A few drops of antioxidant-packed, pure castor oil envelope the body in hydration from head to toe literally. It can treat everything from the hair on your head down to cracked heels, plus everything in between.
1. Promote Hair Growth
Let’s start from the top—your hair, brows, and lashes. Castor oil is known for promoting growth and shine. Thanks to its high content of ricinoleic acid (an omega-9 and hydroxy fatty acid), massaging a few drops into the scalp may help improve its health, reduce inflammation, and create a better foundation for hair growth. For lashes and brows, use a spoolie to lightly brush on a small amount (PSA: a little goes a long way). With regular use, castor oil may also help condition and prevent breakage.
2. Treat Under-Eye Dark Circles
Applying castor oil under the eyes can hydrate, improve skin elasticity, and increase blood flow. This means improved circulation and plumping the under-eye area, which helps to reduce shadowing. Since the oil is rich in vitamin E and other antioxidants, it also helps fend off free radicals that dull delicate eye skin. We recommend applying a drop, warming it between your ring fingers, and lightly massaging it on before bed for best results.
3. Remove Makeup
Consider your waterproof mascara dissolved—castor oil is nature’s makeup remover. Use your fingertips to apply all over your face, let it sit for a bit, then wipe away with a damp washcloth. The best part? It removes makeup while keeping your skin hydrated—unlike typical removers that strip away moisture. More on that hydration in a sec.
4. Moisturize Skin
We keep mentioning castor oil’s antioxidants—and for good reason. These, along with its rich fatty acid content, help deeply hydrate, improve skin texture, and quell irritation (sensitive skin approved!). Its humectant properties help draw moisture into the skin, making it an effective natural moisturizer. Apply to dry patches on your face and body, chapped lips, cracked heels, cuticles, just about anywhere. Also, add a drop or two to your face and body moisturizer to supercharge its hydrating properties.
5. Minimize Scars and Stretch Marks
You know those fatty acids and antioxidants we keep raving about? These properties help boost collagen and elastin, making stretch marks less noticeable. Give yourself a deep massage to enhance skin texture and flexibility. Plus, castor oil can also help reduce joint pain and inflammation—a win-win.
6. Reduce inflammation and Support Digestion
According to an ancient Ayurvedic practice, massaging castor oil in and around your belly button may support lymphatic drainage and help reduce water retention. Many people apply it at night, reporting that they wake up with less puffiness, reduced belly bloat, and a refreshed feeling. Talk about beauty sleep!
