- ✓ Pure castor oil from the seeds of Ricinus communis
- ✓ Virtually odourless, making it easy to combine with other products
- ✓ Versatile for use on skin and hair
- ✓ Easy to add to your shampoo
- ✓ Available in 118 ml and 473 ml
NOW Foods Castor Oil (118 ml or 473 ml) contains pure castor oil, also known as castor oil or wonder oil, pressed from the seeds of the castor oil plant (Ricinus communis). The oil is virtually odourless, making it easy to use in your daily skin and hair care, or to add to homemade care products. For your skin, simply apply a few drops to the desired area and gently massage them in. For your hair, just add a few drops to your shampoo before washing your hair. Because you only need a small amount at a time, the oil is economical in use and easily fits into your regular care routine.
What is castor oil?
Castor oil is a vegetable oil pressed from the seeds of the castor oil plant (Ricinus communis). The oil is light yellow, virtually odourless, and thicker and more viscous than most other vegetable oils. You might also know it as castor oil or wonder oil.
What is Ricinus communis?
Ricinus communis, also known as the castor oil plant, is a plant from the spurge family. The plant originates from East Africa and is now cultivated in many warm countries, including India. With its large, hand-shaped leaves, it's also a popular ornamental plant.
Why is the oil sometimes cloudy or are there particles inside?
Due to the natural properties of castor oil, the oil may sometimes become slightly cloudy or small particles may be visible. According to NOW Foods, this is normal.
How is castor oil made?
Castor oil is obtained by pressing the seeds of the castor oil plant (Ricinus communis). The oil released during pressing is then filtered and bottled.
Why is castor oil so thick?
Castor oil consists mainly of ricinoleic acid, a fatty acid found almost exclusively in this oil. Due to this fatty acid, castor oil is much thicker and more viscous than, for example, olive oil or almond oil.
What is ricinoleic acid?
Ricinoleic acid is a fatty acid that naturally occurs in the seeds of the castor oil plant. It forms about 85 to 90% of the fatty acids in castor oil and is characteristic of this oil.
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil.
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