Tropical Traditions Virgin Coconut Oil Hair Treatment {Review}

I have mentioned before that I love all natural hair treatments...So natural, in fact, that I use the no-poo method for cleaning my hair (which I love, btw)...I also use apple cider vinegar for a conditioning rinse and if needed I love a smidge of shea butter...and my new personal favorite...

I have reviewed Tropical Tradtions products in the past and was delighted to be able to try this product. It did not disappoint! My hair is happy!!

Tropical Traditions Gold Label Standard Virgin Coconut Oil Hair Treament is fabulous!!

This coconut oil was specifically created to be used as a hair treament, in fact, it has a good deal of protein in it and is super nice on the hair. I, for one, tend to have dry hair and this has been so helpful!

My favorite way to use this is to put a touch of it in the palms of my hands, rub my hands together and then apply it to my hair after I get out of the shower. It makes my hair so smooth, and helps tame my (by nature wild) mane.

I have noticed an increase in the amount of shine in my hair since using this product. Yay! That is something that is somewhat difficult for me to obtain, so I am thankful!

I also have reaped the benefits from smothering my hair in it, wrapping it up for about 30 minutes, and then washing it out. Lovely softness!

Plus, I love the coconutty smell...like a day at the beach. (Well, thankfully since we live at the beach for the next three months this happens often, but you know what I mean).

Oh...and another thing that I love about this product is that a little goes along way. Really, one bottle would last for quite awhile, which makes me smile!

So...I totally recommend this product! 

This is just one way that I incorporate natural products as a way of "beautifying" myself. I am so happy not to be smothering myself in chemicals..I've been there, done that..and I prefer it more natural. See this post I did not too long ago on just how many chemicals lurk in unsuspecting products..

Have you ever used coconut oil in your hair? What are your favorite ways to use it in your hair?

Have a fabulous, coconutty day!

Better get a move on...much to do and so little time to do it.

-kelly

Please note that Tropical Traditions provided me with this product to try and review, but I was under zero obligation to write a favorable review. The thoughts expressed within this review are my thoughts, and mine alone...naturally, I would have it no other way. 

Beauty can Bite

I came across this earlier today and thought it was important to share...

I, for one, never use to spend much time thinking about what I put on my skin. I thought, "hey, it's got to be safe, otherwise the makers of the make-up, lotions, etc couldn't sell it." WRONG! This couldn't be further from the truth. 

One day, can't remember the exact day...sorry. ;-) I learned about the dangers lurking in those "harmless products." 

When I discovered a toxic ingredient in a product and then proceeded to research more on that particular ingredient I was shocked..uh, gross!! This was the case for any toxin I just happened to come across..each one was eye opening.

Oh, how I wish I had been educated on this sooner. But, alas...since I can't go back and I can only look forward and choose to make better choices.. that is what I will do.

The skin is the body's largest organ, did you know that? I didn't know that for the longest time. Makes sense that what we put on our skin should be just as important as what we eat, as what we put on the outside will eventually be absorbed into our bodies through our pores and into our bloodstream and cells...

Oh...just the thought of all of the sunless tanner I used to cover my fair and freckly skin with turns my stomach. (not even mentioning the make-up,etc) Live and learn...I have learned.

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I am learning day by day new things...things I did not know about years ago. It is interesting to see how much I have changed as the years go by.  I am trying to rid my system of toxins that I have bombarded my system with throughout the years...in doing so I have done some changing of my ways when it comes to make-up and  products I use on my skin. 

My rule is pretty simple..and I try to live by this as much as I can (though I am not perfect): don't put it on my skin unless I'd want to eat it, too.

Here is a site I have found to be pretty helpful in taking a closer look at cosmetics and such: cosmetics database

So...what do I currently use?

Here are somethings I like to use on my skin and hair...

Make-up: Currently in the process of switching from Bare Minerals (as it isn't as healthy as I once thought). So, I'm still in research mode for the mineral make-up scene. Anyone use any mineral make-up that they love and would be interested in recommending to me? 

Now...granted I wouldn't want to "eat" mineral make-up, but I think you get my drift. ;-)

Lotions: raw, unrefined shea butter as well, as yep you guessed it...extra virgin coconut oil. 

Shampoo/conditioning rinse: Baking Soda and Apple Cider Vinegar (I love the no-poo method). It works beautifully and my hair is very clean...and talk about inexpensive!!

Leave- in hair conditioners: (used when needed) raw unrefined shea butter, extra virgin coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil.

Facial Masks: something I am currently experimenting with. Will update this when I find something I really like.

Anyone else have any natural body care products you like? Any homemade natural body care recipes you'd like to share? I'd be so thankful. ;-)

Have a naturally beautiful day everyone!

-kelly

P.S. Stay tuned...I have some fun giveaways in store for you all. ;-)

Product Review: Tropics Best Organic Virgin Coconut Oil

Hello all! Wow, it seems like ages since I've blogged. Well, let's just say that I could make up tons of excuses as to why my posts are few and far between these days...but, would you really want to hear "read" it? I'll just say busy busy are my days. When things slow down (which they will) I will post more. So, meanwhile....please be patient with me. ;-)

So, I happily received a jar of virgin coconut oil to test and review from the kind people over at Tropics Best.

Oh, I love coconut oil!

This is some yummy coconut oil! I would recommend this coconut oil to all coconut oil lovers and to coconut lovers, in general. This truly is full of coco-nutty flavor, which scores big in my book!

As someone who loves to try out new coconut oil brands, as I am on the hunt for the "best", I was very pleased and came to the conclusion after using this coconut oil that this jar makes me happy (well, the stuff inside the jar). It did not disappoint! Fresh and yummy!

Well, I better go...I realize this is yet another short post..I beg for your patience. ;-)
Have a lovely evening! Continue to stay tuned for fun things to come on this blog. Really, I'm serious. For starters..I've got a CSN gift card giveaway coming up.You won't want to miss out on that one. Trust me!

*Tropics Best supplied me with a jar of coconut oil to review on my blog. All of the opinions posted within the post were mine and mine alone. I simply share my honest opinions to those who will listen.

Ooh La La: Coconut Love

Hi All! I hope you all are having a fabulous day! Oh happy day here in the home of coconut land ;-) ! I just got a jar of some coconut oil from Tropical Traditions. It is indeed a happy day!

Let me explain...I am a coconut lover. They are simply amazing things,those coconuts. I don't just devour them, I multi-use them. Smoothies, coconut water, coconut oil, coconut butter, coconut milk...you name it. If it is coconut related I am usually on board.

So, what do I mean when I say "I multi-use" coconuts? Well, I moisturize with coconut oil, too. It is my skin moisture-quencher of choice. Not just because it makes me think I am on some tropical island somewhere warm and sunny..it's also because I find it to be a healthier alternative to lotions and the such on my skin.  Years ago I was not concerned about what I put on my skin (with the exception of  during my pregnancies). This included makeup and lotions. After doing a great deal of research I discovered all of the nasties in commercial products and have chosen to ban them from my daily skin regimen. I'm so happy I did. Then I discovered coconut oil...the rest is history!

So, now I keep a small jar of coconut oil in my bathroom for my hair as well as my skin. Coconut oil is absolutely fabulous!! Softens so sweetly!!

Next in line to try: coconut flour. I've come across so many yummy-sounding recipes around the blog world that I must try it..I have a feeling that coconut flour will become a favorite as coconuts have such a great track record with me. Yes yes...thus the Twitter name: 'coconutkelly'.

Okay...so back to my mail goodie!! The virgin coconut oil I received from Tropical Traditions is super tasty, in fact, it is my favorite coconut oil to date. Bursting with coconut flavor...much more so than others I have tried. I give this virgin oil a thumbs up! The size, too, is a perfect amount as I use coconut oil frequently. And for the price you get a lot of bang for your buck!

Looking for some recipes for coconut? I was so excited to find this resource for coconutty recipes: COCONUT RECIPES



Disclaimer: Tropical Traditions provided me with a free sample of this product to review, and I was under no obligation to review it if I so chose.  Nor was I under any obligation to write a positive review in return for the free product.


Also...Thanks to Lindsay over at the Cotter Crunch blog and Tropical Traditions I have just tried for the first time some Tropical Traditions awesome coconut peanut butter! Wow! This stuff is amazing! I absolutely love peanut butter and coconuts. My taste buds danced when I tried this fabulous combination. Smooth and creamy. I can only imagine how wonderful it will be when I bake and top things with it. Seriously, I was so excited to have this in my possession that I just whipped out a spoon and enjoyed the creamy goodness straight from the jar. Yu-umm-y! Oh, do I have plans for this jar of yumminess. This jar won't last long as my ideas are flooding my mind as I type! Baking, smothered on toast...hmmm, where would I stop? ;-)

More coconutty news: I love coconuts so much that I have now changed the name of my blog to reflect that..so, now my blog name is now 'Coconuts and Freckles'. I am sure by now that you notice I am sooo indecisive with the name of the blog. Hahaha! I can be so exhausting, huh? That's what my husband thinks, too. ;-)  I'm sticking with this name, though..In fact, I asked my son and he said he liked the new name better. So, here we go...hold on tight! He was excited that his opinion mattered so much. It does!!

So, what do you think of coconut oil? What brands do you use? Also, have you tried coconut peanut butter yet? 

For those of you who are attending the Healthy Living Summit this weekend...I hope you all have a great time. Wish I could go,too! I am striving for next year!!