Castor Oil (USP)
Castor oil (USP) is pressed from the Ricinus Communis seeds and offers a variety of cosmetic and therapeutic properties.
Castor oil happens to be one of the most widely-used ingredients in skin care products, soaps, massage oils and folk remedies.
Castor Oil Uses and Benefits
Castor seeds contain between 40% and 60% oil that is rich in triglycerides, which help protect the skin from moisture loss.
Castor oil can be applied directly to skin and and can help restore the skin's natural luster and youthful appearance.
Castor oil is known to stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, thus reducing fine lines, wrinkles, and stretch marks.