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Ricinus Communis Seed Oil

Often labeled as: Castor Oil

The thick, glossy, ricinoleic-rich oil.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 1 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

Cold-pressed from castor beans. It is a highly unique, extremely thick, and glossy oil composed almost entirely of ricinoleic acid, which is strongly antibacterial and anti-inflammatory.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Provides immense shine, heals cracked lips, and conditions eyelashes.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

The absolute backbone of almost every lip gloss and heavy lip balm on the market.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It makes your eyelashes grow longer.

The Science

It deeply conditions and coats the lashes to prevent breakage, making them *appear* thicker, but cannot stimulate new follicle growth.