Currently, we’re studying up oncastor oil.
Believe it or not, castor oil has been used for millennia.
The natural oil is believed to have properties that encouragehair growth, health, andthickness.
Liz deSousa for BYRDIE
Meet the Experts
What Is Castor Oil?
Castor Oil
jot down of Ingredient: Hydrator, strengthener.
Main benefits: Nourishes the scalp and protects strands.
How often can you use it: Use once per week for 20-30 minutes as a treatment.
It is an oil, so a little goes a long way.
Works well with: Carrier oils such as coconut (or other ingredients that impart moisture to hair).
Don’t use with: There are no known ingredients that negatively interfere with castor oil.
There’s also anecdotal evidence to suggest it can be effective on the eyelashes and eyebrows.
According toherbalist Katie Pande, overnight castor oil treatments can be great for addressing split ends.
There are no studies to support the use of castor oil for preventing or reversing gray hair.
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