Product Details
＋Description
Castor Carrier Oil is cold-pressed from the seeds of the Castor plant. Its viscous texture, pale to golden yellow hue, and mild, nutty aroma make it a deeply nourishing oil. Renowned for its high ricinoleic acid content, it's a popular choice for skincare and haircare.
Suggested Uses:
- Skin Cleansing: Effective in cleansing the skin, helping to unclog pores.
- Hair Conditioning: Provides a soft, manageable texture to the hair.
- Joint Massage: Traditionally used in massages to ease joint discomfort.
Shelf life: Users can expect a shelf life of 24 months with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight). Refrigeration after opening is recommended
Details
| Botanical Name | Ricinus Communis |
| Plant Part | Seeds |
| Method of Extraction | Cold Pressed |
| Processing Type | Filtered |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Common uses | Can be used in an oil-based perfume as a neutral fixative. It is also used in massage blends, cleansing and peeling products, ointments and creams for dry skin treatments, psoriasis and eczema. It is a common ingredient in cosmetics such as lipsticks. Also used in make-up remover products, hair packs, hair oils and in cold processed soap. |
| Colour | Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid |
| Consistency | Thick, sticky liquid |
| Aromatic Scent | Castor has very little scent characteristic of most carrier oils |
| Absorption | Very slowly absorbed into the skin |
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