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Coconut oil is one of the most versatile oils used in cosmetics. In the cosmetic industry coconut oil has a very special status. Precisely because of its antibacterial effect and its anti-inflammatory ingredients, it is also often used for skin disorders. It not only relieves itchy skin, but also helps against acne, wrinkles and age spots. Curious to know more? We have found out everything worth knowing about coconut oil for you. Coconut Oil Against Wrinkles The fact that our skin is not as tight as it used to be at a certain age as it used to be is a natural process. The main reason is that the so-called dermis with time. A very simple way to slow down the natural ageing process is coconut oil. It contains a lot of vitamins and minerals, like magnesium, calcium or vitamin E, which our skin desperately needs to stay youthful and elastic. Particularly important for the skin is the lauric acid contained in coconut oil, which strengthens the immune system, stimulates the metabolism and also has an antibacterial effect. Our Tip: Our NAVi Anti-Pollution Hydro-Day Cream combines all sorts of benefits from the coconut oil - and also protects the skin from harmful UV radiation and other dirt and smog in the air. Coconut oil has the best anti-wrinkle effect when it is regularly applied to the cleansed face at bedtime and can work overnight. Acne? Coconut Oil Can Help! Coconut oil not only helps with unwanted wrinkles, but is also a natural alternative for acne problems. The same lauric acid that is effective against wrinkles also has an effect on acne: it is both antibacterial and moisturizing, killing pimple-causing bacteria while at the same time not drying out the skin. A particularly interesting side effect of using coconut oil against pimples and acne is the fact that it supports wound healing - thus reducing the risk of unsightly scars sometimes left by pimples. However, you should make sure that the coconut oil used is cold pressed and comes from organic farming. If you use the oil for food or the body, it is always advisable to pay attention to the quality, because of course, the ingredients are of a higher quality. Prevent Age Spots with Coconut Oil From a certain age you have to live with them: the age spots. These are basically nothing but harmless pigmentation disorders, which are not perceived visually as beautiful. They are a sign that our skin has been damaged by free radicals - for example, this can easily happen through sunburn. With the regular use of coconut oil, however, you can counteract such pigmentation marks - after a while, they fade and even visibly smaller. Of course, you can also use coconut oil to prevent the skin from free radical damage. It has a natural sun protection factor and can thus ward off harmful radiation from the body. It is therefore suitable both as a precaution against age spots as well as for their treatment.Our Tip: Our NAVI Revitalizing Hydro-Night Cream also effectively helps against pigmentation disorders and even rejuvenates the skin. In addition, just like coconut oil, it helps scars to fade, and it makes your skin firmer and more elastic.