7 incredible benefits of castor oil

Who doesn’t want flawless, glowing skin and bouncy hair? These are everyone’s primary beauty concerns and the apprehension that builds with trying to be perfect often has most resorting to chemical-laden products or unnecessary treatments.

But there are better, healthier ways to get that perfect look, according to NDTV and castor oil is one of them.

Castor oil is the pale yellow liquid extracted from castor seeds and is very rich in antioxidants. It is also considered a natural beauty ingredient that can solve most of your skin and hair problems. We tell you some benefits of castor oil.

Here are 7 benefits of castor oil for skin and hair:

1. Clears acne

The problem with most beauty products is that they strip the oil out of your skin. Fortunately, fatty acids in castor oil help restore the skin’s natural moisture balance. So apply it gently on your face, massage in circular motions and leave it overnight.

2. Gives healthy, shiny hair

According to dermatologist Dr. Deepali Bhardwaj, others oils only provide external nourishment. But castor oil is the best oil to enrich your scalp. It contains ricinoleic acid and omega-6 fatty acids which when massaged onto the scalp, help improve hair growth.

3. Prevents hair fall

You can also mix castor oil with methi seed powder and use it as a hair mask once a week, along with steam This prevents hair fall and also makes the roots stronger.

4. Natural cure for styes

Castor oil is also known for its natural anti-bacterial properties. Apply a drop of castor oil over the stye at least two to three times in a day for effective results, as shared in William’s book.

5. Treats wrinkles

Another piece of advice that William’s book offers is that castor oil can be a great natural remedy for wrinkles. It penetrates into the skin and boosts the production of collagen which softens and hydrates the skin.

6. Soothes dry skin

If you are troubled with a scaly underfoot, especially during winters, castor oil can be applied along with crushed kapur which helps in deep exfoliation and softening skin. For people with severely dry skin or dry hair, castor oil can be used once a week, but remember that no treatment should be done excessively.

7. Relieves constipation

In addition to all its beauty benefits, castor oil also acts as a laxative. Researchers have discovered that the main fatty acid in castor oil called ricinoleic, binds to receptors on the muscle cells of your intestinal walls. This causes those muscles to contract and push out stool, relieving constipation. This works effectively and quickly when taken during the day.

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