8 Beauty Finds For Hydrated Hair and Skin [Video]

Three syllables, one must-have superfood: coconut. On first thought, the fruit pairs well with various spirits for the perfect cocktail — pina colada, anyone? On the flip side, the sweet-meets-nutty taste can elevate any recipe, making it a staple in Caribbean cuisine. However, as a beauty maven, I find myself smitten with the superfood due to its health and beauty benefits — from its antibacterial to antimicrobial properties. So, if you’re a fellow coconut lover, you likely know that June 26 marks the celebration of National Coconut Day!

There’s a reason why coconut oil, aka cocos nucifera oil, is easily found in various beauty products. Aside from its invigorating scent, dermatologists and trichologists agree that coconut oil promotes healthy-looking hair and skin with every use. And National Coconut Day is the perfect time to shine a light on the superfoods’ benefits.

“Coconut oil has amazing benefits for hair and skin, trichologist and hairstylist Kimberlee Blakely …