Organic castor oil: properties and uses

Ricin oil, also known as castor oil, is a fairly well-known viscous oil that is widely used for the beauty of hair, eyelashes and nails. It is derived from the first cold-pressing of castor seeds. Its effectiveness is unquestionable, and it is renowned for its fortifying and protective properties, while the ricinoleic acid it contains has a purifying and cleansing power.

Ricin oil for hair beauty and growth

Organic castor oil is reputed to stimulate hair growth and add density to thinning hair. Applied to the scalp, it stimulates microcirculation, which plays a role in rapid hair growth.

It is also recommended for repairing, nourishing, strengthening and restoring shine to dry, damaged or color-treated hair. It should be noted that it can also be used on oily hair. Thanks to the vitamin E it contains (a natural antioxidant), vegetable castor oil helps protect hair and skin from various external aggressions.

How to use castor oil on hair

Applied pure or coupled with other vegetable oils and/or essential oils, organic ricin oil should preferably be used in the form of a cure, to take full advantage of its benefits. This cure, which helps hair grow faster and become stronger, is to be carried out over a period of 1 month with a mask or oil bath to be done 3 times a week.

To do this, simply mix equal parts castor oil with another vegetable oil such as olive oil, coconut oil or sweet almond oil. The mixture will be less viscous than pure castor oil, making it easier to work with. Next, apply the mixture to the hair while massaging and avoiding getting too much on the scalp. Then, to help the oils penetrate properly, you can wrap your hair in a warm towel and leave on for between 20 minutes and overnight. Finally, after the leave-in time, simply shampoo (or two for hair that tends to oil up quickly), and rinse with lukewarm water.

Ricin oil to strengthen brittle nails

The fatty acids contained in organic castor oil, makes it an excellenthand care, and especially, for nails. This oil helps strengthen and protect them, making them less brittle and shinier.

How to use castor oil to strengthen nails

For a quick and effective homemade hand and nail treatment, nothing could be simpler! Simply apply a few drops of castor oil to nails and cuticles and massage in with your fingertips. For a more accomplished result, you can remove superfluous cuticles beforehand and finish by applying a hand cream. This treatment should be performed every evening, especially if you have brittle nails.

It's also possible to use castor oil pure or mixed with another oil, for a weekly nail oil bath.

Ricin oil for eyelashes and eyebrows

Ricin oil is reputed to stimulate the growth of eyelashes and eyebrows. As with hair and nails, it also strengthens, thickens and protects fine, fragile eyelashes. So for a more bewitching look, follow our advice!

How to use castor oil to lengthen eyelashes and eyebrows

For optimal results and beautiful eyes and eyebrows, organic castor oil should be used as a month-long treatment. To do this, every evening, before going to bed, apply a few drops of organic castor oil to fingertips or a clean, dry mascara brush and brush gently with lashes and eyebrows. Don't forget to wash the brush after use. Rinse off the next morning. For such use, we recommend opting for ORGANIC castor oil.

Ricin oil for skin beauty

Thanks to its exceptional composition, organic castor oil also offers benefits for the skin. The ricinoleic acid it contains helps combat microbial propagation, making it a purifying and purifying skin care product prized by oily and problem skin (eczema, acne...), which it purifies without clogging pores. It also fights the appearance of new pimples and blackheads.

Dry or even very dry skin will also find this oil a good moisturizer and nourisher.

With its repairing and healing powers, castor oil also helps soothe skin prone to discomfort. What's more, it helps erase imperfections such as acne scars and brown spots.

Vitamin E contained in castor plant oil protects the skin from external aggression and participates in the production of collagen, which gives the skin elasticity, a plump appearance and prevents the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. It therefore helps strengthen the skin barrier.

How to use castor oil to sublimate the skin

• To help fade dark spots and en the skin, castor oil can be coupled with carrot oil. This blend should be massaged into a clean face morning and evening.
• For acne, castor oil is to be used on clean, even exfoliated skin (be careful not to exfoliate your skin too frequently), massaging the face daily with it for 2 weeks.
• To help fade stretch marks, gently massage castor oil into the affected area with your fingertips on a regular basis.
  
  

Other uses for castor oil

As you can see, castor vegetable oil is a multi-purpose oil. We've seen that it can be used for the beauty of hair, nails, eyelashes, eyebrows as well as skin, but you should know that it can also be used for:

• removing make-up while moisturizing the skin;
• making make-up and home care;
• take care of the beard by making it more supple and shiny;
• reduce dark circles by applying in the evening under the eyes;
• soften calluses on feet;
• attenuate joint pain by gently massaging the affected area;
• decrease menstrual pain by soaking a cloth in oil and placing it on the belly for at least an hour (if possible, add a hot water bottle);
• soothe a migraine by massaging the temples with the oil;
• serve as a natural mosquito repellent by pouring some into a dish (effective especially against flies);
• give an abundant lather in soap-making...
  
  

Bonus: castor oil solid makeup remover recipe

This solid makeup remover (obviously) removes all makeup, but also moisturizes the skin and leaves a protective film on it.

The recipe is very simple, for a 50g make-up remover:

• Melt 35g of organic white cocoa butter with 14g of organic coconut oil and 1g of organic castor oil in a bain-marie.
• Pour the mixture into a mold and place in the freezer.
• Once the make-up remover has solidified, unmold and store away from heat (below 30)°C, light and air.
  
  

This product can be kept for 6 months if used in optimal hygienic conditions.

To remove make-up, simply put this solid make-up remover in contact with the skin, which will melt and reveal a pleasant texture. Once make-up removal is complete, rinse your face with lukewarm water to remove any residue.

Precautions for use and storage

• Caution: castor oil is not edible, even when purified of its ricin, when ingested it constitutes a health hazard.
• For external use only.
• May cause allergic reactions in some people.
• Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women. Before using this type of product, it is essential to seek the advice of a health professional.
• Do not leave within the reach of children.
• Keep container tightly closed and store away from heat and light.