Castor oil is the perfect remedy to reduce stretch marks. Plus, the treatment is extremely simple.
Just massage castor oil directly onto your stretch marks on your stomach and thighs…
It doesn’t matter where they come from (pregnancy, weight gain or loss)! For an optimal result on your stretch marks, massage castor oil regularly.
8. Disinfects sores effectively
Castor oil is an excellent disinfectant that you can use on small open wounds that are not serious.
When you have daredevil children, this can help! It has powerful antimicrobial properties.
You can therefore use it to treat skin infections of fungal origin (ringworm, as seen above).
But also small cuts and scratches. Castor oil also relieves itching and eases pain.
In conclusion, the antimicrobial properties make castor oil a definite must-have in your first aid kit.
It’s a 100% natural remedy for everyday boo-boos.
9. Reduces age spots
Several studies indicate that castor oil can help reduce skin pigmentation.
More and more dermatologists are recommending the use of castor oil to treat pigmentation disorders.
It is effective on age spots, freckles, discoloration and other “skin blemishes”.
Castor oil is packed with fatty acids, especially omega-3 fatty acids. These fatty acids are the “magic ingredient”.
They help reduce skin pigmentation. How do they do this? They penetrate the weakened areas of the skin and “drain” the pigments.
Omega-3 fatty acids moisturize the skin, while stimulating healthy tissue growth. The result?
Supple skin with reduced “imperfections” (redness, age spots or scars).
How to use castor oil safely?
As you have just read, castor oil has many benefits for the skin.
However, when it comes to facials, it is advisable to use it sparingly.
This is because excessive use of this concentrated product can clog pores and cause irritation or rashes.
Therefore, take care not to use castor oil in large quantities on your facial skin.
Caution: Pregnant women, nursing mothers and people suffering from intestinal obstruction or appendicitis should not consume castor oil without consulting their doctor first.
Nutritional value of castor oil
Thanks to its high content of unsaturated fatty acids, vitamin E, proteins and minerals, castor oil is highly beneficial to the body.
Average fatty acid composition of castor oil:
- Ricinoleic acid: 85 to 95%.
- Oleic acid: 2 to 6%.
- Linoleic acid: 1 to 5%.
- Stearic acid: 0.5 to 1%.
- Palmitic acid: 0.5 to 1%.
- Dihydroxystearic acid: 0.3 – 0.5%.
- Other fatty acids: 0.2 – 0.5%.
Castor oil is generally known to be safe and effective. However, few studies have been conducted to define the exact mechanisms of castor oil’s benefits. Researchers are divided on how it works.
Precautions to take
Before resorting to natural remedies, do this basic skin allergy test. Apply a few drops of castor oil to your arm before bed.
Does it cause an itch, rash or redness? This means that castor oil is not appropriate for you and it would be better to use another natural remedy.
Ingestion of undiluted castor oil can have negative effects (and is not recommended by doctors).
The best way to administer castor oil orally is to dilute 1 to 2 teaspoons in a glass of water.
Where can I find castor oil?
Castor oil is easily found in organic stores or in herbalist shops.
Did you already know about this little-known product? Share your castor oil uses with us in the comments. We can’t wait to read you
