The Wonders Castor Oil can do for your Face

Castor oil can do wonders for your hair. Castor oil comes from the castor seeds called Ricinus Communis.
It is a native shrub of Asia and Africa. It is extracted from the seeds. It a very pale yellow thick liquid. It
has anti-oxidant as well as anti-inflammatory properties that make this beneficial in various ways. For
centuries, castor oil is being used for its medical as well as therapeutic benefits. It is said that castor oil
gets all its benefits from its high concentration of unsaturated fatty acids. It can be used in various ways,
from being directly applied to being consumed. However castor oil has a strong and unpleasant taste, it
has various benefits for your body, aiding with the prevention of constipation to building up immunity.
Castor oil can also be found in various products such as cosmetics, soaps, oils, massage oils, medicines,
textiles and many other products used in daily life.

Castor oil also has natural anti bacterial and antifungal properties that can have multiple health benefits.
It is high in vitamin E, protein and fat such as omega -6 and omega-3. It also is high in an acid called
rincinoleic acid, which makes it extremely beneficial for the hair and skin. It can be used to treat acne,
skin conditions, hair loss, rashes and much much more.

Benefits of castor oil

Castor oil can be directly applied to the skin and it is quite safe to use. Since it has anti-inflammatory,
antimicrobial and moisturizing properties, it can used in multiple ways for various purposes. Castor oil
can be used to treat various skin conditions such as acne, psoriasis and increase moisture. Due to the
presence of this acid, it can do wonders for the face. One can make home remedies and use castor oil as
a carrier oil as well. One can add it to the existing products for better hair and skin.

There are various types of caster oils such as organic cold pressed castor oil. When the term cold
pressed is used it refers to the action of directly removing the oil from the seed without the use of heat.
When too much heat is used, the may deplete the nutrients from the oil. The Jamaican black castor oil
process usually involves roasting the seeds and then pressing them to extract oil. The ashes then is
added to the oil and mixed. This gives the oil its black colour.

Castor oil for the skin and how to use it

Castor oil can do wonders for the sin, from removing acne to wrinkles and moisturizing. Let us look at
how specific problems can be solved with castor oil.

Acne

A lot of beauty products and cosmetics can strip away the oil from the face. Every time this happens, the
skin produces extra oil to compensate. This leads to acne and inflammation. Applying castor oil can help
balance out this oil so that the skin does not produce excess oil which leads to acne.

Just apply a few drops of castor oil on your face and massage it in. One can leave it overnight and wash
it off in the morning.

Wrinkles

As it deeply moisturizes the skin, the oil penetrates deep and hydrates the skin. It promotes blood flow
to the face and being rich in vitamin E it makes the skin more elastic and hydrated. It boosts the collagen
and elastin in the skin that increases the elasticity of the skin and prevents wrinkles. Add 3-4 drops of
castor oil with coconut/jojoba or olive oil and massage into the face. You can leave it overnight and
wash it off in the morning.

Face styes

Castor oil is known as a natural cure for face styes as it has antibacterial properties. Just apply a few
drops over the infected area at least 2-3 times a day and within no time the styes will vanish.

Milasma

Also known as hyper pigmentation of the skin can also be cured by castor oil. Though not fully proven.
Some health experts claim that castor oil can cure this problem. Apply a few drops and massage it into
the affected area twice a day. Castor oil can help eliminate patchy skin

Skin rashes and dry skin

Castor oil being high in vitamin and minerals, it helps soothe the skin and help with skin rashes. Having
properties of hydration and being moisturizing in nature, it helps prevent dry skin and helps in hydrating
the skin. It protects skin from harsh weather and heals skin that has been affected by weather
conditions. It locks in the moisture in the skin. Having antibacterial properties it can help with skin
infection and rashes caused by it. It can even be used for insect bites and rashes caused by insects.

Heat the oil and add a few drops to cotton and out in the affected area. One can even add the drops to a
bandage and place it on bites. One can leave it overnight or wash it off in a hour. Repeat this once a
week to reduce dry skin.

Moles and warts

Castor oil has been effective in removing moles and warts as well. The method to remove them with the
help of castor oil are many. Castor oil contains ricinoleric acid which aids in the removal of warts . Being
right in vitamins and minerals, antioxidants as well as vitamin E it helps repairing the skin tissues and
aids in development of the same, boosting overall skin health.

One can add a few drops of castor oil on the mole or the wart. One can even add a few drops of
essential oils to the formula.

For moles, mix half a teaspoon of garlic to two and a half drops of castor oil. Apply it on the mole making
sure the area around the mole is clean. Wash it off after a few hours and repeat this process twice a day.

Precautions and side effects

Before using or consuming castor oil one must always seek advice of a health exert as they know the
best to suit your body vitals. Some people could have an allergy to castor oil. If you are buying products
that contain castor oil, it could also incite an allergic reaction. One must check all the ingredients in the
product to ensure it is safe to use.

Before consuming castor oil by mouth one must consult a health specialist. One must ensure the oil is
from a renowned, certified and graded company. It must be 100% pure or organic and one must ensure
there are so signs of adulteration. One must tell the specialist their medical history the oil reacts with
patients who have had appendicitis and can cause nausea, abdominal pain, and change in bowel
movement, internal blockage and bleeding of the rectum.

A very serious allergic reaction to this oil is rare but can happen. If it does, seek help from the health
specialist immediately.

Conclusion

Having so many beneficial properties and components such as protein, fats, vitamins, minerals,
antioxidants and being an antibacterial oil, castor oil can do wonders for the entire body from the hair to
the skin, inside out. It aids in digestion as well as builds immunity. One must however ensure to seek
expert from a health specialist before starting any treatment especially for rashes, moles and warts. One
must ensure the product is certified and pure. We hope you find this article helpful.