Castor oil, extracted from the castor bean, may be used for hair growth when you apply it to your scalp. More research is needed, but castor oil contains a compound called ricinoleic acid. This fatty ...

Castor oil is a versatile and natural oil derived from the seeds of the castor bean plant (Ricinus communis). It's known for its rich content of ricinoleic acid, a fatty acid with powerful ...

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If you only associate castor oil with laxatives, it’s time to broaden your scope and consider its many beauty applications—especially this luxurious and sustainable DIY castor oil eyelash serum.