We’ve been raving about the many benefits of applying coconut oil for hair and skin for a while now but eating raw coconut is good for your skin too. Eating coconut daily can get boring though. So, let’s make it healthier and exciting with these 3 delicious coconut smoothies that will give you beautiful skin in no time.
Coconut and turmeric smoothie
It might not sound appetising but trust us, ladies, this smoothie is delicious and packed with nutrients. Turmeric contains anti-ageing curcumin which protects your skin from ageing by preventing free radicles from damaging your skin. The vitamin E in coconut keeps your skin healthy and maintains its elasticity. You can also add in some banana and pineapple for extra flavour. Banana also fights wrinkles and prevents fine lines.
How to:
Take 1 cup coconut milk, 1/2 cup diced pineapple and banana each and 1 teaspoon ground turmeric. Blend until smooth and you will have a delicious smoothie which also prevents your skin from ageing.
Coconut water and kiwi smoothie
Do you have dry skin and want to treat it from the inside? We have just the thing for you. This coconut water and kiwi smoothie is full of nutrients that will give you healthy, glowing skin. Coconut water is a great hydrating agent, so you will get nourished skin from within. Kiwi is rich in collagen which prevents your skin from getting dry and keeps it soft and supple.
How to:
Blend 1 cup coconut water with 1 cup kiwi and ½ cup sliced bananas. This delectable smoothie will nourish your dry skin.
Green coconut smoothie
We know that smoothies are great for health and skin. So, if clear, acne-free skin is your goal, we suggest you include this smoothie in your breakfast. Why, you ask? Because this smoothie is packed with green ingredients like spinach which helps flush out the toxins from your body. Cucumber has a calming effect on your skin which helps soothe inflammations. Coconut contains antibacterial properties that fight acne producing bacteria giving you clear skin.
How to:
Mix 2 cups spinach, ½ cucumber, ¼ cup coconut flakes and 1 tablespoon coconut oil. Grind to a paste. This green smoothie filled with coconutty goodness is exactly what you need for acne-free skin.
Include any one of these smoothies in your breakfast for glowing skin.
Written by Disha Sampat on Sep 26, 2018