Castor Oil (1000mg) 120 Capsules, 4 Months Supply. by vytox, Vegetarian

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Antibacterial agent: Castor oil may have antibacterial properties. Some research finds it to be effective against certain bacteria, as well as skin, throat and wound infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus, a type of bacteria that can lead to serious, life-threatening staph infections [1] Fitranda MI, Sutrisno, Marfu’ah S. Physicochemical Properties and Antibacterial Activity of Castor Oil and Its Derivatives. IOP Conference Series: Materials Science and Engineering. 2020;833(1):012009. . Does castor oil regrow hair? Because it can improve blood circulation to your follicles, it may help to speed up hair growth. Maduri VR, Vedachalam A, Kiruthika S. Castor oil-the culprit of acute hair felting. Int J Trichology. 2017;9(3):116-118. doi:10.4103/ijt.ijt_22_17

If you suffer from insomnia, castor oil can help you fall asleep. Instead of taking harmful (and sometimes habit-forming) medication to help your insomnia, rub castor oil along your eyelids before going to bed. An overgrowth of Candida fungi can lead to a condition called denture stomatitis, an infection that leads to inflammation, redness, and irritation in the mouth ( 15).

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Castor oil is completely natural and free of synthetic chemicals (as long as you use pure 100 percent pure oil, of course), yet it’s rich in skin-boosting ingredients like fatty acids. Applying this oil to dry or irritated skin can help to discourage dryness and keep it well moisturized, since it prevents water loss. Castor oil has a high concentration of vitamin E, which works wonders for brittle, dry nails. Massaging it into your nails and cuticles every evening will result in soft cuticles and healthy looking nails. How I Perk up My Ferns Don't use castor oil on minor cuts or burns at home. It's recommended for wound care only in doctor's offices and hospitals. Pregnant or breastfeeding women: 'Castor oil is not recommended in pregnancy, because although this has not been proven, there is concern that it may cause uterine contractions and premature labour,' says Dr Lee.

Supports the liver: “It’s easy to give yourself glowing skin with castor oil by using it to help support your liver,” claims Pande. “Apply the oil to a flannel, and then place it on your skin over the liver region under your right breast. Try to leave it there for a minimum of an hour. Wrapping it in cling film can help. Overnight, it can work wonders.” If you’re interested in using castor oil, it’s important to keep the following potential side effects in mind: Archives of Applied Science Research: “Physico-chemical properties and in vitro antifungal activities of Ricinus communis seed oil against Lentinus sajor-caju.” May prevent hair loss: Castor oil contains fatty acids and anti-inflammatory properties that may help prevent hair loss. While claims of castor oil boosting hair growth are unproven in scientific research, there is a case for it preventing future loss.

Soothes dry skin and other skin conditions: As if protecting against wrinkles and speeding up hair growth weren’t enough, castor oil is also traditionally used for its supposed healing properties against dry skin, eczema, dermatitis, rosacea, psoriasis, and other skin conditions. “Inflamed skin is crying out for castor oil,” says Pande. Moisturize normal or oily skin: Try using 1/4 cup of castor oil with jojoba oil, grapeseed oil or olive oil instead of coconut and sesame oils. Gently massage dry areas of your skin with the mixture, then dab off any excess using a clean towel. Allow the treatment to soak in overnight and then rinse well in the morning with warm water. Another option is creating a fast-acting face mask using one teaspoon of castor oil along with one egg yolk. Apply the mixture to your face for 10–15 minutes, then clean your face.