Pure World Natural Castor Oil 250ML Cold, First & Fresh Pressed 100% Pure and Undiluted Hexane Free Natural for Eyebrows, Nails, Beard, Hair, Eyelash Growth

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Castor oil is rich in ricinoleic acid, a monounsaturated fatty acid. These types of fats can be used to moisturize the skin. They act as occlusive moisturizers, which prevent or reduce water loss through the outer layer of the skin. ( 6, 7). If you’re interested in using castor oil to treat any health condition, including constipation, be sure to get advice from a trusted healthcare professional first ( 2). Summary Benefits of castor oil uses include: treating constipation, helping with wound healing, preventing skin ulcers, moisturizing dry skin, reducing joint/arthritis pain, and naturally inducing labor. While castor oil is considered safe in small doses, larger amounts can cause abdominal cramping, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea ( 2, 5).

What’s more, another study demonstrated that castor oil was effective at cleansing people’s bowels before they underwent a noninvasive type of colonoscopy called a colon capsule endoscopy ( 4). Grandma wasn’t wrong. Castor oil is an excellent remedy for occasional constipation, according to the National Institutes for Health. It works by stimulating muscle contractions in the large intestine, which helps push stool through your digestive system. The usual dose is one tablespoonful taken by mouth. You’ll generally have results within a few hours. Wound healing It is a colourless or pale yellow liquid with a distinct taste and odor. Its boiling point is 313°C (595°F) and its density is 0.961g/cm 3. [2] It includes a mixture of triglycerides in which about 90% of fatty acids are ricinoleates. Oleic acid and linoleic acid are the other significant components. Phytotherapy Research: “Comparative clinical trial of castor oil and diclofenac sodium in patients with osteoarthritis.”Medhi B, Kishore K, Singh U, et al. Comparative clinical trial of castor oil and diclofenac sodium in patients with osteoarthritis. Phytother Res. 2009;23(10):1469-73. doi:10.1002/ptr.2804 a b Mutlu, H; Meier, MAR (January 2010). "Castor oil as a renewable resource for the chemical industry". European Journal of Lipid Science and Technology. 112 (1): 10–30. doi: 10.1002/ejlt.200900138. Salles MM, Oliveira Vde C, Souza RF, Silva CH, Paranhos Hde F. Antimicrobial action of sodium hypochlorite and castor oil solutions for denture cleaning - in vitro evaluation. Braz Oral Res. 2015;29:1-6. doi:10.1590/1807-3107BOR-2015.vol29.0104 Castor oil is believed by some to have the potential to induce labor due to its laxative effects. It is thought to stimulate the intestines, leading to increased contractions in the bowels, which might indirectly stimulate the uterus. As a result, some pregnant individuals have tried using castor oil to induce labor naturally, especially if they're past their due date and looking for ways to encourage the onset of labor.

Initiatives to grow more castor for energy production, in preference to other oil crops, are motivated by social considerations. Tropical subsistence farmers would gain a cash crop. [48] Safety [ edit ] For topical application, Schleiger recommends conducting a patch test first—apply a small amount of oil on a patch of skin and wait for 24 hours to monitor for any allergic reactions. If no reactions occur, proceed to apply the oil directly to the affected area as needed. “Leave it on for a few hours or overnight, then rinse off if desired,” adds Schleiger. Risks and Side Effects of Castor Oil Applying castor oil to wounds creates a moist environment that may help promote healing and prevent sores from drying out. Mediators of Inflammation: “Effect of ricinoleic acid in acute and subchronic experimental models of inflammation.”Castor is one of the oldest cultivated crops, but interestingly it contributes to only 0.15 percent of the vegetable oil produced in the world each year. This oil is also sometimes called ricinus oil. Use a cotton swab or clean mascara wand to wipe a small amount of oil over clean eyebrows. Let it absorb it for 20 minutes or longer. You may want to apply the oil before bed so it seeps in while you sleep. Because the oil can irritate some people’s eyes, applying it to your eyelashes should be done with caution. Use a Q-tip to carefully do this. 5. Induce Labor (be sure to speak with your doctor first)