Castor oil (Ricinus communis) has been used since Egyptian times as a folk remedy for a wide variety of ailments. Nature’s Shield unrefined castor oil is certified organic and sustainable and is cold-press extracted, for preservation of its naturally derived qualities.
Uses: Skin care, hair care and massage.
- It soothes dry skin. Nature’s Shield cold pressed castor seeds yield superior quality oil which is excellent for massage.
- It can be applied on skin, hair, nails and joints.
- A very light coat on your eyebrows and hair acts as a glossy serum.
- Massage - Castor oil is also one of the few carrier oils that can be used as an emulsifying agent. In cosmetics applications, Castor oil can be used in creams and lotions, body butters, soaps and massage products.
Before applying externally try a skin patch test by rubbing 2mls of oil into the inner wrist and checking the response over twenty-four hours.
Free of hexane.