Castor oil can moisturize and nourish the skin and hair. It has many other potential benefits, including reducing split ends, treating acne, and soothing minor skin irritations.
Skin benefits
Moisturizes: Castor oil's fatty acids help restore the skin's moisture balance.
Softens: Castor oil can soften the skin and nails.
Treats acne: Castor oil's antimicrobial properties can help fight acne.
Soothes: Castor oil's anti-inflammatory properties can soothe minor skin irritations, cuts, and insect bites.
Fades dark spots: Castor oil can help fade dark spots and hyperpigmentation.
Hair benefits
Hydrates: Castor oil can hydrate the hair shaft and hair follicles.
Reduces split ends: Castor oil can help reduce split ends.
Strengthens: Castor oil can strengthen hair and reduce breakage.
Soothes scalp: Castor oil can soothe and moisturize an itchy, dry scalp.
Reverses damage: Castor oil can help reverse hair damage caused by harsh shampoo, hair dye, over-drying, and environmental elements.