Due to its high content of vitamin E, castor oil is considered an active element for combating skin aging. \ it contains ricinic acid, which is why it is used in shampoos and cosmetics for the eyelids, because it strengthens, grows and protects the eyelashes from mascara. \ \ properties and actions: \ \ \ moisturizes and regenerates the skin, preventing its dehydration. \ it is also rich in vitamins and omega fats, which are essential ingredients for the health of hair and skin. \ it is applied in the treatment of lichen, abscesses and bruises. \ it contains ricinic acid, which is why it is used in shampoos and cosmetics for the eyelids, because it strengthens, grows and protects the eyelashes from mascara. \ \ \ it has a low molecular mass, resulting in the characteristic that it penetrates the skin. \ in fact, it can and does penetrate the stratum corneum, the outer layer of the skin consisting of dead cells. \ \ it is known for treating serious skin problems and infections such as acne, dry skin or eczema, due to its antibacterial and antifungal action. \ \ strengthens and protects eyelashes and eyebrows. \ \ castor oil: do you know how to use it? \ its antimicrobial and antifungal properties make it beneficial for hair health. \ castor oil, or resin oil, castor oil or castor oil as it is known, is a type of vegetable oil produced from the tropical plant castor oil (ricinus communis) and is an excellent moisturizing oil with amazing properties for hair, eyelashes and eyebrows. \ it is rich in omega-9 fatty acids and vitamins and is one of the most valuable essential oils related to hair growth and strengthening. \ it has a thick texture and with frequent use its results are spectacular! \ \ you can mix it with any other essential oil that helps in the growth and hydration of your hair. \ ideally, we recommend coconut oil, argan or almond oil. \ \ how to use it to moisturize your hair: \ take a little oil in your palm and run it through your hair from roots to ends and massage gently with your fingertips. \ you can apply it to dry or slightly damp hair. \ if you have lavender water, spray your hair before applying it, because castor oil has a thick texture and will help you spread it more easily from roots to ends. \ let the oil act on your hair for 1 hour before rinsing it with lukewarm water and shampoo. \ alternatively, apply the castor oil before going to bed. \ wash your hair the next morning. \ to avoid getting your pillow dirty, cover your head with a towel or any clean, cotton cloth. \ \ how to remove castor oil from your hair: \ because as we already mentioned, castor oil is thick, it can be a little difficult to remove it from your hair. \ that's why we'll tell you a nice secret. \ using a conditioner or hair mask 30 minutes before shampooing, will help you remove the castor oil very easily. \ \ Apply the shampoo before wetting your hair and follow with a good shampoo. \ It is important that the shampoo you choose is suitable for your hair type. \ Choose an organic shampoo that is free of SLS, parabens and chemical additives. \ \ The benefits of castor oil for hair: \ \ It is rich in vitamins essential for healthy and strong hair, it has long been used to treat many hair problems, including hair loss. \ \ It helps promote hair growth in more ways than one. When it enters the scalp, it encourages circulation to the follicles, making them healthier and more willing to produce hair. \ \ Moisturizes the scalp, preventing dryness and improving the appearance of dry, rough and brittle hair. \ \ thanks to its antiseptic and antifungal properties, castor oil above all improves the quality of the scalp by destroying infections caused by organisms, resulting in shiny hair and increased hair growth. \ \ of course its properties do not stop only with hair: try using it every night just before going to bed, apply a small amount of castor oil to your eyebrows. \ \ you can either soak make-up pads or place the castor oil in a clean empty mascara bottle, even with a cotton swab, being careful not to "run" the oil into the face or eyes. \ repeat the process every night to see the desired results. \ one ...