- By Nisha Rana
May 29, 2024
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Category
Health & Wellness
Castor oil is good for your oily acne-prone skin, it’s hard to believe, isn’t it. Not many people know the miracle castor oil can do for your body and health. It’s one of the most underrated ingredients not many people know about but the beauty industry knows and used it in their product. However, I used to have oily skin with severe acne issues. half of my life went to finding the right cure for my type of skin.
What used to work for others was just another failed attempt for me. I had to follow a strict daily skincare routine but still, I would end up with one or two pimples on my face.
Nobody loves a dull and lifeless look on faces, we dream to see the natural glow on our skin and it’s quite unsettling to see the opposite.
The first thing you need to change is your diet, learn how to take it to improve your gut health. And then, we come to this miracle oil, trust me you’re not going to regret it.
What is Castor oil?
Castor oil is extracted from castor beans which come from the Ricinus communis plant. These seeds contain the toxic enzyme ricin in them, which is removed by the heating procedure during the manufacturing process to make the castor oil safe to use for everyone. Castor oil also is one of the remedies for constipation, people who suffer from it should give it a try as it works as a laxative and helps bowel movement but don’t forget that it’s not recommended as a permanent solution for chronic constipation.
How can your skin benefit from it?
There are many reasons why castor oil works great for acne-prone skin. It doesn’t only help you reduce acne but regular use will transform your skin texture and you’ll notice your skin is not oily as it used to be. The result will shock you. Castor oil has properties such as anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and moisturizing, fatty acids, etc.
1. Ricinolein acid
The oil contains Ricinolein acid which can eliminate acne-causing bacteria from deep within your pores as well as it will make your skin smooth and soft on regular use. This happens because of the presence of fatty acids in it.
2. Triglycerides
The oil has a thick texture but still, it has the potential to reach deep into your pores and lock the moisture and keep it hydrated. This is because it contains Triglycerides, a type of fat that we normally have in our body.
If you feel uncomfortable due to the stickiness, you can dilute it with a carrier oil and then apply it. I am used to it so, I don’t dilute it as it’s safe to use on the face. Massage it well on your skin and leave it overnight.
3. Omega-9 Fatty acids
Castor oil can help to restore uneven skin tones since its fatty acids can encourage the formation of healthy skin tissue.
It balances the natural skin oil production, promotes healthy hydration, minimizes breakouts, and diminishes aging symptoms.
The presence of fatty acid is the main reason you get healthy, even toned and younger looking skin. It will help you control oil and gradually will make the effect permanent. This is my experience.
If you’re someone who’s been dealing with painful cysts, I would recommend seeing a doctor because it could be because of poor gut health or imbalanced hormones.
Castor oil is not only beneficial for skin but hair too, if you have dandruff, thin hair, and hair fall issue, castor oil is one of the recommended oil to use as a treatment because of the above-mentioned properties. You’ll definitely benefit from it. If you like to try this method at home, I have tried and I think this is the best recipe for a DIY hair fall treatment spa at home using castor oil.
Does castor oil remove acne scars?
Yes, castor oil does help fade away acne scars over time. Castor oil gets absorbed into our skin pores in the deeper layer and works from there to the top layer of the skin. The presence of ricinoleic acid in the oil helps regenerate new skin cells and remove dead cells which helps lighten the dark spots as well as it is anti inflammatory in nature, it attacks bacteria which may cause infection or acne due to dirt and pollution.
I started applying castor oil to treat my acne and blackhead, it works and gives better results. You should definitely try it, there is no harm or side effects of using castor oil on skin.
Applying castor oil in the night before going to sleep will keep the skin hydrated and soft all day. You can expect scars fading away in 12-14 weeks.
Does castor oil clear pores?
Castor oil is not only used for acne scars, you can use castor oil to keep your pores clean as well as free from bacteria that may cause infection.
Castor oil contains Ricinolein acid that can easily be absorbed by our skin, this is why castor oil is widely known to work from a deeper layer rather than just sitting on the superficial layer of our skin. It removes dead cells from the core and keeps them clean and hygienic. Also, you will notice regular use of castor oil has shrunk the pores.
Where to apply oil for maximum benefit?
For overall health benefits, you should apply castor oil in your navel or belly button every night. The reason being, our navel has more veins that are connected to our organs and body parts. When you apply oil and massage gently, the oil gets absorbed and reaches many parts of your body through the bloodstream. This is the main reason, ayurveda also recommends one to apply oil in the belly button for maximum benefit.
You can also apply castor oil on a specific part of your body or your face for improved results.
How long does it take to remove acne scars by using castor oil?
Castor oil is widely known for its amazing results on acne, acne scars, blackheads, white heads, or any skin infection. However, to get the best results you may have to wait up until 12-14 weeks of time.
Castor oil fades away the acne scars and it also repairs the damaged skin tissue. It will shrunk open pores and give your skin a younger and vibrant glow.
The duration of visible results may vary, it depends on the condition of the damage of your skin layer. Older scars may take more time than new acne scars however, the results can be expected.
I have been using castor oil for my acne and skin problems ever since I found out about this. Castor oil is beneficial for all types of skin. I have oily skin, it helps me get rid of excess oil from my face, reduces the blackheads around my nose, and also keeps my skin hydrated, soft and moisturized. By continuous use of the oil you can prevent many skin problems, keep the acne at bay unless your acne is caused due to hormonal imbalance.
