{"id":42613,"date":"2016-08-19T13:28:10","date_gmt":"2016-08-19T13:28:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/theindianspot.com\/?p=42613"},"modified":"2016-08-19T13:28:10","modified_gmt":"2016-08-19T13:28:10","slug":"castor-oil-packs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theindianspot.com\/castor-oil-packs\/","title":{"rendered":"CASTOR OIL PACKS"},"content":{"rendered":"

Castor oil comes from the castor seed, native to India. It is extremely high in\u00a0ricinoleic acid, which is thought to be responsible for its health promoting abilities. Ricinoleic acid, an unsaturated omega-9 fatty acid and a hydroxyl acid, has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. Castor oil pack is the best way to utilize this oil for health benefits.\u00a0Here is how you can make and use a castor oil pack, before that let us see some benefits of using these packs:<\/p>\n

\"CASTORBENEFITS:<\/strong><\/p>\n

MOISTURIZE DRY SKIN<\/strong><\/p>\n

Castor oil works as a great moisturizer for dry skin. As it penetrates deep into the skin, it is effective at treating dry, flaky skin patches. The high concentration of fatty acid also promotes healthy and glowing skin and helps with skin conditions like dermatitis, which can cause severely rough, dry skin.<\/p>\n

HELPS WITH STRETCH MARKS<\/strong><\/p>\n

When used during pregnancy, castor oil prevents the formation of stretch marks. Basically, it works as a humectant, helping your skin retain moisture and maintain elasticity. The fatty acids in it maximize the ability of the skin to regenerate tissues to improve the skin strength and texture.<\/p>\n

SOOTHES SUNBURNS AND LIGHTEN SPOTS<\/strong><\/p>\n

The soothing and anti-inflammatory properties of castor oil are beneficial in treating sunburns. The ricinoleic acid in it will protect any sunburn-induced blisters. Along with sunburn, castor oil is even effective at treating hyperpigmentation and clears the skin of spots and marks.<\/p>\n

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS<\/strong><\/p>\n

Castor oil packs helps increases circulation of blood and lymph, enhances the immune system, improves elimination of toxic substances, and promotes the healing of tissues.\u00a0Due to these effects, it can be used to\u00a0decrease pain,\u00a0improve digestion, and help in the treatment of many conditions including uterine fibroids, non-malignant ovarian cysts, headaches, migraines, constipation, intestinal disorders, and gallbladder and liver conditions.<\/p>\n

CASTOR OIL PACK RECIPES:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Recipe 1: You need equal quantities of coconut oil and castor oil. Combine and use it for castor oil packs.<\/p>\n

Recipe 2: Take 1 \u00bd cup castor oil. Add 1 tablespoon of vitamin C oil to it. Combine properly and use it for castor oil packs.<\/p>\n

Recipe 3: For extremely dry skin, this pack can be used. Mix up 1 cup castor oil, 1 cup glycerine and 3 tablespoons lemon juice.<\/p>\n

Recipe 4: You need 1 \u00bd cups castor oil and \u00bd cup sweet almond oil. Combine the 2 ingredients and use it for castor oil pack.<\/p>\n

HOW TO USE THE CASTOR OIL PACKS:<\/strong><\/p>\n