Ricinus communis
Purely Essential Organic Castor Oil is cold pressed therefore is hexane free, and its refined, completely natural and free of synthetic chemicals. Castor Oil derives from the organic seeds of the castor bean (Ricinus communis) plant. Organic Castor Oil has long been used for its many uses and benefits to health and wellbeing.
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Purely Essential Organic Castor Oil is refined, completely natural, free of synthetic chemicals and it derives from the seeds of the castor bean (Ricinus communis) plant.
It is rich in skin boosting ingredients and it’s fatty acids are natural humectants, which moisturises the skin by preventing skin loss. Almost 90% of its fatty acid content is a specific and rare compound called ricinoleic acid. In addition, castor oil also contains other beneficial salts and esters that mainly act as skin conditioning agents.
Additionally, it has its own pain relieving and anti-inflammatory effects, and moreover, it is the deepest penetrating oil known, making it an excellent carrier oil for essential oils to be used in topical therapeutic purposes.
Research has shown that its anti-inflammatory properties can help treat arthritic conditions including Rheumatism, alleviate backache and muscle pain, soothe chronic headaches, relieve PMS, treat athlete’s foot and even help those with insomnia. Castor oil is also often used as a natural treatment for pain, joint swelling and inflammation associated with arthitic conditions. It is equally ideal in massage oil applied to aching joints, muscles or soft tissue.
Abdominal castor oil packs have shown in scientific studies to significantly increase the production of lymphocytes which are the immune system’s natural “disease fighters’ that attack toxins, bacteria and other percieved threats to the body. Castor oil’s positive affect on the lymphatic system suggests better overall circulation and support to major organs.
Historically, Castor Oil has been used for thousands of years to treat a wide variety of health conditions and has long been regarded as a powerful skin care remedy. Today it is still used to boost lymphatic, circulatory and immune health, and reseach has shown that when applied topically to the skin, it can help prevent infection, reduce irritation and inflammation, improve localised blood flow, shed damaged skin cells and boost the immune system….all which helps the skin’s healing process and can accelerate wound healing. It has shown to be effective against many types of bacteria including Staphylococcus aureas, Esherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Out of all the staphylococcal bacteria, Staphylococcus aureus is considered to be the most dangerous and cause mild to serious skin infections and other concerning staph infection symptoms.
Apply directly to muscles and joints for pain and inflammation relief.
Apply 1-2 tablespoons of Organic Castor Oil to wool flannel or Castor oil pack and place the pack around your abdomen/liver, which is under your right ribcage, to help support optimised liver function, to improve detoxification and hormonal balance, and to reduce inflammation in the liver. Castor oil is prized for its ricinoleic acid, a compound in castor beans believed to help the body rid itself of excess toxins.
Add 2-5 drops of pure essential oil(s) such as Peppermint, Sandalwood, Kunzea, Cedarwood, Frankincense or Ginger to 50ml Organic Castor Oil for an effective pain relieving and anti-inflammatory massage oil blend.
Apply directly to face, skin or hair for moisturising and nourishing benefits.
Castor oil is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers.
If taking medications, always discuss with your doctor before using Castor Oil to ensure there are no significant interactions.
