6 Amazing Benefits of Castor Oil: What You Need To Know

Do you want healthy hair?

Or do you struggle with hair loss or does it seem like your hair just won't grow?

Well, there are several ingredients that are essential to healthy hair. One of them is castor oil. 

In recent years beauty bloggers and YouTubers have shined the spotlight on castor oil as an amazing natural ingredient for hair and skin.

However, research has shown that castor oil enhances the health of the hair follicles, and promotes hair growth.

While it is well-known for its amazing health benefits and has been in use for centuries across various industries, its benefits for hair often go unnoticed.

In this article, I will briefly discuss 6 benefits of castor oil to help your hair thrive and feel amazing. 

When castor oil starts to working on your hair, it makes you feel like this . . . 

#1) It Increases Circulation To Your Scalp 

Castor oil is made up of ricinoleic acid, Omega 6 and 9 fatty acids, and Vitamin E which help to stimulate blood flow to the scalp. When this happens, it helps to promote growth because your hair is getting the nutrients that it needs to grow.

#2) Helps Your Hair Retain Moisture

Castor oil is a nutrient-rich humectant, which means that it reduces the loss of moisture in your skin and hair. 

In doing so, it prevents your hair from becoming dry and brittle and  is a good hair treatment for the hair.

If you have dry hair/scalp, then it is a good resource for maintaining moisturized hair.

#3) Castor Oil Strengthens Your Hair

Do you want your hair to be thicker and stronger? 

Using castor oil regularly can help with that as well.

There are many different oils and the best ones for your hair contain vitamin E and omega fatty acids because they can help with brittle hair. 

We recommend using this an all-natural oil combined with other carrier oils and applying it to your hair or scalp for a pre-shampoo treatment before washing and conditioning your hair.

#4) Reduces Inflammation and Fights Fungus

Did you know that castor oil has anti-fungal properties?   

Studies have shown that when castor oil is applied topically, it reduces inflammation and fights fungus that can irritate the scalp and cause hair loss.

If used daily, castor oil can fight off scalp infections so that the hair can maintain its growth and strength.

This will also help control dandruff which is caused by oily scalp and itchiness.

#5) Prevents Breakage

Are you trying to prevent hair breakage?

Castor oil also helps prevent shedding, breakage, and regrowth when applied topically, due to its natural composition of vitamins. 

Using castor oil can help provide conditioning to the hair and appear to fill in the damage on split ends.

Some people do not want to use castor oil because of its smell or because of its thick consistency, which can be a bit heavy.

If that is the case, don’t worry because you can make/mix different oils to get a better solution.

#6) High In Protein

Castor oil is high in protein which maintains hair health.

Consistent use has been reported by many users to help with hair loss, although there are no specific scientific studies to back the claim. 

However, your hair is made of protein and the composition of castor oil is full of good proteins that fortify your hair, helping it to feel stronger over time.

If you are looking for a natural solution that will help your hair grow, then use the castor oil on your hair and scalp as a pre-shampoo treatment before washing it. 

Or, you can apply it to your scalp 2 to 3 times per week to help with dry and itchy scalp.  It is important to focus on nourishing your hair daily, no matter what product you use.

The Key Takeaways

Just in case you don’t have time to read the above information, no worries, I get it! That’s why I have included the key takeaways for you to read below at a quick glance. Castor Oil . . .

It increases circulation to the scalp, which helps promote hair growth

It is a nutrient-rich, humectant that helps your hair retain moisture

Strengthens your hair

Reduces inflammation and fights fungus

Prevents breakage

It is high in protein which helps creates  stronger and healthy hair