Castor oil is one of the popular oils due to its hair growth properties. It is widely used in beauty recipes and DIY remedies. Black castor oil is even better than castor oil and has full of skin and hair beneficial compounds and essential fatty acids. Below are the top benefits and uses of black castor oil-
BLACK CASTOR OIL – REPAIR DAMAGED HAIR
Black castor oil is a natural humectant that hydrates hair and prevents drying. It moisturizes the scalp and makes hair healthy! For a hair gel, mix together equal amounts of aloe gel and black castor oil. Mix until it emulsifies nicely and transfer it to a jar. Massage a small amount on freshly washed hair to repair damage and add shine.
BLACK CASTOR OIL – GLOWING SKIN
To make your own body massaging oil, combine together 1 Tbsp of black castor oil, 2 tablespoons melted shea butter and 5 drops lavender oil. Mix well and use it to massage your body before the bath to help treat dry skin due to dry weather, eczema and add a healthy glow.
BLACK CASTOR OIL – THICKER EYEBROWS
In a bowl, add 1/4 cup commercial aloe gel and 1 tablespoon black castor oil. Mix until it emulsifies nicely and transfers to an easy-to-use pump bottle. Use a few drops on your eyebrows before going to bed.
BLACK CASTOR OIL – HAIR GROWTH
Black castor oil works on the scalp and roots more than it works on the length which is why it is a great hair growth-boosting oil! In a bowl, add 1/4 cup black castor oil, 10 drops rosemary oil and 1/3 cup coconut oil. Mix well and apply generously on scalp and hair. Massage for a few minutes and wear a shower cap for 2 hours or overnight. Wash your hair with a good quality shampoo as usual.
BLACK CASTOR OIL – SMOOTH LIPS
In a bowl, add 2 tablespoons shea butter and 1 teaspoon black castor oil. Whip until fluffy and transfer to an easy to use a jar. Use it on lips before bedtime to smooth chapped lips and get baby soft lips.
BLACK CASTOR OIL – HAIR FALL
Black castor oil increases blood flow to the scalp and adds nutrients to hair follicles. This, in turn, helps boosts hair growth and reduces hair fall.
In a bowl, add 1 tablespoon fenugreek powder and 1 teaspoon black castor oil. Whip until fluffy and transfer to an easy to use a jar. Use it on lips before bedtime to smooth chapped lips and get baby soft lips.