Used by ancient Egyptians (as an immunity booster) and in Ayurvedic medicine. Although this is thicker than most other oils, the payoff is that castor oil is loaded with antioxidant vitamin E and fatty acids, so it can hydrate, soothe and offer anti-inflammatory benefits. It is also antimicrobial. Despite common belief, there’s no proof that it grows lashes or brows – it just conditions them so they don’t break as quickly!
Fact checked by Dr Michele Squire, PhD BSc BBus RN, Founder of Qr8 MediSkin