Health and beauty benefits of castor oil

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Castor oil is extracted from the castor plant and is widely used in skin care and health. In particular, castor oil is considered one of the best oils for moisturizing and softening the skin.

1. What is castor oil?

Castor oil is a non-volatile fatty oil extracted from the seeds of the castor plant, scientifically known as Ricinus communis, of the Spurge family (Euphorbiaceae).
Castor oil is one of the oldest plant species of mankind. Castor tree is characterized as a small tree up to 4-5m high, young branches are all powdery white; leaves with deep propeller lobes, serrated margins; long stalk; Inflorescence apex or leaf axils, red. Capsule green or light purple, with soft spines, inside contains 3 seeds. Seeds oval, smooth surface, gray-brown, with red or dark brown veins.
Castor oil has been used for a long time in food, cosmetics and health care support. Inside castor oil there are chemical components such as fatty acids, flavonoids, phenolic compounds, amino acids, terpenoids and phytosterols. In which, nearly 90% of fatty acids have specific and rare compounds, which are ricinoleic acid.

2. The benefits of castor oil for health and beauty

Castor oil contains many ingredients that bring high value to health and beauty as well. Some of the effects of castor oil are as follows:
Treat constipation The most commonly used use of castor oil is its natural laxative ability. The mechanism of action of this oil is that it can enhance the movement of the muscles that push waste, thereby helping to clear the digestive tract and relieve constipation.
This oil is used for both adults and children with constipation. However, it is considered a natural remedy for temporary constipation, for long-term improvement need to adjust the diet and pay attention not to use castor oil much because it will cause side effects such as cramps. , diarrhea .
Castor oil for stretch marks Castor oil is rich in the unsaturated fatty acid ricinoleic acid. These types of fats help retain moisture and potentially prevent skin dehydration. So castor oil is used in quite a few creams against stretch marks during pregnancy or weight loss.
Although this is a fairly safe natural remedy, sometimes allergic reactions are still possible. Therefore, it is recommended to apply a moderate amount on a small area of ​​skin before using a large amount.
Helps to quickly heal open wounds. Applying clean castor oil to the wound will create a favorable environment to promote tissue growth, reduce dryness, prevent sores, and reduce the risk of infection. In addition, castor oil inhibits the accumulation of dead skin cells that delay wound healing.
Castor Oil Anti-Inflammatory Pain Relief The ricinoleic acid in this oil has powerful anti-inflammatory properties. Studies have shown that applying oil to the skin helps reduce inflammation and pain. This is a researched and proven effect, reducing pain and inflammation in diseases such as bones, joints, injuries...
Castor oil helps reduce acne Acne is a condition that can be encountered in many different ages, affect the aesthetics and confidence of many people. Some of the uses of castor oil in the treatment of acne can be mentioned as: Helps remove dead skin cells, fight bacteria, fungi, viruses and remove excess oil and dirt that are clogging pores. hair . Not only that, the high fatty acid content aids in fading dark spots by penetrating damaged skin tissue, promoting healthy skin cell growth.
Castor oil for oral thrush Castor oil has antifungal properties and can help us fight candida, keeping our teeth healthy.
Castor oil helps to condition hair and clears dandruff Castor oil is especially good for people with dry and damaged hair because it has strong moisturizing properties. The fats from this oil also help lubricate the hair shaft, increase flexibility, and reduce the likelihood of breakage.
Also, castor oil can improve dandruff problem. Thanks to its moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties, castor oil helps relieve symptoms of dandruff.

Helps treat some eye diseases
Helps treat dry eyes: This castor oil is one of the best natural remedies for dry eyes.. Castor oil helps to provide moisture and lubrication to the eyes. Eyes should avoid dry eyes. Cataract treatment: Castor oil is known to be an effective way to prevent early cataracts. Prevents eye infections: Castor oil can be used to fight microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses. Instead of using eye drops, you can use castor oil as it is safer and provides some other benefits for the eyes.

3. How to use castor oil

Used to treat constipation:
Take 1 tablespoon of castor oil before you go to bed or use it with orange juice because it has a bitter taste that is quite difficult to drink. Should not be taken for more than 3 days to avoid the risk of diarrhea. To treat constipation in young children, you can rub oil gently around the anal area to soften this area, making it easier to pass stool. Used to limit stretch marks, reduce pain, heal wounds quickly:
Rub this oil on dry skin or at risk of stretch marks. Should be massaged at night before going to bed. For pain relief and wound healing, apply oil to the affected area. How to use castor oil to treat acne is as follows:
First steam your face with hot water for about 10 to 15 minutes Take 1 tablespoon of castor oil, rub it on your face and leave it on for 45 to 60 minutes, then wash your face. Do it about 2 times a week. Oral thrush:
Gargling with oil for 10 to 15 minutes after waking up helps repel fungal infections of the teeth and improves enamel color. Hair care:
Apply a sufficient amount of oil to the scalp and massage will help moisturize the dry scalp. Incubate for about 10 to 15 minutes and then wash your hair. Eye disease support:
Experts recommend putting a drop of castor oil in each eye before going to bed at night. The duration of use can be from 2 to 6 weeks. Note, although this is a safe natural oil, it can still cause some unhealthy effects. Some effects can be seen such as allergies, diarrhea and should not be used by pregnant women because it can cause miscarriage due to increased uterine muscle contractions.

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