As with most tropical countries, coconut oil is very popular in Sri Lanka as well. Apart from it’s dietary goodness, it also makes a wonderful massage oil. We use it as the base for all of our massages unless requested otherwise by the client (which is very rare – coconut oil is awesome, so why would they want to reject it?)

Studies on individuals with dry skin show that coconut oil can improve the moisture and lipid content of the skin, and that it is as effective and safe as mineral oil when used as a moisturizer. Coconut oil can also be very protective against hair damage and scientific studies have shown its effectiveness as sunscreen, blocking about 20% of the sun’s ultraviolet rays.

Coconut oil is a very light oil that is easily absorbed into the skin. In fact, it is absorbed so quickly that some massage therapists mix it two-to-one with olive oil to make it thicker. This property means it gets to work faster spreading its wealth of healing powers.

Coconut oil’s lauric acid kills any stray fungi, bacteria or viruses hanging out on your skin waiting to make you ill. In fact, if you have any open sores, it helps them to heal faster. Studies show that coconut oil kills pathogens that cause influenza, measles, herpes, ulcers, UTI’s, pneumonia, candidiasis, ringworm and athlete’s foot.

Coconut oil contains vitamin E, which is known as the skin vitamin. It helps moisturize, revitalize, heal and protect your skin. It is all natural, unlike mineral oil, but moisturizes just as well. It is beneficial for treating skin problems such as eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis.

An added bonus to a coconut oil massage is that is does not stain your clothes. If any of the oil gets onto your clothing, it washes out very easily, unlike other oils. Plus, it smells great. Get a coconut oil massage from Krishna, and feel the magic yourself.