Castor oil has no doubt been all the rage lately, and there are many among us who will wholeheartedly say that all the hype is well deserved (we are among them!). In fact, there are so many potential benefits that go along with castor oil that we couldn’t possibly list them all here.
There are a few different types of castor oil, each beneficial for its own reasons, but Jamaican castor oil is in a class of its own. The major difference between Jamaican black and standard castor oil is in their method of processing.
Regular castor oil generally undergoes more commercial processing, while its Jamaican cousin is most often processed by the older traditional methods and involves the additional step of roasting the castor beans prior to pressing them into an oil. This results in its darker color, whereas other castor oils are usually pale-yellow. Due to this roasting method, Jamaican castor oil also has a higher pH level and is considered alkaline.
Sold in one 4 oz Glass Bottle with dropper.
Among some of its benefits:
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Improves Skin Health - It has excellent emollient properties, is synthetic-free, and is easily absorbed. Just a few uses can yield incredible benefits for your skin. It is also effective as an acne treatment.
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Helps Treat Infections—Jamaican black castor oil's antifungal and antibacterial properties can help stop the spread of bacteria, warding off skin infections. Regular use can also invigorate circulation and blood flow in the body, which promotes healing. **Always consult your physician first of course.
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Can Heal Scars - Regularly massaging Jamaican castor oil into your scars can smooth out some of the fibrous scar tissue and encourage new skin growth, making them less noticeable.
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Benefits For Hair—Nutrients such as vitamin E, omega-6 fatty acids, and omega-9 fatty acids, along with their antibacterial and moisturizing properties, nourish the scalp and improve blood circulation, helping make your scalp fertile land for new hair growth.
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Good for the Gut—Castor oil's ricinoleic acid binds to the receptors on the muscle cells of the intestinal walls, making it a great aid for constipation and a laxative. Castor oil can also be useful inside the body. Ingesting a small amount can help balance gut bacteria and reduce lingering toxins in the digestive system.
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Helps Cure Insomnia - Rubbing a drop or two of the oil on your eyelids at bedtime is an age-old remedy said to ward off insomnia.
So, are you ready to join the many who rave about the many benefits contained within these seeds? Let's see what this "miracle" oil can do for you!
* Disclaimer: It's important to note that while plants have been traditionally used for various health purposes, we make absolutely no claims to diagnose or treat any illness or disease. Please consult with a healthcare professional before using this or any supplement.
