Ricinus

Ricinus

INCI Name: Ricinus communis (Castor) seed oil

Castor oil is a vegetable oil pressed from castor beans, the seeds of the beautyful plant Ricinus communis. The seeds are 40 to 60 percent oil. Castor oil has been used orally to relieve constipation. The laxative effect of castor oil is attributed to ricinoleic acid.


Castor oil has been used in cosmetic products included in creams and as a moisturizer, also it is believed to be an excellent eyelash and hair growth stimulant.

products containing Ricinus active ingredient:
  • It increases collagen production in the skin by increasing the efficiency of cells.

  • Surface-active, foaming substances that are excellent alternatives to sulfate-containing surfactants.