Castor oil

Castor oil has regenerating, moisturising and healing properties. Its moisturising effects make it particularly helpful. Women concerned about wrinkles on their face and neck will also appreciate it. Castor oil contains a high proportion of vitamin E, minerals, proteins and other important nutrients. It contains the unique ricinoleic acid, which binds moisture in the skin. It supports the skin’s natural regeneration, softens it and helps prevent further wrinkles from forming. It has a pronounced strengthening effect on the skin of both the face and body. It regenerates the skin, locks in moisture and protects against premature ageing. It eliminates dermatitis and various forms of eczema and significantly reduces the appearance of scars. This oil is obtained by pressing the seeds of the castor plant, a tropical plant native to Africa. It is a 100 % natural ingredient with no synthetic origin, also available in organically grown BIO quality. Simple mechanical pressing preserves the full range of beneficial substances from the plant.

Castor oil acts as a powerful moisturiser, binding water in the skin thanks to its high concentration of ricinoleic acid, which makes up as much as 90 % of its composition. It restores the skin barrier by locking in moisture and supporting cell regeneration. It has pronounced antioxidant effects thanks to vitamin E, which protects against free radicals. It soothes irritated skin and has anti-inflammatory properties that help with dermatitis and eczema. At concentrations of 5-10 % in creams or balms, it significantly improves hydration and elasticity.

It is particularly recommended for dry, dehydrated, sensitive and mature skin, providing intensive hydration and reducing wrinkles. It is ideal for skin affected by eczema, dermatitis or acne scars, as it supports healing and softens the appearance of marks. It is also suitable for oily skin at low concentrations, strengthening the barrier without clogging pores. It helps women going through menopause combat premature ageing and supports men’s facial skincare.

A clinical study published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology (2011) showed that castor oil at concentrations of 2-5 %, applied topically for 4 weeks, significantly reduced inflammation in skin lesions by 68 % in patients with dermatitis, as measured by reductions in redness and itching. Further research in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences (2018) confirmed that ricinoleic acid inhibits the expression of the pro-inflammatory cytokines IL-6 and TNF-α by 45-60 % in vitro, thereby supporting the healing of wounds and scars.