Castor Seed Oil USP

Castor oil, extracted from the seeds of the Ricinus communis plant, is a versatile oil with applications in medicine, beauty, industry, and agriculture. Castor Carrier Oil is one of the few oils that can be used as an emulsifying agent. It also acts as a protective barrier on your skin that will protect against harsh environmental conditions. Castor Carrier Oil is used in massage therapy, aromatherapy, and in manufacturing (particularly as a conditioning agent in hair care products). 

Here are its key uses:

1. Medicinal Uses

• Laxative: A natural remedy for constipation when taken in small doses.

• Anti-inflammatory: Helps reduce pain and swelling in arthritis and sore muscles.

• Wound Healing: Used to treat minor cuts, burns, and infections.

• Immune Booster: Helps improve lymphatic drainage and circulation.

2. Skin & Hair Care

• Moisturizer: Hydrates dry skin and reduces wrinkles.

• Acne Treatment: Has antibacterial properties that help fight acne.

• Hair Growth: Promotes thicker hair, prevents hair fall, and treats dandruff.

• Lip Care: Used in lip balms to prevent chapped lips.

3. Industrial Uses

• Lubricant: Used in machinery, engines, and high-performance lubricants.

• Cosmetics: Found in lipsticks, mascaras, and skincare products.

• Soap & Detergents: Used in making biodegradable soaps and surfactants.

4. Agricultural Uses

• Pesticide & Fungicide: Protects plants from pests and fungal infections.

• Organic Fertilizer: Castor cake (residue after oil extraction) is used to enrich soil.

Color: Pale yellow to golden yellow liquid. 

Aromatic Description: Castor Carrier Oil has very little scent characteristic of most carrier oils. 

Consistency: Typical and Characteristic of Carrier Oils. 

Absorption: By design, Castor Oil will remain on the surface of the skin, acting as a barrier.

Origin: INDIA