Description

Scientific name (plant): Ricinus communis

Family: Euphorvidon

Other names: Resin oil, castor oil, resino oil

Castor oil is a type of vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the tropical plant Ricinus the common.
It is a thick oil, almost odorless and has a pale yellow hue.
Castor oil is rich in fatty acids (especially ricinoleic acid) but also in linoleic and oleic, as well as vitamin E. It is also particularly rich in Omega-9 fatty acids.
The main component of castor oil (up to 95% content), Ricinoleic Acid, has remarkable anti-inflammatory properties, while at the same time it also exhibits an analgesic effect.
Herbalists and doctors of antiquity refer to its medicinal properties, for the treatment of skin problems but also for digestive problems, hemorrhoids and gallstones. It was also used as a laxative.

-Helps to strengthen the immune system.

-It is considered effective for the treatment of arthritis.

-It is an excellent massage oil for sore muscles and joints.

-For nerve inflammations.

-For rheumatism pains.

-For gastrointestinal problems, constipation and menstrual disorders.

-Effective in the treatment of fungal infections.

-For genital warts.

-It has antioxidant, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties.

-It is excellent for treating skin infections, such as skin inflammations, acne, eczema, pimples, chronic itching, dry skin, and even stretch marks.

- It is an active laxative with ingredients that affect the large and small intestine.

-It is used locally, for the treatment of calluses and the removal of calluses.

-Due to the large amount of vitamin E it contains, it is excellent against skin aging.

-Applied in the treatment of lichens, abscesses, bruises, dermatitis, sunburns, open ulcers, etc.

- Patches with castor oil have been used in mastalgias, empyemas and wounds.

Other uses

-Castor oil is known for its ability to thicken eyebrows and eyelashes (you can rub some castor oil on them, every night).

-Helps with hair loss (put castor oil mixed with olive oil on your head, wrap your head in a warm towel and leave it for an hour. Then wash).

- It helps in the natural production of collagen and elastin, in the deeper layers of the skin. Deeply moisturizes and regenerates its cells.

- Cleans the pores and softens the hard parts of the body (knees, elbows, soles).

-It helps a lot with dry hair and moisturizes dehydrated and damaged hair (put some castor oil in your palms and rub them together to warm the oil. Then, run it through your hair and lightly massage the roots and ends. The hair they will get stronger, become more elastic and won't break at the edges).

-Castor oil dissolved in a carrier oil is an amazing moisturizing lotion for after bathing or sunbathing.

-It is very good for the lips, both for their beautiful appearance and for their health.
Attention: The above article is for informational purpose.

If you wish to make any use for therapeutic or medical purposes, the advice of your attending physician is recommended.

Dermatologically tested.

Made in Greece.