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Castor Oil
Castor Oil
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Rediscover Ancient Beauty with Castor Oil (Your Time-Tested Restorative Oil).
INCI: Ricinus Communis (Castor) Oil.
Cosmetic raw material, 15ml glass bottle.
Castor oil, extracted from the castor bean plant, is one of the most celebrated and time-honoured oils in cosmetics! This refined cosmetic raw material from India is rich in Vitamin E and Omega-6 fatty acids, boasting well-known antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. It is a true multi-tasker, known to regenerate, combat signs of aging, and work wonders for your hair, skin, nails, lashes, and brows.
Our Castor Oil is refined for cosmetic use, which means it offers enhanced stability and a longer shelf life for your beautiful creations.
Why You'll Love What It Can Do:
- For Your Skin:
- Intense Repair: This wonderfully thick oil is a fantastic restorative treatment for dry, rough, and cracked skin, especially on heels, elbows, and knees. Just a few drops massaged daily can make a real difference.
- Spot Treatment Power: It is known to aid in the appearance of stretch marks, minor wounds, and scars, helping to regenerate and seal small imperfections. It is also recognised for its beneficial effects on acne breakouts. For targeted application, simply dampen a cotton swab and apply to the desired area.
- Deep Conditioning Mask: For severely dry heels, try creating an overnight mask with shea butter and castor oil. Wrap your feet in film and cover with thick socks for an intensive treatment.
- Lotion Booster: Add a few drops to your favourite body lotion or cream to supercharge its regenerating and nourishing benefits.
- Nail & Cuticle Care: It is an incredibly popular and affordable way to nourish, hydrate, and strengthen nail plates and cuticles. A small amount massaged in nightly can yield amazing results in just weeks!
- Cosmetic Ingredient: Its unique properties, including foam-boosting abilities, make it a widely used ingredient in massage oils, bath oils, lipsticks, lip glosses, and even cold-process soap making.
- For Your Hair:
- Castor oil is legendary for its hair benefits! You can add a small amount to your shampoo or mix it into your hair masks and conditioners.
- Target Dry Ends: For damaged, dry, or split ends, a tiny amount of castor oil can provide deep nourishment.
- DIY Hair Masks: It is a fantastic base for homemade hair masks, blending beautifully with ingredients like egg yolk and lemon juice.
- Natural Darkening (Optional): This oil is known to naturally darken hair by deeply moisturizing the hair shaft. If you want to lessen this effect, simply add a few drops of lemon juice before application.
- Stronger, Shinier Hair: Regular use as a hair treatment is known to lead to hair that feels stronger, thicker, softer, and incredibly shiny.
- For Your Brows & Lashes:
- A time-honoured secret for enhancing brows and lashes! Regular application is known to make hairs appear darker, thicker, and longer. Just a tiny amount on a clean mascara wand applied to the tips of lashes or brows is all you need.
- Important Note: Be careful not to get the oil into your eyes, as it can irritate the conjunctiva, causing tearing, irritation, and stinging. If this happens, rinse your eyes thoroughly with warm water.
This wonderful cosmetic raw material is incredibly versatile.
Known uses of Castor Oil:
- Spot treatments for scars, stretch marks, and acne - It is known to help improve skin texture, support skin regeneration, and reduce visible imperfections.
- Moisturizing dry, cracked skin (heels, elbows, knees) - It is known to deeply hydrate and restore rough or damaged areas with regular use.
- Overnight foot masks and body care - It is known to deliver intense moisture when used in rich treatments, especially for very dry skin.
- Nail and cuticle care - It is known to strengthen brittle nails and hydrate dry cuticles, promoting healthier nail growth.
- DIY skincare and cosmetic formulations - It is known to be an effective ingredient in lip balms, soaps, massage oils, and bath products due to its rich, emollient texture.
- Hair oiling and deep conditioning - It is known to improve hair thickness, shine, and strength when used regularly as a treatment.
- Treating split ends and dry hair tips - It is known to seal in moisture and reduce breakage in damaged or frizzy hair.
- Lash and brow conditioning - It is known to enhance the appearance of lashes and brows, making them look fuller, darker, and healthier over time.
Note: Avoid contact with eyes, as it may cause irritation.
Storage instructions:
- Store it in a dry, cool and shaded place.
- Protect it from direct sunlight.
Important info:
For any skin condition, always seek medical advice to ensure the oil is safe for you to use.
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