I Used Coconut Oil on My Face for 7 Days — I Wasn’t Ready for the Results

Last updated on: February 2, 2026

If you spend even a little time on beauty TikTok or Pinterest, you’ve probably seen coconut oil pop up at least once. Some women swear it’s a miracle for glowing skin. Others say it clogged their pores for weeks. With all that noise, I wanted to know the truth myself.

So I decided to try something simple: put coconut oil on my face for 7 days straight and see what happened. I went into this challenge feeling curious, a little nervous, and honestly not sure if I was about to bless my skin… or destroy it.

Here’s exactly what happened when I replaced my regular nighttime moisturizer with coconut oil for one full week.

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Before I Started: My Skin Type

Before you judge my results, you should know what my skin is like. My skin is normal to dry, especially around my cheeks and jawline. I get the occasional stress breakout, but nothing too dramatic. I do have a bit of uneven texture and some fine lines that show up when I’m tired.

So this experiment made sense for me — dry skin usually loves thick, hydrating ingredients. But I still wasn’t sure. Coconut oil is famous for being heavy, and I didn’t want a face full of clogged pores.

How I Did the 7-Day Coconut Oil Challenge

I kept things very simple:

Used organic, cold-pressed virgin coconut oil
Applied it only at night
Used a pea-size amount
Rubbed it between my hands to warm it up
Pressed it into damp skin after cleansing
Avoided the eye area
Used no other moisturizer on top

That’s it. Now here’s what each day felt like.

Day 1 — Soft, But Oily

The moment I put it on, I felt like a literal buttered biscuit. Coconut oil feels thick, warm, and heavy — not in a bad way, but definitely different from my usual lightweight cream.

My skin looked shiny, almost too shiny, but it felt super soft. I went to bed hoping I wouldn’t wake up with clogged pores.

Day 2 — The Glow Shows Up

The next morning, I noticed something surprising: my skin looked glowier than usual. Not greasy, just… healthy-looking.

That said, I also felt a little oily around my nose. Nothing dramatic, but I noticed it. I kept going.

Day 3 — A Small Breakout Appears

This morning was a mix of good and bad. My cheeks looked smooth and hydrated, but I spotted a tiny breakout on my chin. It wasn’t painful, just a small bump, but I definitely blamed the coconut oil.

Still, most of my face looked good — fresh, bright, and plump. I decided to push through.

Day 4 — Texture Starts Improving

This was the first day I actually got excited. My skin texture looked more even. My makeup applied smoother. My cheeks looked soft and almost airbrushed.

The breakout from yesterday calmed down, and nothing new popped up. I was starting to feel brave.

Day 5 — The Glow Is Real

Today my skin had that “just had a facial” glow. I couldn’t stop touching it, and yes, I know touching your face is a bad habit.

My dry patches? Completely gone.

My skin tone? More even.

Did I look slightly oily by nighttime? Yes. But the good was outweighing the weird shiny moments.

Day 6 — No More Flakiness

I usually get little flakes around my nose when the weather changes, but today there was none of that. The dryness I’d had for weeks was gone.

My skin looked plump and hydrated, almost like I had been drinking more water (I wasn’t, so it had to be the coconut oil).

I did get one more small bump near my jawline, but it wasn’t inflamed or red. Just a tiny clogged pore.

Day 7 — The Final Results Shocked Me

The final morning honestly surprised me. I didn’t expect much from such a simple ingredient, but here’s what I found:

My skin was softer than it had been in months
My dry patches were completely gone
My skin looked healthy, bright, and smooth
My texture improved more than with some expensive products
I had a natural, dewy glow without makeup

I think the biggest shock was how bouncy my skin felt. I kept touching my cheeks like they were little pillows.

Were there downsides? Yes. A couple of tiny clogged pores appeared during the week. But they went away fast.

Overall, the results were much better than I expected.

The Pros of Using Coconut Oil on Your Face

After a full week, here are the real benefits I noticed:

Deep hydration
Softer, smoother skin
Natural glow without makeup
Plumper, healthier-looking texture
No dryness anywhere
Faded dullness
Perfect for nighttime massage

If you have dry or normal skin, coconut oil feels like a warm hug.

The Cons

Coconut oil isn’t perfect, and it won’t work for everyone. Here’s what might bother you:

It’s heavy, so you’ll look greasy
It can clog pores for some people
Not ideal for oily or acne-prone skin
Can feel too thick in humid weather

So it really depends on your skin type.

Should You Try It? My Honest Take

You should try this 7-day coconut oil challenge if:

Your skin gets dry often
You want a natural glow
You like simple skincare
You want something affordable and easy

You should probably skip it if:

Your skin gets oily fast
You break out easily
You struggle with fungal acne
You hate heavy or greasy textures

Every person’s skin reacts differently, but if your skin leans dry, this little experiment might surprise you the way it surprised me.

Tips If You Want to Try It

A few things helped my skin stay calm during the challenge:

Use organic, cold-pressed virgin coconut oil
Start with a small amount
Apply it to damp skin
Use it only at night
Don’t mix with too many products
Patch test if you have sensitive skin

These small steps can make a big difference.

Final Thoughts: What This Experiment Taught Me

After 7 days, I learned something important: sometimes the simplest ingredients do the best job. Coconut oil may not work for everyone, but for me, it turned out to be a gentle, nourishing boost that my skin really needed.

It reminded me that skincare doesn’t always have to be complicated or expensive. Sometimes your skin just wants moisture, comfort, and consistency.

And honestly? I wasn’t ready for how good my skin looked by the end of the week. I’m not switching to coconut oil every night, but I will definitely keep it in my routine — especially on dry or dull days.

If you’re curious like I was, give it a try for a week. Your skin might surprise you too.