Basically coconut oil good for baby skin care, because it can moisturize dry baby skin. Approximately 50 percent of coconut oil content is lauric acid which is able to get rid of bacterial or fungal infections. Showering and washing the skin destroys the natural bacteria which live on baby skin and work as a barrier to protect baby skin from bacteria, viruses and fungi.

Using coconut oil for skin care is a great way to both look and feel great. The fat in coconut oil helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles on your skin and actually makes it look healthy because it is nourished by the coconut oil benefits.

.Is Coconut Oil Good For Eczema?

Coconut oil for eczema is one of the best things people can use to help combat the symptoms and heal the skin. Coconut oil contains antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant and antimicrobial properties that help to prevent infections and help to heal broken raw skin. Coconut oil also contains healthy vitamins and nutrients like lauric acid, caprylic acid and capric acid, Vitamin K and E that helps to alleviate itching and soothes the skin. Unlike many prescription eczema medications, coconut oil does not contain any chemicals, preservatives andor other unhealthy ingredients. When an unrefined virgin coconut oil is used it does not just help to soothe eczema symptoms, it helps to heal the skin and keep it safe from infection. Coconut oil and eczema treatment is best when an organic, virgin, unrefined, cold pressed coconut oil is used. NOW Foods, pure coconut oil is an excellent coconut oil for eczema.

Hot to use coconut oil for baby Eczema : It is very rare to have an allergic reaction to coconut but to be safe, first do a test patch on a small area of the body before using

• After bathing your baby, pat dry her skin, don’t rub, as this will irritate her skin more. Plus, applying the oil while her skin is still a little wet will ensure her skin is well moisturized.
• Open the jar of ORGANIC VIRGIN COCONUT OIL. (It may look more like a solid than oil but this is normal. Once placed in hands, it will melt). Put a small amount on your finger tips and first massage it on your child’s face, avoiding the nose and eyes. Put some oil in the palms of your hand, rub it together to warm up the oil, then massage it all over your child’s body focusing on the more affected areas.
• Repeat this once more at night, whether you give your baby a bath or not.
• You should see an improvement in the way your child’s skin looks within 2 days, depending on the severity of their eczema condition.

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Other Coconut Oil Benefits

• Coconut oil can be used as a natural treatment for cradle cap. All you need to do is massage the oil into your baby’s scalp and leave in for about 20 minutes. The coconut oil will act as a moisturiser and will loosen the cradle cap flakes while nourishing the scalp. After twenty minutes, rinse the coconut oil off and use a soft brush to gently comb the hair and remove any loose flakes. Check out our article on cradle cap for more information.
• Furthermore, the Medium Chain Fatty Acids in coconut oil are believed to help with the body’s absorption of vitamins and minerals from other foods.
• Coconut oil can effectively get rid of dandruff when rubbed into the scalp a couple times a week. It does make hair oily, of course, but I recommend massaging into the scalp before bed and leaving in overnight before rinsing out in the morning. It also helps strengthen hair and add shine.
• Healing: When applied on scrapes and cuts, coconut oil forms a thin, chemical layer which protects the wound from outside dust, bacteria and virus. Coconut oil speeds up the healing process of bruises by repairing damaged tissues.
• Coconut oil shows promise in treating atopic dermatitis, a dry skin condition that leaves the skin vulnerable to Staphylococcus aureus infections. The study compared the use of virgin coconut oil and virgin olive oil in eradicating staph infections and alleviating dermatitis.

Make sure you choose extra virgin coconut oil because this means it is as pure as possible.  Many people have reported using coconut oil as a treatment to cure or heal their eczema or even their baby’s eczema. Choosing organic coconut oil will further protect your baby from chemicals.