Castor Oil
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Castor oil is high in ricinoleic acid. This is a type of monounsaturated fat that helps strengthen the skin barrier — the outer layer of your skin that locks moisture in and keeps irritants out. In this way, having a strong skin barrier is key to healthy skin.
Research suggests that fatty acids like ricinoleic acid may play a key role in maintaining a healthy, resilient skin barrier by filling in gaps between skin cells. It also supports the structure that keeps the skin barrier intact.
This prevents moisture loss that can lead to:
Dryness
Flaking
Redness
Sensitivity
Skin that feels tight and uncomfortable.
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Your skin naturally loses water throughout the day and night. This is called transepidermal water loss.
But castor oil may reduce water loss because it’s an occlusive. Occlusives are thick, moisturizing ingredients that form a physical wall on your skin’s surface to slow down water loss. This helps reduce dryness and keep skin hydrated.
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Research suggests ricinoleic acid has antimicrobial properties. This means it may help slow the growth of certain bacteria on the skin.
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Castor oil helps with hydration. And since well-hydrated skin tends to look plumper, castor oil may help soften the appearance of fine lines, which can be more noticeable when skin is dry or dehydrated.
Castor oil is a type of vegetable oil that comes from the seeds of the castor or Ricinus communis plant.
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Calendula Crown is a cold processed shampoo bar crafted from locally sourced grass-fed tallow, organic castor oil, organic coconut oil, organic olive oil, turmeric, peppermint essential oil, and topped with dried calendula. Formulated to nourish your hair & body.
Calendula Crown is a cold processed shampoo bar crafted from locally sourced grass-fed tallow, organic castor oil, organic coconut oil, organic olive oil, turmeric, peppermint essential oil, and topped with dried calendula. Formulated to nourish your hair & body.
