Those with curly hair know the energy and effort wash day requires.

Coconut oil could be a new, game-changing addition to your routine.

Coconut oil benefits

Coconut oil is popular for its ability to moisturize hair.

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This creates lasting moisture and can even help heal protein loss.

People with dry hair can especially benefit from coconut oil.

Additionally, coconut oil is great for preventing frizz and detangling curls.

Coconuts and coconut oil

When you use coconut oil regularly, you improve your hair’s overall health, including your scalp.

Its high saturated fat content enables it to soothe irritation in the scalp.

Coconut oil coats, serving as a natural barrier to protect your hair and scalp from bacteria.

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As for the hair itself, coconut oil can add shine and soften it.

Not all coconut oils are the same.

You have organic and nonorganic, and refined and unrefined selections.

When choosing one, always go for the organic and unrefined option.

The unrefined version is safe and full of nutrients that will help your hair.

One way to get the most benefits is to do so overnight.

Massage melted coconut oil into your scalp before applying it in sections to the rest of your hair.

Wrap your hair up using a towel or bonnet.

The next day, you might add shampoo and wash it out before continuing with your normal hair routine.

This method prevents the shampoo from stripping the hair of moisture and instead locks it in.

you’re free to also use coconut oil to enhance your curls' shine.

you could use either your fingers or a wide-toothed comb to detangle the curls from ends to roots.