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Castor Oil, Cold Pressed - Organic
Rated 4.9 out of 5
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| Price (5 Litres) 4+: | $60.00ea |
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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 pressing | ||||||||
| 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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4 star rating as trial has only started......
I read a lot of online blogs, experiences, reviews etc on Cold pressed, Organic, Hexane fee castor oil for cataracts. Although when contacted, Pure Nature recommended not to use as an eye drop, i have started using as eye drops. 1 - 2 drops in each eye per night. It's supposed to break down cataracts within 2 to 6 months. So far after only 4 days of use, i have no bad effects and my eyes do feel refreshed each morning, something i haven't felt in a long time. I also use this on my scalp because my hair is thinning and after trying many other options that don't work and come with side effects, a natural product is definitely a "breath of fresh air" and welcomed. I will update this review after 6 months of use.
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Awesome castor oil
It’s an awesome oil which is good for my skin
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Castor Oil, Cold Pressed - Organic
Great oil
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