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Organic Castor Oil
Cold-Pressed
COSMOS Approved
Emollient
Skin Conditioning
£4.46 GBP (Zero Rated VAT)
£4.46
/
100ml
Cold-pressed organic carrier oil, very stable
Rich in ricinoleic fatty acids for nourishment
Deeply nourishing, slow-absorbing emollient for skin
Adds shine and locks moisture into hair
Ideal for homemade cosmetics, massage and haircare
Organic Castor Oil
£4.46 GBP (Zero Rated VAT)
£4.46
/
100ml
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Castor oil is a clear to pale yellow oil derived from cold-pressed castor seeds. Although the seed of the castor plant contains lethal protein ricin, the extraction process denatures this protein, leaving an oil that’s safe to use. Our organic castor oil is very stable and takes a long time to oxidise.
Castor oil is a natural emollient, making it a fantastic soother and softener for dry, damaged skin. You can also use organic castor oil in cosmetic cleansing products, as it has strong cleansing properties and the ability to bind oil and water together.
This oil is known for its protective qualities. As well as being applied to the skin, it is often used to repair and replenish damaged hair or strengthen fragile nails. Incorporate it into a range of homemade cosmetics for excellent results.
Cautions/Contraindications:
Do not use castor oil during pregnancy as it may potentially cause uterine contractions.
Typical Fatty Acid Profile of Organic Castor Oil:
| Palmitic Acid C16:0 | Stearic Acid C18:0 | Oleic Acid (Omega 9) C18:1 | Ricinoleic Acid (Omega 9) | Linoleic Acid (Omega 6) C18:2 |
| Max 2% | Max 2.5% | 2% to 7% | 82%-95% | 1% to 7% |
Our organic castor oil has a saponification value of 170-187.
Cosmetic Functions:
The Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng) lists castor oil as “fragrance”, “perfuming”, and “skin conditioning”.
- Use 1% to 100%.
- Organic castor oil is oil-soluble and unsuitable for use in water-only products. However, small amounts can be used in water-based gels that will hold the oil in suspension.
- This oil is heat stable and can be used in the fat stage (stage 1) when creating creams and lotions.
Add some slip to castor oil by blending it with other carrier oils such as jojoba oil, sweet almond oil or apricot kernel oil.
Benefits of Organic Castor Oil for Skin
- Emollient — softens and soothes the skin, keeping it supple.
- Incredibly nourishing and hydrating, especially on dry or damaged skin.
- High in vitamin E and essential unsaturated fatty acids like omega-6.
- It is absorbed by the skin slowly, making it an excellent ingredient in massage creams and after-sport treatments. Use up to 15% in massage products for the perfect blend.
- Its natural cleansing properties make organic castor oil ideal for use in cleansing oils, lotions, and gels. Wipes off easily with a damp cloth, leaving skin feeling soft and refreshed.
- Lubricates the skin while cleansing to form a protective barrier. This makes it perfect for use in baby products like nappy rash balm.
- Increases skin flexibility, helping to keep signs of premature ageing at bay.
- Adds shine to the skin and lips — try using it in lip balms or face and body oils for glowing skin.
- It is often used in soap making as it helps to stabilise the lather when it has been saponified.
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Easy to use in face and body oils, lotions, massage treatments, serums, healing balms, and more.
Benefits of Organic Castor Oil for Hair
- Organic castor oil helps to lock moisture into the hair shaft.
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Add to hair packs and conditioners to soften the hair and add shine.
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It can be used as a soothing scalp treatment.
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Repairs and replenishes dry or damaged hair.
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Strengthens and thickens the hair.
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Thickens brows and lashes.
Organic castor oil provides great results across an extensive range of cosmetic products. Below are some of our favourite recipes using this versatile ingredient:
Here is a link to all non batch specific documents for this product Link to Technical Documents
If 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 here.
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A lovely product
"A lovely product"
Castor oil
"A little goes a long way. I like to add this to hair serums"
Great oil
"Great moisture lock with hair and skin."
Lovely Product as Always
"I was very pleased with my Castor Oil, and thank you so much for bringing it to my attention, that it was back in stock. You are a top Company with many quality lovely products."
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"Good product, recommend"
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"The quality is good. I used it for making a hair cream. And i am satisfied with the end product. Would buy grom tou guys again. ❤️"
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Q&A
- Is your organic castor oil hexane free?
- Thank you for your enquiry. Yes, it does not contain Hexane.
- Good evening, I hope this message finds you well. I am in the process of sourcing high-quality organic oils for a new line of products I am developing. I am particularly interested in your organic castor oil, organic black seed oil, organic rosehip oil, and organic sweet almond oil. Are you able to provide samples of these oils for evaluation? I am looking to establish a long-term relationship with a reliable supplier, and your products could be a great fit for our needs. Please let me know if you require any additional information from my end or if there are specific procedures for requesting samples. Thank you for your time and assistance. I look forward to your response. Best regards, Elmira
- Hi Elmira, thanks for getting in touch and interest in our ingredients. The Organic Castor oil is currently out of stock but the other ingredients are available to purchase on the website in small volumes for testing purposes, some as little as 30ml. You can also find the Technical Documents on the product pages. Our Organic certifications and trading schedules can be found here https://aromantic.co.uk/pages/organic-certification-soil-association-cosmos You can also direct any enquiries to info@aromantic.co.uk and we will get back to you.
- Can you tell me when the castor oil organic will be back in stock?
- Thank you for your enquiry. Unfortunately we don't have a lead time at the moment. Sorry we can't help on this occasion.
- Is this suitable for eyelids please ?
- Thank you for your enquiry. Yes, the Castor Oil can be used on the eyelids but I would recommend a patch test is carried out first and to avoid getting it in the eyes as it could irritate the eyes.
- Is your organic castor oil contained in plastic or glass bottles? I look forward to your respone. Thank you.
- Our organic castor oil is supplied in plastic bottles.
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