use coconut oil besides for eating! Want more coconut oil info? I have an entire section on my site devoted to coconut oil & health, but here are a few of my favorites:
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21 Non-Dietary Uses for Coconut Oil
- Body care (lotion, lip balm, deodorant, makeup remover, massage oil, body scrubs, toothpaste, etc.)
- Hair care (conditioning, styling, etc.)
- Personal lubricant (not safe with latex)
- Mascara brush cleaner
- Use for treating lice or pink eye
- Carrier oil for homemade baby wipes
- Cleaning paint brushes (instead of mineral spirits)
- Detailing the inside of your car (add a little to a soft cloth and polish)
- Lubricate kitchen scissors when cutting sticky foods (like dates, marshmallows, etc.)
- Use to clean and store mouthguard
- Shine your houseplant’s leaves
- Non-toxic Goo Gone
- Wooden cutting board conditioner
- Base for homemade insect repellent
- Metal polish
- Leather moisturizer
- Season cast iron pans
- WD-40 substitute
- Guitar string lubricant
- Natural sunscreen
- Furniture polish
How do you use coconut oil in your home? What would you add to this list? Leave a comment below! Also, feel free to share this image with your friends!


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