Tired of those razor bumps that pop up no matter what razor you use or how much you prep your skin before hand? Coconut oil can change up your skincare routine. Dr. Alain Michon, medical director at the Ottawa Skin Clinic, explained the benefits of coconut oil, which promotes healthy skin and leaves it feeling smooth. "Coconut oil is a natural moisturizing oil that gives the skin a smooth and slippery shaving surface with various beneficial effects on the body. Other than hydrating the skin, coconut oil can act as an antibacterial protectant and function as an antioxidant easing the inflammation caused by razor burns," he explained. Not only does coconut oil combat dry skin, it will also protect your skin from developing those annoying bumps or becoming inflamed.

If you're still debating whether you should throw your old shaving cream away, adding a tiny bit of coconut oil to your normal routine can make a difference.