{"product_id":"rizinusol","title":"Castor oil","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCastor Oil – Cold-pressed Care Oil from Ricinus communis\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCastor oil\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eRicinus oil\u003c\/strong\u003e, is extracted from the seeds of the castor bean plant (\u003cem\u003eRicinus communis\u003c\/em\u003e). This characteristically viscous vegetable oil is one of the classic oils in natural care and has been used for generations for \u003cstrong\u003eskin, hair, eyelashes, eyebrows, and body care\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur castor oil is offered as a \u003cstrong\u003ecold-pressed vegetable oil\u003c\/strong\u003e and is suitable for both daily care routines and traditional applications for body and well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable quantities:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 ml | 500 ml\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients and Natural Properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% castor oil from \u003cem\u003eRicinus communis\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCastor oil is particularly characterized by its high content of \u003cstrong\u003ericinoleic acid\u003c\/strong\u003e. It also contains other natural fatty acids and plant-based accompanying substances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oil is naturally:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003erich and viscous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eintensely nourishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003esuitable for dry skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eversatile for skin and hair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional and Historical Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCastor oil has a long history in various European, Asian, and Oriental traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, it was used both externally and internally and was particularly valued for its versatile properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSkin Care\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCastor oil is traditionally used for the care of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003edry and rough skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003estressed skin areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ehands and feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003edry cuticles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003echapped body areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts rich, adhesive consistency makes it particularly suitable for intensive care and massage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHair, Eyelashes, and Eyebrows\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCastor oil is one of the best-known vegetable oils for \u003cstrong\u003ehair and eyelash care\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, it is used for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003edry hair ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003edamaged hair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003edry scalp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eeyelashes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eeyebrows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ebeard care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003enail care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oil can be applied precisely and sparingly and is particularly suitable for intensive conditioning treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBody Care and Massage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to its dense consistency, castor oil is traditionally also used as a massage and care oil. It can be used pure or combined with lighter vegetable oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTraditional Internal Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCastor oil also traditionally holds a firm place in herbal medicine and was historically used primarily in connection with digestion and natural bowel evacuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, this traditional use is to be distinguished from external cosmetic care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModern Plant Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRicinoleic acid, the characteristic main component of castor oil, is extensively studied and is responsible for the special physical properties of this vegetable oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn modern cosmetics and natural care, castor oil is particularly valued for its:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003elipid-replenishing properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ehigh viscosity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003enourishing effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003esuitability for dry skin and hair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003egood combinability with other vegetable oils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApplication\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSkin and Body\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a small amount to the desired skin area and gently massage in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHair\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork a small amount into hair ends or scalp. For very dry or damaged hair, the oil can be used as an intensive treatment before shampooing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEyelashes and Eyebrows\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply sparingly with a clean applicator. Avoid contact with eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMassage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply directly to the skin as needed or mix with a lighter vegetable oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTraditional Internal Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe internal use of castor oil is a traditional application with a significantly stronger effect on the intestines. It should not be understood as a general daily routine and should only be done according to an appropriate product specification and professional recommendation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes and Restrictions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly use high-quality castor oil of suitable quality internally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not get into eyes and do not apply to severely irritated or broken skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use if there is a known hypersensitivity to castor oil or any component.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor initial external use, a compatibility test on a small skin area is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor use in children and during pregnancy and lactation, professional advice should be sought before internal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place, protected from light. 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