The Healing effect of a hairy nut

The use of steroids for immunosuppression and long-term topical application lowers the collagen percentage, causing atrophy of the skin. Thus, naturally derived plant products are emerging as a novel alternative to combat certain diseases produced by free radicals either in humans, food and cosmetics.

A DUAL ROLE: DISINFECTION AND PROTECTION

Clinical studies have revealed that virgin coconut oil – and, at Leon Luxury, we only used organic cold pressed virgin coconut oil – improves the symptoms of skin disorders by moisturising and soothing the skin (Varma et al., 2019, Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine).

It displays several biological activities like anticancer, antimicrobial, analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory properties, and its emollient effect has been successfully demonstrated in patients suffering from atopic dermatitis.

The anti-inflammatory activity of virgin coconut oil, suppressing inflammatory markers and protecting the skin by enhancing the skin barrier function, has already been scientifically proven.

Virgin coconut oil demonstrated significant anti-inflammatory activity by reducing pro-inflammatory markers and improving skin barrier function, making it effective in managing conditions like atopic dermatitis.

— Varma et al., 2019, Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine

THE MIRACLE OF FATTY ACIDS IN SKIN HEALING

Coconut is a tropical fruit that is used worldwide for its water, milk, oil, and flesh. The coconut oil mainly consists of long fatty acids such as lauric acid, caprylic acid, oleic acid, stearic acid, and capric acid, and it can be utilised in biomedical applications due to its antibacterial, antifungal, and biocompatible properties (Mohamadi et al., 2022, Biomaterial Advances).

THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING

In addition to its moisturising and antibacterial properties, virgin coconut oil is the gift that keeps on giving:

• It can be used as make up remover, leaving the skin soft, supple, cleansed and moisturised
• Even on its own, it can be used as a highly effective lip balm, especially in very cold weather
• For those who wax themselves, the coconut oil is an immediate soother, moisturisers and anti-irritant
• The caprylic acid found in coconut oil eliminates the bacteria that cause candidiasis
• It is very potent for the natural treatment of dermatitis, psoriasis and eczema

Everyday, nature teaches something new. Perhaps its most important lesson is that, sometimes, less is more and going back to nature may help our skin conditions much more than we think. Nature is sheer luxury and this is why we always thank our customers by wishing them to “enjoy the luxury of nature!”