Ultimate Guide to All About Castor Oil: Benefits, Uses & More

Category: Carrier Oil Published: 23 Apr, 2020

About Castor Oil :

Castor Oil feels thinner in consistency when used in an oil blend

Index

Essence of Castor Oil
History of Castor Oil
Castor Oil Benefits

Extraction of Castor Oil
Castor Oil Uses
Varieties of Castor Oil
Contraindications

In Essence:

"Palma Christi" or "Hand of Christ" are the monikers of castor oil.
In ancient times castor seeds or beans were used for birth control.
It is used in cosmetics & medicines for repairing hair, it softens & soothe skin & eases pain.
It is used in pharmaceuticals & perfumes; in the production of soaps, cosmetics & massage oils as it has moisturizing properties.

History:

Castor oil is known as "The Father of Holistic Medicine" "Palma Christi" or "Hand of Christ" are the monikers of castor oil. It is used in cosmetics & medicines & promoting growth.

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It is used in soaps, cosmetics, perfumes & more. It is used for massage as it has moisturizing properties.

Benefits:

Let's know about the chemical constituents of castor oil:

RICINOLEIC ACID:

Relieve pain caused by muscle aches and joint pain
Soothe itching, swelling, inflammation, cuts, and fungal infections
Fight acne-causing bacteria and relieve acne-prone skin
Exhibit antimicrobial activity
Clear congestion
Boost circulation
Boost hair growth
Soften and hydrate both hair and skin with deep moisture while repairing breakage
Balance hormones
Eliminate bodily toxins by supporting the lymphatic system
Makes up almost 90% of Castor Oil

OLEIC ACID:

Maintain the softness, suppleness, and radiance of skin and hair
Stimulate the growth of thicker, longer and stronger hair
Reduce the appearance of aging, such as premature wrinkles and fine lines
Eliminate dandruff and thereby support hair growth
Boost immunity
Exhibit antioxidant properties
Prevent joint inflammation, stiffness, and pain

LINOLEIC ACID:

Moisturize hair and promote its growth
Facilitate wound healing
Be effective emulsifiers in the formulation of soaps and quick-drying oils
Exhibit anti-inflammatory properties
Soothe acne and reduce chances of future outbreaks
Promote moisture retention in skin and hair
Make oils feel thinner in consistency, thus being beneficial for use on acne-prone skin

Î±-LINOLENIC ACID:

Lessen inflammation
Control blood clotting
Soothe joint pain and ease stiffness to improve flexibility
Be an essential Omega-3 Fatty Acid

STEARIC ACID:

Have cleansing properties that purge dirt, sweat and excess sebum from hair and skin
Be an ideal emulsifying agent that binds water and oil
Help products remain potent when stored for long periods of time
Condition and protect hair from damage without diminishing luster or making it feel heavy
Have exceptional cleansing properties
Soften skin

PALMITIC ACID:

Having emollient properties
Softening hair without leaving a greasy or sticky residue
Being the most common saturated fatty acid

It stimulates the circulation by boosting the growth of hair. It has anti-fungal properties as it treats the scalp infection. It slows the appearance of grey hair.

It delays the signs of the aging as it moisturizes & soothes the skin & boosts elasticity. It slows the look of wrinkles & makes skin youthful & supple. It is used in medicines as it soothes skin inflammation caused by the dry skin, acne & sunburns.

Extraction method:

It is extracted by the cold-pressed method. Its color is colorless or pale-yellow. It can be stored for up to 4 years.

Uses:

It is used in cosmetics as it reduces the signs of aging like fine lines & wrinkles. It stimulates the production of collagen.
It is used in hair as it hydrates hair & makes them shiny & free from itchiness. It strengthens hairs to remove the number of breakage & repairs split ends that promote & maintains the growth of hair.
It is used in medicines as it promotes fast healing as it boosts circulation & eliminates body toxin.

Guide to Castor Oil Varieties & Their Benefits:

Castor Oil variety	Country of Origin	Benefits
Castor Organic Carrier Oil	India	Being slightly viscous Being clear and colorless Being odorless/having a light oily scent Smoothing calluses Adding volume to hair while treating breakage Increasing lather in cold-processed soap
Castor USP Carrier Oil	India	Being an ideal emulsifying agent Remaining on the skin's surface as a protective barrier on skin and guarding against harsh environmental conditions Being pale yellow to golden yellow in color Being almost odorless Conditioning hair and skin
PEG 40 (Hydrogenated Castor Oil) Raw Material	Chile	Being either a semi-solid or a liquid raw material Being a surfactant and cleanser in natural cosmetics Being an excellent emulsifier in formulations with large water phases Being yellow in colour Having a mild odour Having strong solubilizing qualities Being recommended for use as the main, if not the only, emulsifier in cosmetics such as lotions, serums, sprays, and oil-free creams
Hydrogenated Castor Oil		Being solid white flakes with little to no odor Being heavily used in the cosmetic industry when a waxy component is needed in a formulation Acting as a thickening and moisturizing agent (eyeliner pencils, anti-antiperspirant sticks, body washes, creams, lotions and lipsticks) Being used to make liquid soaps

Contraindications:

Consult a doctor, if pregnant or nursing.
Keep away from children.
Do patch test.
If allergic to pomegranate then avoid this oil.

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