{"product_id":"castor-oil","title":"Castor Oil","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"shogun-root\" data-shogun-id=\"5cada74ff533aa005cbab5b2\" data-shogun-site-id=\"22c3bc72-f6d9-4c90-8d91-baba0f572abe\" data-shogun-page-id=\"5cada74ff533aa005cbab5b2\" data-shogun-page-version-id=\"64131bf483217400cbba8a09\" data-shogun-platform-type=\"shopify\" data-shogun-variant-id=\"64131bf483217400cbba8a84\" data-shogun-page-type=\"product\" data-shogun-power-up-type=\"\" data-shogun-power-up-id=\"\" data-region=\"main\"\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"s-212ac968-d1d5-40e6-96f9-4a162bdcff2c\" class=\"shg-c \"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eINCI: Ricinus Communis Seed Oil\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA natural oil that’s commonly used to nourish and repair hair. This excellent emollient will moisturise and protect the skin when used in massage treatments, creams, lotions, serums, and balms.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv id=\"s-cb00bcb2-4f2c-4448-adcd-62f3fa25e43a\" class=\"shg-c \"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-wrapper\" data-multi=\"\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion shogun-accordion-active\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-heading\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-header\"\u003e \u003ch4 class=\"shogun-accordion-title\"\u003e PRODUCT DESCRIPTION \u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-icon shogun-icon-chevron\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-body shogun-accordion-active\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c \" id=\"s-4739b2a3-f559-4b7b-8883-1c771f5e3e46\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-row\" data-col-grid-mode-on=\"\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c-lg-6 shg-c-md-6 shg-c-sm-6 shg-c-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"s-172232f0-caf3-4335-b880-340f8aede263\" class=\"shg-c \"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eCastor oil is a clear yellow oil with a thick consistency and neutral scent obtained by cold pressing the seeds of the castor plant. This pure oil contains several skin and hair-boosting properties, has many uses in cosmetics and provides excellent results in a wide range of homemade products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eThis oil is often used alongside thinner carrier oils for increased slip on the skin. Try blending it with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aromantic.co.uk\/products\/organic-sweet-almond-oil\"\u003esweet almond oil\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aromantic.co.uk\/products\/organic-jojoba-oil\"\u003ejojoba oil\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aromantic.co.uk\/products\/apricot-kernel-oil\"\u003eapricot kernel oil\u003c\/a\u003e to balance castor oil’s natural thickness. This oil is also very stable and takes a long time to oxidise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eCastor oil is an ideal ingredient to incorporate into moisturisers and cleansing products and is particularly suitable for dry or damaged skin. As an emollient, castor oil softens and hydrates the skin, while its semi emulsifying qualities enable it to bind oil and water together and drag dirt and grease towards itself. Use it in oils, lotions, or gels — this versatile oil is a store cupboard essential that can do it all.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCautions\/Contraindications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eAvoid using castor oil during pregnancy as it may potentially cause false contractions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c-lg-6 shg-c-md-6 shg-c-sm-6 shg-c-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"s-e8c79d7e-b98f-4871-8b21-da218eacc9b0\" class=\"shg-c \"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Fatty Acid Profile of Castor Oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eC16:0 Palmitic Acid: 1% to 2%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eC18:0 Stearic Acid: 1% to 3%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eC18:1 Oleic Acid (Omega 9): 2% to 5%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eC18:1 Ricinoleic Acid (Omega 9): 85% to 90%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eC18:2 Linoleic Acid (Omega 6): 3% to 7%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eOur castor oil has SAP value of 177-187.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCosmetic Functions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eAccording to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ec.europa.eu\/growth\/tools-databases\/cosing\/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.details_v2\u0026amp;id=37514\"\u003eCosmetic Ingredient Database\u003c\/a\u003e (CosIng), the functions of castor oil are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eFragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003ePerfuming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eSkin conditioning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-heading\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-header\"\u003e \u003ch4 class=\"shogun-accordion-title\"\u003e HOW TO USE IT \u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-icon shogun-icon-chevron\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c \" id=\"s-169a04ec-707d-4c20-acf7-2c97f0716946\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-row\" data-col-grid-mode-on=\"\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c-lg-6 shg-c-md-6 shg-c-sm-6 shg-c-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"s-d7d32467-ab13-47d8-911d-920f83f9e6fb\" class=\"shg-c \"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eUse 1% to 100%. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eCastor oil is oil-soluble and should not be used in water-only products. However, you may use small amounts in water-based gels, where the oil is held in suspension.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eWhen making creams and lotions, castor oil is heat tolerant and can be used in the fat stage (stage 1).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eFor boosting shine and glossiness in dull, dry, or tired skin, blend castor oil with drier oils that enhance the skin in the same way. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aromantic.co.uk\/products\/organic-camelina-oil\"\u003eCamelina\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aromantic.co.uk\/products\/avocado-oil\"\u003eavocado\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aromantic.co.uk\/products\/moringa-oil\"\u003emoringa\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aromantic.co.uk\/products\/borage-oil\"\u003eborage\u003c\/a\u003e oils are all suitable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCastor Oil Uses for Skin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eHydrates, softens and soothes the skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eGives the skin and lips a healthy shine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eBoosts the suppleness and flexibility of skin to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eNourishes and protects dry or damaged skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eHigh in skin-boosting nutrients such as vitamin E and omega-6.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eSlow to absorb into the skin, providing time to work for different muscle groups when used as a massage oil. When making your massage oil blends or creams, use up to 15%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c-lg-6 shg-c-md-6 shg-c-sm-6 shg-c-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"s-24090825-f5fb-4732-850e-945ff41fb03f\" class=\"shg-c \"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eCastor oil makes an excellent cleanser and is easy to wipe off, leaving no residue and increased softness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eIt is popular for use in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=aromantic.co.uk+soap+making\u0026amp;rlz=1C5CHFA_enGB973GB973\u0026amp;oq=aromantic.co.uk+soap+making\u0026amp;aqs=chrome..69i57.4614j0j9\u0026amp;sourceid=chrome\u0026amp;ie=UTF-8\"\u003esoap-making\u003c\/a\u003e as it helps to stabilise the lather when it’s been saponified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eGentle enough for use on babies and makes a fantastic nappy rash balm, simultaneously cleansing and protecting the skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eIt can be incorporated into many cosmetic products, from creams and lotions to serums, balms, and gels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCastor Oil Uses for Hair:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eCastor oil locks moisture into the hair shaft for a soft and healthy feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eIt provides strength and thickness for healthy locks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eIt can be used as a scalp treatment to soothe dry skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eUse it in conditioners for remarkable softness and shine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eSuitable for dry or damaged hair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eIt also thickens brow and lash hair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-heading\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-header\"\u003e \u003ch4 class=\"shogun-accordion-title\"\u003e RECIPES \u0026amp; BLENDS \u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-icon shogun-icon-chevron\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c \" id=\"s-8c3635fd-3e97-489c-8ece-dfa50085ba4f\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-row\" data-col-grid-mode-on=\"\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c-lg-11 shg-c-md-11 shg-c-sm-11 shg-c-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"s-0dcc42bb-a1da-4cc2-ba8b-21fc8ee3bf12\" class=\"shg-c \"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003eDiscover how versatile and nourishing castor oil is by incorporating it into your favourite skin and hair care recipes. Discover some of our favourite ways to use it below:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aromantic.co.uk\/blogs\/recipes\/bath-shower-oil\"\u003eLuxury Bath \u0026amp; Shower Oil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aromantic.co.uk\/blogs\/recipes\/glossy-hair-oil\"\u003eGlossy Hair Oil\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Raleway;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aromantic.co.uk\/blogs\/recipes\/every-day-cleanser\"\u003eEveryday Cleanser\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c-lg-1 shg-c-md-1 shg-c-sm-1 shg-c-xs-12\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-heading\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-header\"\u003e \u003ch4 class=\"shogun-accordion-title\"\u003e TECHNICAL DOCUMENTS \u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-icon shogun-icon-chevron\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shogun-accordion-body\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c \" id=\"s-196694d3-cdf4-4389-9e62-967b1b656882\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-row\" data-col-grid-mode-on=\"\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c-lg-6 shg-c-md-6 shg-c-sm-6 shg-c-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"s-b636d490-5a75-4769-bff1-8668519dfe27\" class=\"shg-c \"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere is a link to all non batch specific documents for this product \u003ca title=\"Link to Technical Documents\" href=\"https:\/\/aromanticltd.sharepoint.com\/:f:\/s\/TechnicalDocuments\/ErSJUENyZSJMuJCHss9OPocB_FL7QkRVeTpxDFkfAHen6Q?e=nPJMAS\"\u003eLink to Technical Documents\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-c-lg-6 shg-c-md-6 shg-c-sm-6 shg-c-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"s-9c3ea68d-0464-4d06-a67a-2baaf5f4867e\" class=\"shg-c \"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"shg-rich-text shg-theme-text-content\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you have any questions about the documents or need the Certificate of Analysis (COA) for a product which you have recived, then please request that \u003ca title=\"Request Certificate Of Analysis (COA)\" href=\"https:\/\/aromantic.co.uk\/pages\/request-technical-documents\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aromantic UK","offers":[{"title":"100 ml","offer_id":56203073356151,"sku":"20425","price":4.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 ml","offer_id":56203073388919,"sku":"20426","price":8.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Litre","offer_id":56203073421687,"sku":"20427","price":12.43,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Litre","offer_id":56203073454455,"sku":"20428","price":45.76,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Litre","offer_id":56203073487223,"sku":"20429","price":74.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"23 Kg","offer_id":56203073519991,"sku":"20431","price":166.64,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0590\/3427\/1896\/files\/castor-oilcarrier-oils-4275903.png?v=1763550139","url":"https:\/\/www.herbalshire.com\/products\/castor-oil","provider":"Herbalshire Handmade Herbal Products","version":"1.0","type":"link"}