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Coconut Oil for Acne

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Jessica (Statesboro, Georgia) on 01/29/2014:
5 out of 5 stars

I have been plagued with terrible skin since I was a teenager and I only recently (within the last year and a half) began washing my face with a coconut oil scrub. I also moisturize with coconut oil that stays in liquid form even if you refrigerate it. I can't even remember the last time my skin broke out. It's such a relief and so much better than any other medicinal product I've ever tried, which usually only irritated my sensitive skin and made my problems worse. I've also tried olive oil, but the coconut oil really seems to work much better, and it smells great.

Mike (Madison, Ms) on 07/06/2013:
5 out of 5 stars

At about 44 I started getting persistant acne on my forehead. Although I have a pretty good natural and organic food diet this became a problem for me. I tried many things including apple cider vinegar ingested and applied topically.

What seems to have made a dramatic difference is coconut oil taken orally. I came upon this purely by accident as I began adding a tablespoon of cocnut oil to my morning coffee each day just because I wanted to get the other health benefits of cococnut oil in my diet. After a couple of weeks of doing this I noticed that the acne had cleared quite considerably. That was the only dietary change that I can recall making so I am assuming it has helped. I would say it has given me about 75% improvement in the facial acne.

Coconut oil in my coffee also has given me a great boost and feeling of wellness in the morning. It seems to be a simple change with great benefits and I like the taste as well.

Kat (Ashland, Or) on 06/06/2012:
5 out of 5 stars

I have been suffering from a severe round of cystic acne caused by a hormonal IUD. I was preparing to start taking antibiotics and have cortisone injections in my face, but decided to try something natural first. After much trial and error, I have found the perfect regimen for my skin. I made a kind of salve using coconut oil, teatree oil and epsom salt. Using a double boiler, I brought about 6tbsp coconut oil to an almost boil, I added about 4 drops of teatree oil, a few tablespoons boiling water then just poured the epsom salts until about half of the liquid was absorbed. I use this as a cleanser, and it works like magic to exfoliate and to remove makeup and dirt from my skin. Then I put a thin layer over my face and go to sleep. If I do get a pimple (which has become rare) I dissolve some extra epsom salts in hot water and pat it over the area. It is also very important to drink lots of water and to remember that problem skin is not your fault!

Cb (S, Sc) on 11/07/2011:
5 out of 5 stars

I have started using Coconut oil for acne and I have always had OILY skin.... I was very reluctant to try it but had several (non-acne) spots I wanted to see what the coconut oil would do for my skin after looking up effects of coconut oil. I slowly expanded the areas I treated with coconut oil and eventually (after about a week) I was using it on my entire face after I washed it. I now use it every morning and night after I wash my face and I have NOT had any acne since I started using it. I did have several areas that seemed to be like clogged pores around my nose but they never got real red like before I used coconut oil taking at least 7-10 days to get rid of instead I was able to squeeze the stuff out of the pores very easily (not to mention I was quite surprised). I'm sure not everyone will have the same experience but I'm quite pleased and will continue to use it on my skin as long as I can get it.

Drew (Reno, Nevada) on 08/29/2011:
5 out of 5 stars

I always had acne problems scince high school but, after following a routine and keeping m face clean I haven't scene a pimple sense.

First I started my morning with washing my face with just a plain non-foaming hand soap. Later in the afternoon I would Wash my face with just plain water. Finally at night I would put some coconut W/ Aloe lotion and just go to sleep. Thats It! I was so excited when I first saw results!

Caitlin (Austin, Tx) on 12/05/2010:
5 out of 5 stars

I had back acne with dark spots. After using coconut oil (having my husband rub it into my back most nights), in 3 months, my back became totally clear of all blemishes.. Coconut oil is also clearing dark spots & long-term acne scars on my face and legs. Takes a good year but, it does work. For example: I've had a keloid scar on my leg from a deep gash I got while climbing a fence when I was a 13 year old tomboy. I'm 50ish now and with continued use of coconut oil, the keloid scar has flatened, lightened, and is barely noticeable. In fact, most of the scars on my legs are disappearing. My husband said my skin is getting flawless. My face is not quite there yet because I have not totally eliminated my worst allergy/candida foods: milk, wheat, & sugar. These products ravage my skin. But... Work is in progress. (:

Tasha (East Coast, Usa) on 09/23/2010:
5 out of 5 stars

I have suffered from acne for over 18 years, I'm 31 now and am dealing with the worst of it in the last few years. Mine is cystic so it is painful regardless of the size and it scars. I have found what works for me. I cleanse my face morning and night with aveeno scrubbing clothes and then at night apply a very THIN layer of virgin coconut oil with a single drop of Tea Tree Oil. Once a week I will swab my face with Apple Cider Vinegar right before applying the VCO. My skin is glowing, clear and by morning my pores are small and my face is smooth and supple. I also drink ACV every 3 to 4 days in blueberry/pom juice, but I doubt I owe it the benefit.

Sheila (London, England) on 05/23/2010:
0 out of 5 stars

I would like to know from any body if bad skin breakouts is normal when using coconut oil.I started using coconut oil & for the first week my skin was great. But the next week my skin just flared up so bad, spots everywhere even on places that I never had spots before. So for fear I stopped. If I continue will it get better? If so how long must I use it to see a result or how long does the flare ups last? I would like to continue if there is light at the end of my dark tunnel. Thanks

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Jessica (Oshkosh, Wi Usa) on 05/11/2010:
5 out of 5 stars

I have suffered from extreme acne for over four years. I am very anti-medication and always look for alternative medicine (ie. natural oils, silver water, ect). I finally was fed up enough that I made an appointment to see a dermatologist. My body was covered in huge, painful pimples. Mostly my back and some on my face. It was by word of mouth, from a friend equally as commited to alternative medicine, that I heard about Coconut Oil. I saw immediate results. Some go through a detox stage, as I did from taking internally, but saw clearing of my back acne within 24 hours of topical use. AMAZING!!! It also got rid of my candida (an over production of yeast in the digestive system that makes you extremely bloated after meals) - This stuff is a God-Sent!

Adele (New York, New York) on 12/03/2008:
5 out of 5 stars

I had acne for over 15 years and tried everything from alcohol witch hazel, neutrogena,and even a doctor had prescribed glycolic acid, all of which worked slightly but then stopped. I had dermatologists suggest using dial soap to kill bacteria but what was I to moisturize with. I think within those 15 years I have spent about $1200-$3000 in skin/acne wash and moisturizers.

The simplest solution for me, only realized after hyperpigmentation and awful bumps in centralied areas:

1. daily jog/use trampoline and drink green smoothie (kale, apple, carrot) in the mornings
2. wash face with Dr Bronners peppermint soap
3. moisturize with COCONUT OIL.

That's it!! and this works regardless of stage in life (puberty, older age)...very simple and effective.

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