Gluten Free Cosmetics

Living life with Celiac disease or gluten allergy could be quite challenging to people who suffer from either sensitivity.  First there are restrictions to diet which entail avoiding or limiting the intake of gluten rich foods such as wheat, rye, oats and barley.  Then there is the search for cosmetics which are gluten free.

Gluten is used in cosmetics and personal care products in order to bind the ingredients together and is used as an emollient in the form of gluten derived oils.  Most cosmetic manufacturers would say that the amount of gluten is so minuscule to become a health risk factor, to a person who suffers from the disease or allergy, a little can cause a lot of discomfort.

People who have celiac disease or gluten allergy live in a gluten free world.  They chose cosmetics which have not been derived from materials which contain gluten.

There are actually a lot of cosmetics which do not contain gluten.  There are gluten free lipsticks, moisturizers, lotions, hair spray, shampoo and a host of other personal care products.

People who have celiac disease or gluten allergy should choose products which are gluten free especially those applied close to their lips and above their chin.  Even though absorption of gluten through cosmetics and personal care products may be minimal, it would be better to avoid these altogether as our skin is our biggest organ.

There are also a lot of gluten free resources available on the internet.  The FDA has yet to approve mandatory labeling of cosmetic products as gluten free.  So before trying on or buying a product, consult the internet resource pages and websites on gluten free cosmetics.

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Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is dubbed as the healthiest oil on Earth due to its many health benefits including hair care and skin care. It also aids in weight loss and proper digestion. This tropical oil has many applications under its belt such as antimicrobial, antioxidant, antifungal and antibacterial. Coconut oil showed such great potential in curing HIV and cancer, two of the most baffling diseases to hit mankind.

Coconut oil has lesser calories than any other oil in the market today and its fat content is easily converted to energy thus eliminating the possibility of fat residue clogging the heart and arteries. It also boosts energy and endurance among athletes.

These oils are derived from fresh coconuts found in tropical areas around the globe and they are used as alternative remedy to many health concerns. For hair care, coconut oil is topically applied to the scalp and hair giving it a lustrous glow after washing. It will also help eliminate dandruff and lice while encouraging hair regrowth.

Coconut oil is very soothing hence a good stress reliever used for massages. It is also an effective moisturizer for all skin types due to its moisturizing effect and can also be used in treating skin problems such as psoriasis, eczema and other skin infections.

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