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Is it safe to moisturize with pure coconut oil?

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I am almost 2 weeks tummy tuck and breast lift and aug. post op and the sterile strips have mostly come off. There is still some scabbing. I usually moisturize with pure coconut oil because it is gentle and natural. I just want to make sure it's safe to just go ahead and use it everywhere.

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