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A member asked:
Just baught organic coconut oil for the lupus rash on face. how long should i leave it on face before washing ? or should i let it be fully absorbed?
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Have heard of Rx: Never heard of coconut oil as a treatment for lupus rash but it is a good moisturizer and you can leave it on as long as you want (within reasons).
Answered 3/15/2021
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