5. It’s an On-The-Go Lip Balm
Coconut oil seems to be a great skin softener. It can be applied all over the body, lips included. Coconut oil is a wonderful lip balm substitute that smells nice and is absolutely healthy. Apply a drop of oil on the lips and enjoy soft and well hydrated lips.

What are the dangers?
We have discussed and mentioned all the advantages of coconut oil. Now let us see if there are disadvantages in this product. Can this product do harm or is it absolutely safe to use?

Saturated Fats
Coconut oil is, in fact, a saturated fat. It can be compared to margarine or butter. As we know, saturated fats are liquid when heated and turn solid at lower temperature. Saturated fats increase cholesterol, which means that people who consume saturated fats have a higher risk of heart disease. Nevertheless, there is one difference that makes coconut oil a relatively healthy kind of saturated fat – it is composed of medium-chain triglycerides while other saturated fats are made of long-chain triglycerides. As a result, they are digested by our bodies differently. Experts say that the nutritional value of coconut oil is not proven. The fact is that just like all other types of oils and fats, coconut oil is also high in calories anyways. Do not follow the craze and refrain from making coconut oil a central part of your diet until there is more research has been carried out.