Castor oil (Ricinus Communis L.)



Updated 30 January 2024

Botanical characteristics

  • Botanical family: Euphorbiaceae
  • Country of origin: India
  • Distilled part: seeds
  • Production process: first cold pressing
  • Latin name: Ricinus Communis L.

Comedogenicity index: 1 (= low comedogenic)

Properties

  • Nutritive, fortifying
  • Anti-inflammatory, analgesic
  • Antiviral, antibacterial
  • Immunostimulant
  • Digestive, laxative

Precautions

HOW TO USE

Cutaneous

AUTHORISED USERS

 Adults and adolescents

 Children under 6 years

 Pregnant and breastfeeding women

 Infants under 3 years old

STORAGE

Store preferably in a cool place, away from light and heat.

Indications