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Reviewed by eva z.
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I recommend this product
great for lash growth
love using this on my lashes and hair. it keeps it so moisturised and helps with length
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Castor Oil, Black - Organic
Rated 5.0 out of 5
$39.00 (Incl. GST)
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| Common name | Black Castor Oil, Jamaican Black Castor Oil | ||||||||
| Botanical name | Ricinus communis | ||||||||
| Description | Yellow to light brown viscous oil | ||||||||
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| Plant parts used | Roasted Seeds | ||||||||
| Extraction method | Cold Pressed | ||||||||
| Country of Origin | India |
DESCRIPTION
Black Castor Oil is produced from the same plant as standard Castor oil. However, as the seeds are roasted before extraction, the oil has a dark burnt orange/reddish-brown colour with a stronger, more nutty aroma.
The slight ash content of the oil is said to offer additional benefits for hair - especially for those with thicker or more curly hair types.
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 an 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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14 Reviews
Reviewed by Sheetal P.
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I recommend this product
Great for curly hair!
The packaging is great. Great customer service and delivery. My curls are just loving this product and I also mix a small amount into my coconut oil cold-pressed extra virgin organic. Little goes a long way. I apply massage from roots to top and leave it in overnight or the weekend. My hair is getting healthier day by day growth is visible is a short amount of time. I also maintain a good diet and exercise nothing to the extreme and of cause drink plenty of water. I'm just absolutely loving this product. It's doing wonders for my hair type and needs. So glad I discovered it I have used different brands before but this one has been the best for my hair needs.
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Reviewed by jamuna v.
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I recommend this product
Reviewed by Carolina L.
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I recommend this product
Improve hair growth
I use this amazing product in my hair and scalp
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Reviewed by Shaenaz A.
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I recommend this product
Excellent for soft hair
Has a burnt smell and thick but I mixed it with some other oils
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