Castor seed oil has been used for millennia, during which time it has adopted many different uses. We can start thousands of years ago when it was used in areas of East Africa and the Mediterranean as a healing ointment for conditions like dry eye and poor digestion. Heralded as a health and beauty cure-all, castor beans have even been found in ancient Egyptian tombs, and are said to have been a favorite product of Cleopatra herself!
Flash-forward to the mid-1900s, castor oil continues to hold a cultural presence. With references to beloved classics like Tom & Jerry and Little Rascals, it is still used medicinally to soothe upset stomachs. However, its most memorable feature from this time is its pungent taste, which was frequently used by parents as a punishment. It seemed that, for a while, castor oil's beauty benefits were fading into obscurity. However, times have changed once more, and castor oil's incredible skincare benefits will certainly not leave a bad taste in your mouth!
Ancient Egyptians knew that castor oil was good for their skin. Today, with the power of science, we can answer why castor oil is so powerful. One of the major factors that make castor oil so moisturizing is ricinoleic acid - a remarkable fatty acid renowned for its dual action as a moisturizing and anti-inflammatory agent.
As castor oil pulls ricinoleic acid deep into the skin, it begins to battle inflammation and redness, providing much-needed relief for skin conditions like acne and eczema. But that's not all! Castor oil boasts an abundance of antioxidants that actively shield your precious skin cells, warding off premature aging with their mighty protective power. And the best part? Its moisturizing capabilities are so remarkable that your skin will be instantly left feeling soft and supple.
Parkii Organic Skin Care loves natural ingredients that pack a heavy punch of skincare benefits. This is exactly why we’re crazy about castor oil! Try our Maple Serum Elastin Complex to get a taste of castor oil’s ancient, Cleopatra-approved powers.
Parkii Products containing
Castor Oil
Maple Serum Elastin Complex
Benefits of
Castor Oil
Ricinoleic acid provides relief from inflammation
Antioxidizing powers that protect from environmental stressors