How To Get Rid Of Wrinkles Using Coconut Oil

As you age, you start noticing the signs of aging, especially wrinkles. Though you cannot reverse the aging process, you can reduce their appearance. You can use coconut oil as a natural moisturizer for wrinkles as it is one of the safest and most effective solutions available to promote skin hydration and repair damaged skin.

Coconut oil moisturizes the skin, helps improve collagenⁱ  A structural protein that helps maintain the integrity of connective tissues like skin, tendons, bones, and cartilage. production, and promotes cell regeneration in your skin, making it more elastic and tight. It can effectively fade your wrinkles and fine lines and make you look youthful and healthy. Since wrinkles and fine lines occur anywhere on your face, it is always better to use something safe like coconut oil to make it fade away.

Are you still confused about using coconut oil for wrinkle reduction? If so, you may read this article to get more clarity. Here, we have discussed everything you need to know about coconut oil for skin health and how it helps in reducing wrinkles. Keep reading!

Causes Of Wrinkles

As we all know, the most common cause of wrinkles is aging. However, there are few factors that can cause fine lines and wrinkles prematurely. These include:

• Sun Damage: Wrinkles most frequently result from damage due to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays. Sun exposure can lead to the depletion of collagen and the breakdown of elastin fibers, which are responsible for skin’s elasticity (1). This reduction in elastin makes the skin susceptible to wrinkles, prematurely aging it well before reaching old age.
• Smoking: Smoking harms not just your internal organs but also has adverse effects on your skin. The nicotine in cigarettes constricts the blood vessels, leading to diminished oxygen supply to the skin (2). This restricted blood circulation results in the development of wrinkles and skin sagging.

Now, let’s explore how to effectively use coconut oil for addressing wrinkles.

How To Use Coconut Oil For Wrinkles

If you are looking for a natural way to smooth out those fine lines and keep your skin looking youthful, coconut oil might just be your new best friend. This versatile ingredient is a great home remedy to get wrinkle-free skin and can work wonders when applied correctly. Keep reading to discover how you can harness its benefits with a few easy tips!

1. Coconut Oil
2. Apple Cider Vinegar And Coconut Oil
3. Castor Oil And Coconut Oil
4. Vitamin E And Coconut Oil
5. Coconut Oil And Honey
6. Coconut Oil And Lemon Juice
7. Coconut Oil And Turmeric

Use Coconut Oil In the Following Ways

1. Coconut Oil For Wrinkles

You Will Need

What You Have To Do

1. Cleanse your face and rinse it with cool water. Pat dry.
2. Take a few drops of coconut oil on your fingertips
3. Apply to your face and neck. Massage in circular motions for a few minutes.
4. Leave the oil on overnight.

How Often You Should Do This

Do this every night before you go to sleep.

Why This Works

Coconut oil aids in skin nourishment by fighting off free radicals, reducing wrinkles, and making your skin clear. It also soothes your skin and moisturizes it (3, 4). It is naturally composed of lauric acid and caprylic acid that aids in skin smoothening (5).

2. Apple Cider Vinegar And Coconut Oil For Wrinkles

You Will Need

• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon water
• A few drops of virgin coconut oil
• Cotton ball

What You Have To Do

1. Dilute the ACV with water and apply it to your face using the cotton ball.
2. Let it dry naturally.
3. Now, massage your face with coconut oil.
4. Keep the oil on overnight.

How Often You Should Do This

Repeat this every night.

Why This Works

The acidity of the ACV balances the skin’s pH and tones the skin before the coconut oil is applied

(6).

Quick Tip

If not properly diluted, apple cider vinegar (ACV) can be abrasive to your skin texture and cause irritation or a burning sensation. Dilute one part of ACV with 4 parts of water.

3. Castor Oil And Coconut Oil For Wrinkles

You Will Need

• 2-3 drops organic coconut oil
• 2-3 drops castor oil

What You Have To Do

1. Mix both the oils and use this blend to massage your face gently.
2. Leave it on for as long as possible, preferably overnight.

How Often You Should Do This

Do this every day to keep your skin wrinkle-free.

Why This Works

Castor oil is a deep conditioner for the skin that contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatoryⁱ  A substance that lowers signs of inflammation, including physical pain, swelling, and redness in the body. components as well

. It keeps your skin supple and youthful without any fine lines and wrinkles (7, 8). Using castor oil for wrinkles regularly can effectively help maintain a smooth and clear skin texture.

4. Vitamin E And Coconut Oil For Wrinkles

You Will Need

• 1 vitamin E capsule
• A few drops of organic coconut oil

What You Have To Do

1. Pierce the vitamin E capsule carefully and pour the contents into a bowl.
2. To this, add the coconut oil and mix well.
3. Apply this oil blend all over a clean and dry face. Massage it in for a few minutes.

How Often You Should Do This

Do this every night.

Why This Works

Vitamin E hydrates the skin, evens out the skin tone, and quells the unhealthy dryness that may be a cause of wrinkles and fine lines. It also contains tocopherol, which is an antioxidant that helps to rejuvenate dull and aging skin and may support healthy skin barrier function (9, 10).

Kassy, a blogger, shared her homemade cream recipe, made with coconut oil, vitamin E, and frankincense oil, to treat stretch marks, wrinkles, and scars. She applied it on the affected areas before sleeping or after showering. She adds, “Some of the most simple ingredients, or at least natural ones, were items I had on hand so I made my own “cream” from some stretch marks (hello, two babies in the house) and wrinkles, my section scar(s), and acne scars. I tried out a combination of three of the items I researched and to my surprise it has been AMAZING (i)!”

5. Coconut Oil And Honey For Wrinkles

You Will Need

• 1 tablespoon organic coconut oil
• 1/2 teaspoon raw honey

What You Have To Do

1. Mix the oil and honey.
2. Apply this mixture to the affected area and let it sit for about an hour.
3. Rinse it off with water.

How Often You Should Do This

Repeat this once every day.

Why This Works

Honey is rich in antioxidants that heal damaged skin (11). It is an emollient that can plump and smooth your skin, getting rid of even stubborn forehead wrinkles, and giving you a wonderful natural glow.

Quick Tip

Avoid raw honey as some varieties may cause an allergic reaction if you have a pollen allergy. Conduct a patch test before applying liberally.

6. Coconut Oil And Lemon Juice For Wrinkles

You Will Need

• 1 tablespoon virgin coconut oil
• A few drops of lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon raw milk

What You Have To Do

1. Add the lemon juice to the milk and mix until the milk curdles.
2. Add the coconut oil to this and mix well.
3. Apply this mixture on your face and massage for 2-3 minutes.
4. Leave it on for another 15 minutes and then rinse it off.

How Often You Should Do This

Repeat this every day.

Why This Works

Lemon juice cleanses the skin and tightens the pores. It contains vitamin C that enhances the skin’s elasticity and reduces wrinkles (12 ,13). The vitamin C in lemon may even help with fading the signs of UV damage like spots and pigmentation (14). The curdled milk moisturizes the skin.

Caution

Do not use this remedy if you are allergic to dairy and dairy products.

7. Coconut Oil And Turmeric For Wrinkles

You Will Need

• 1 tablespoon virgin coconut oil
• A pinch of turmeric powder

What You Have To Do

1. Add the turmeric powder to the oil and mix well.
2. Apply the paste on the wrinkles and leave it on for 15-20 minutes.
3. Rinse it off with water.

How Often You Should Do This

Do this once every day.

Why This Works

Turmeric contains antioxidants that protect the skin from free radical damage and aid in skin rejuvenation. It enhances the collagen production in the skin and improves its elasticity. It also contains anti-inflammatory compounds (15).

Precautions

Make sure you purchase a product that is organic, made with plant-based oils, that hasn’t crossed the expiry date.

You might have heard about the uses of coconut oil for cooking and cleaning, but how many of you actually knew about its beauty benefits? Coconut oil is great for your skin and hair as well. It is commonly used these days to treat wrinkles, and the methods described above are quite simple and effortless.

Infographic: Ingredients To Pair With Coconut Oil To Reduce Wrinkles

To recap, coconut oil improves collagen production which keeps your skin elastic and prevents wrinkles and fine lines. But did you know that you can pair this oil with certain ingredients to boost its effectiveness?

Check out the infographic below to learn the right ingredient you should pair coconut oil with to hydrate dry skin and diminish wrinkles so you look youthful.

Illustration: StyleCraze Design Team

Frequently Asked Questions

Is coconut oil ideal for all skin types?

Yes. Coconut oil can be a good choice for all skin types, especially dry skin. But while it is intensely moisturizing, it can clog pores in oily and acne-prone skin. So, make sure you use it in limited quantities on these skin types.

Can coconut oil be used as a substitute for my regular moisturizer?

While coconut oil can be a good addition to one’s daily skincare routine due to its hydrating and nourishing properties, it should not be used as a substitute for regular moisturizers. The oil, left on your face for long periods, may lead to clogged pores and blemishes.

Do coconut oil and baking soda get rid of wrinkles?

Coconut oil has moisturizing properties which may delay the signs of aging (16) . However, there are no studies that indicate baking soda can reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

What’s better – olive oil or coconut oil for wrinkles?

Both coconut and olive oils have antioxidant properties that may help in reducing the appearance of wrinkles (16) , (17)  . You can choose as per your preference.

Can you use coconut oil and aloe vera at the same time for wrinkles?

Yes, you can mix coconut oil with aloe vera. Aloe vera can boost collagen production while coconut oil has hydrating properties that may help reduce the appearance of wrinkles  (16) , (18)

Illustration: How To Get Rid Of Wrinkles Using Coconut Oil

Image: Stable Diffusion/StyleCraze Design Team

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