How to Use coconut oil in a Sentence

coconut oil

noun
  • Spray or rub coconut oil on the lamb and dip each lollipop into the spice mix.
    Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Aug. 2023
  • The base of this shampoo bar is coconut oil, which might be too heavy for guys with fine hair.
    Cristina Montemayor, Men's Health, 7 Aug. 2023
  • In a medium pot, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.
    Blaine Callahan, Hartford Courant, 30 Jan. 2023
  • Stir in the palm or coconut oil, taste, and season with more salt, if needed.
    Joe Yonan, Washington Post, 18 Dec. 2022
  • The donuts are then fried in organic, fair trade coconut oil.
    Meimei Fox, Forbes, 16 Aug. 2022
  • Heat the coconut oil in a medium Dutch oven over medium heat.
    Bonnie S. Benwick, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • When combined with coconut oil, the amino acids in the Amino Acid Shampoo act as a cleansing agent.
    Nykia Spradley, Allure, 15 July 2022
  • In a medium saucepan, warm the coconut milk and coconut oil over low heat until the temp reaches 110°F.
    Men's Health, 25 Oct. 2022
  • The cannabinoids are then mixed with a carrier oil like coconut oil or olive oil.
    Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 1 Dec. 2022
  • It is also made with hyaluronic acid to help lock in moisture and coconut oil to smooth out strands.
    Harper's Bazaar Staff, Harper's BAZAAR, 22 Sep. 2022
  • Made with coconut oil, these macaron soaps are great for hand or body washing.
    Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 28 Feb. 2023
  • This cocktail of coconut oil, shea butter, and olive oil will make the toughest knots and tangles slip apart with ease.
    Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 14 Oct. 2022
  • The vanilla scent is subtle and won't yield a headache, but keep this stored in a cool area as coconut wax (like coconut oil) is prone to melting.
    Michelle Rostamian, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Nov. 2023
  • For extra oomph and to nourish the skin, the body wash contains avocado oil, and coconut oil.
    Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 9 June 2022
  • Add maple syrup, coconut oil, grape-seed oil and salt, stirring together with your hands.
    People Staff, PEOPLE.com, 30 July 2022
  • The product is a formulated blend of açaí oil, coconut oil, and cupuaçu butter.
    Jaimie Potters, ELLE, 11 July 2023
  • But the reliance on coconut oil in these cheese alternatives is killing me.
    Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 28 July 2023
  • In a medium microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips, cookie butter and coconut oil on HIGH for 1 minute.
    Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 28 Aug. 2022
  • Her two favorite cocktails: smoothing serum plus mousse for curls, or coconut oil plus styling gel made for curly hair.
    Jessica Teich, Good Housekeeping, 5 Aug. 2022
  • These products have a potato starch and coconut oil base, and no nuts are involved in their production.
    Jais Tollette, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2022
  • Using a blend of shea butter, coconut oil and cocoa butter, this cream is like a drink of water for parched strands.
    Tatjana Freund, Good Housekeeping, 12 July 2023
  • Add a few drops into the palm of your hand and mix with a carrier oil like jojoba, rosehip, or coconut oil.
    Cristina Montemayor, Men's Health, 18 Aug. 2023
  • Charcoal helps to soak up oil and dirt while ingredients like coconut oil and aloe help to keep the area soothed and moisturized to cut down on itch.
    Garrett Munce, Men's Health, 3 Oct. 2022
  • Some of these products do contain coconut oil or sulfates.
    Dallas News, 18 Jan. 2023
  • For the fat, try ghee, coconut oil, avocado oil, or any other cooking fat that has a medium to high smoke point.
    Jessica Harlan, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2023
  • It's naturally sweetened with maple syrup and packs healthy fat from coconut oil.
    Women's Health, 11 July 2023
  • In a large skillet or wok over medium heat, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
    Pat Tanumihardja, Washington Post, 1 Feb. 2023
  • Depending on the type, coconut oil is made by pressing fresh coconut meat or dried coconut meat.
    Valerie Agyeman, Good Housekeeping, 17 Aug. 2022
  • How to use coconut oil for hair There’s no one-size-fits-all way to use coconut oil for your hair, as there are many different approaches.
    Iman Balagam, ELLE, 31 Aug. 2023
  • Zeng notes that any old coconut oil or avocado oil can also be used.
    Kara McGrath, Allure, 20 Sep. 2022

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