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Castor Oil, Cold Pressed
Rated 4.9 out of 5
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| Price (5 Litres) 4+: | $41.00ea |
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| Common name | Castor oil | ||||||||
| Botanical name | Ricinus communis | ||||||||
| Description | Yellow to light brown viscous oil | ||||||||
| Typical Fatty Acid Profile |
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| Plant parts used | Seeds | ||||||||
| Extraction method | Cold Pressed | ||||||||
| Country of Origin | India |
DESCRIPTION
Castor oil has an unusual fatty acid profile containing modest amounts of both oleic and linoleic acids and 85 to 95% ricinoleic acid (named after Castor itself). It is very thick, pale oil which is one of the reasons it is used so much in cosmetics.
Castor oil is actually soluble in alcohol and creates a unique solubility with beeswax, which is why it is used so much in balms and deodorants. It has a low molecular weight and so penetrates the skin easily, and acts as a softening agent. It is a greasy feeling oil with a lot of shine, but can feel sticky which is why it is used in lipsticks – the added gloss enhances the appearance of the finish and its stickiness helps to keep the oil on your lips without feathering into fine lines. It is low comedogenic (1 out of 5) and non-irritating. It has acanthotic activity, meaning it can help increase skin thickness.
Ricinoleic acid is soluble in alcohol (but not water) and oil. It acts as a humectant and helps make Castor a 'dry'oil as well as increasing its viscosity.
As this is a cold pressed oil, no solvents such as hexane were used in the extraction process.
SUGGESTED USE
Skin: Moisture balance
Lip Balm/Stick: Gloss, adhesion
This product is intended for external use only.
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Reviewed by Dasha K.
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I recommend this product
Castor oil is great for growing hair nd lashes
I purchased this huge bottle that will last for ages. I like this oil, it is thick and nice to apply. I use it for my hair roots and eyelashes (together with jojoba, almond oils, and vitamin E).
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Reviewed by Wendy B.
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I recommend this product
Great product
Good quality castor oil
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Reviewed by anna t.
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I recommend this product
Castor Oil, Cold Pressed
What a great price for this oil, this is a great product
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Reviewed by Priyadarshini P.
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I recommend this product
The delivery was quick and the product is as promised
Great product!
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