USDA Certified Organic Castor oil comes from the plant Ricinus communis, also called the castor plant, naturally found in Africa, India, and South America. The castor beans (technically “seeds”) get pressed into a versatile, pale-yellow vegetable oil with a very distinct flavor and smell. Flavor / Odor / Aroma. There’s no right or wrong way to apply castor oil to your hair some people like to leave it on overnight while others like to massage it into their scalp. The best method for you totally depends on your hair type and concerns. Dip your fingers into a bottle of castor oil and gently massage the product into your scalp. It might take some time to coat each section, but the hydrating results are so worth it. When you’re done, sit under a hair steamer for 20 to 30 minutes to help the oil really penetrate your scalp, and then keep it in until your next wash day. It’s important to keep in mind that hair growth doesn’t happen overnight regardless of what products you’re using. There is no standard as far as how often you should use castor oil, but we’d recommend using it for at least three months. 100% Pure & Natural. Our Organic Castor Oil is 100% Pure & Natural – No Additives, No Chemicals, No Alcohol, No Fragrance, and Not Diluted. Q: Is it really 100% pure? What are the ingredients? There is only one ingredient: 100% Pure & Natural Castor Oil (Ricinus Communis). Q: Does this wash out easily when applying it to your scalp? The oil doesn’t solidify like Coconut oil does… When you apply it (I applied a lot the first time I used it), it actually will drip down either the base of your neck or forehead depending on the amount you use. So definitely will wash out easily, although I recommend doing two lathers after using the castor oil. Q: Will my facial hair grow if I apply castor oil on my face as I would on my scalp and eyelashes? Castor oil will not help hair growth on body areas where it doesn’t grow naturally. A woman applying it on her face will not grow a beard eventually. However, castor oil is an effective hair growth oil when applied on the scalp. Mix it with coconut oil to enhance benefits and consistency for easier application. What are carrier oils? “Carrier Oil” is a term generally used in the contexts of aromatherapy and cosmetic recipes for natural skin and hair care. Carrier oils and essential oils are made from plants. Carrier oils are used to dilute essential oils and “carry” them to your skin. That’s because essential oils are potent and can cause irritation when applied directly to your skin. A Carrier Oil is a vital aspect of an aromatherapy massage or a natural cosmetic such as a soap, bath oil, body oil, cream, lip balm, lotion, or other moisturizer, as it can affect the usefulness of the massage and the color, scent, therapeutic properties, and shelf life of the final product, respectively. Most carrier oils are unscented or lightly scented and don’t interfere with an essential oil’s therapeutic properties. They may be used alone or with other oils to nourish your skin. It is a chemical-free process that involves placing the nuts or seeds in a horizontal press that has an’expeller,’ which is a rotating screw. The screw drives the nuts and seeds through a barrel-shaped hollow and compresses them until the high pressure squeezes out the oil, which seeps out through the opening, while the’meal,’ or the debris, remains inside the barrel. The oil is then filtered, resulting in the finished product. Due to the absence of solvent residues in Cold Pressing, the outcome is cleaner, purer oils that are higher in natural colors and scents. Boost your brows and lashes. Applying a little castor oil daily can help nurture your eyelashes and eyebrows. Because of its moisturizing benefits, castor oil can help condition and thicken the hairs themselves. After applying moisturizer rub castor oil on your knees, elbows, and other dry patches to layer up and seal in moisture. It can be used one to two times per day as needed. Great moisturizer for skin, body, and nails. Help from Hair Fall. You can apply castor oil once a week mixed with methi seed powder and use it as a hair mask along with steam. This helps from hair fall and also makes the roots stronger. This is the natural way to look better with shiny and strong hair. Castor oil also works great on your manicure too. Use a cotton swab to dab a little on your nail beds for extra nourishment. Castor oil has great abilities that help your nails look great. At VELONA, we believe that natural products are the key to a happy life. We source only pure and high-quality ingredients and we stand behind every item that we make, 100%. This product is considered a Non-GMO Product. Not Tested on Animals. 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