Castor oil is a vegetable oil derived from seeds of Ricinus communes plant, which is native to Asia and Africa. It is typically used as a laxative but it have benefits for the hair and skin as well.
Castor oil is relatively safe to use but few side effect shave been reported in course of time. It have several useful properties like anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, moisturizing etc. It is mainly used for digestive issues. Castor oil increases absorption in skin and that is why it is used in the treatment of various skin conditions, including dermatosis, psoriasis and acne. Castor oil also promotes hair growth, including eyelashes and eyebrows.
In ancient Egypt, castor oil was burned as fuel in lamps which is used as a natural remedy to treat ailments like eye irritation. Few benefits of using castor oil include
- Used as a powerful laxative
- It is a natural moisturizer
- Promotes wound healing
- Has anti inflammatory effects
- It reduces acne
- Keeps hair and scalp healthy
- Fights fungus
Apart from all the above uses it is affordable and economic to use castor oil for all skin and hair problem.
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