Features of using castor oil for eyelashes

Any woman wants to have beautiful long eyelashes. They transform the look, making it more expressive. You can achieve the desired effect through salon extensions or by using a variety of eyelash growth products. One of the most famous and widely available of these is castor oil.

Castor oil is obtained from the seeds of the evergreen castor bean plant. There are several types of castor oil. They differ in the way they are obtained.

1. Cold pressed. This method has another name - the first spin. Oil from plant seeds is obtained by pressing them. The procedure has three main stages: grinding, pressing and squeezing.
2. Hot spin. This method involves crushing seeds, heating them and hot pressing.
3. Extraction with solvents. Extraction also has three main stages: grinding, heating with humidification, and exposure to solvents.

Cold-pressed oil is used in cosmetology and medicine. This is the highest quality composition that retains the greatest number of useful properties.

Castor oil is a translucent, viscous substance with a yellowish tinge. It has a faint smell and a unique composition.

Castor oil is obtained from the seeds of the evergreen castor bean plant. It got its name from the appearance of the seeds, which resemble ticks. The composition of the product has no analogues. V it includes many useful components.

• Ricinoleic acid. The content of this acid reaches 90%. It is she who is the main activator of the growth and strengthening of eyelashes. This substance is rarely found in other oils.
• Linoleic acid. Due to the lack of the ability to synthesize in the body, this acid was ranked among vitamins. Its other name is vitamin F. But it is worth considering that this vitamin combines linoleic acid with vitamins A, D, E, and K. The content in castor oil is 4.2%.

• Oleic acid. It can be found in various oils. A particularly high percentage is found in olive oil - 85%. Thanks to this acid, it has a wide range of beneficial properties. It is also found in peanut butter, almond, apricot and peach butter. Castor oil contains 3%.
• Palmitic acid. It is structure-forming. In addition, it has protective properties against adverse external conditions. Takes 1% of the composition.
• Stearic acid. Has similar properties to palmitic acid. In addition, she is credited with rejuvenating the cells. Also makes up 1% oil.

The life cycle of eyelashes ranges from 50 to 150 days. In place of the dropped eyelashes, new ones appear. At the same time, their appearance in a normal state does not change. If the eyelashes become brittle, and the ciliary row visually thinns, you need to understand the causes of their condition. There can be quite a lot of them:

• the use of low-quality cosmetics or with an expired shelf life, harmful substances in its composition;
• hormonal disorders, metabolism or various diseases;
• the consequences of taking medications;
• poor nutrition, fatigue and stress;

• bad habits;
• salon procedures for eyelash extension and lamination;
• non-compliance with hygiene rules;
• negative external effects of ultraviolet radiation, water, household chemicals.

You need to start treatment only after eliminating the causes that negatively affect the eyelashes. Vitamin complexes for hair restoration have a beneficial effect. They are most effective when combined with topical treatments. An agent for topical application must have a set of necessary beneficial properties for recovery. Castor oil is one of them.

Ricinoleic acid in its composition helps to overcome the membrane barrier, delivering substances deep into the cells. Thus, the roots of the eyelashes receive the necessary treatment and stimulation for growth. It has a beneficial effect on the structure of the eyelashes, restoring it and giving it a healthy look.

The lack of linoleic acid in the body affects hair, nails and skin. Therefore, it has a noticeable regenerating effect on eyelash loss. In this case, it is useful to make masks with castor oil and those in which there is a large amount of it. This oil is grape seed, sunflower, linseed, coconut, cedar, corn, black cumin oil.

Oleic acid works inside cells. It brings dead cells back to life, takes part in the construction of cell membranes, affects metabolism and recovery, allowing you to strengthen the hairs. In addition, it influences the production of collagen, has a strengthening and protective effect.

Vitamin E, contained in castor oil, helps to treat dull, thin eyelashes. It influences the appearance of eyelashes, making them shiny and healthy. Vitamin A also has a beneficial effect. It also takes part in recovery and strengthening.

Growing eyelashes with castor oil is easy enough. But the procedure has contraindications.

When using castor oil on eyelashes, consider the likelihood of allergies.

General recommendations will help to avoid mistakes.

So that the process of growing eyelashes does not cause difficulties and discomfort, you need to follow simple tips for using castor oil at home.

• The castor oil bottle should be easy to use. It is better to choose a small bottle with a convenient neck.
• It is better to buy the product at the pharmacy. In terms of quality, it is not inferior to those sold by cosmetic companies. Detailed instructions are attached to pharmacological preparations. You need to familiarize yourself with it.
• It is necessary to apply the oil to the eyelashes carefully, so it is better to use a brush from the finished mascara, which is convenient to use.
• Before use, the brush must be thoroughly washed and dried. After the procedure, the remnants of the product must be removed from the brush and removed to a clean, dry place.

• You do not need to keep the product in the refrigerator. To make it effective, it is recommended to slightly warm it up in a water bath before applying.
• You cannot use castor oil on top of the mascara. Before the procedure, you need to thoroughly remove makeup from the eyes, and only then apply the oil.
• Contact lenses must also be removed.
• Test the product on your wrist before first use. If a reaction occurs, the use of castor oil should be discarded.
• The eyes and skin around the eyes are highly sensitive. The first procedure should be carried out no more than 5 minutes, even if during the test there was no negative reaction on the skin.
• It is important to apply the oil to the eyelashes correctly. Do not smear them with the usual movements, as when applying mascara. On a brush you need to collect a little oil and run along the eyelashes from their middle to the ends. This method allows you to avoid an overabundance of funds and to feel comfortable during the procedure.

• The duration of the procedure is 15-20 minutes. If desired, you can increase it to 40-60 minutes. After that, the remnants can be removed with cotton pads. You can completely wash off the oil from your eyes in an hour.
• You can wash off the remaining oil with your usual make-up remover.
• Castor oil can be used at the same time to treat eyebrows. It is convenient in this case to use cotton swabs. Castor oil is applied to the eyebrows against the direction of hair growth, then in the direction.
• It is better to carry out treatment before bedtime. Do not leave the product overnight so as not to provoke swelling.
• You need to repeat the procedure every day for a month. After that, take a mandatory break for two weeks so that the eyelashes do not get used to it. After 14 days, the treatment can be repeated.

To obtain various effects on the eyelashes, you can make masks using castor oil with other ingredients.

• With petroleum jelly. For 5 g of castor, you need to take 10 g of petroleum jelly. For the convenience of preparing the mask, you can use a teaspoon. One spoon holds about 5 grams of castor oil. The application procedure is the same as using pure castor oil. You can add a little Peruvian balm to the mask. The resulting composition allows you to make your eyelashes thicker.

• With vitamins and burdock oil. This mask recipe is very popular not only for eyelash growth, but also for hair. For her, liquid capsules of vitamins A and E are used. 2 teaspoons of castor oil must be mixed with 1 teaspoon of burdock oil and squeezed out one capsule of each vitamin, after piercing them. The mask enhances hair growth.

• With burdock and sea buckthorn oil. Castor, burdock and sea buckthorn oil are mixed in equal proportions. The resulting mask is used to restore damaged eyelashes.
• With sea buckthorn oil and vitamin A. A couple of drops of liquid retinol (vitamin A) are added to a mixture of castor and sea buckthorn oil in equal parts. You can use fresh carrot juice instead of retinol. The mask will make the lashes shine and the hair color will become more saturated.
• With sea buckthorn and tea tree oil. Tea tree oil must be mixed in equal proportions with castor oil and sea buckthorn oil. Add vitamin A. This recipe is used by cosmetic companies that produce products for the growth of eyelashes and eyebrows.

• With lavender and cedarwood oil. Add two drops of cedar and lavender oils to a teaspoon of castor oil. These components reinforce each other's action.
• With coconut oil. Coconut oil thickens quickly even at room temperature. Before mixing with castor oil, it needs to be slightly warmed up and the mixture is immediately applied to the eyelashes. The resulting serum has strengthening and protective properties. You can also add a couple of drops of glycerin to this mask.

• With avocado oil. Avocado contains a huge list of useful vitamins and minerals. Funds based on it will help restore brittle and falling eyelashes.
• With peach oil. For 2 teaspoons of castor oil, you need half the same spoonful of peach oil. After applying this mixture, the eyelashes become softer.
• With aloe and parsley juice. To 2 teaspoons of castor oil, add 1 teaspoon of aloe and parsley juice. The mask stops hair loss. In addition, aloe juice has antibacterial properties.

• With olive oil. The mask combines two valuable types of oils with unique compositions, therefore, it has a wide range of useful properties. Mix them in equal proportions and apply in the same way.
• With wheat germ oil. It is mixed with castor, burdock and almond in equal parts and dripped with vitamin A or carrot juice. After application, the cilia will become more fluffy, their structure will improve.
• With camphor and linseed oil. To a teaspoon of castor oil, you need to add a little linseed oil and a few drops of camphor oil. This mixture has a regenerating function.

• With egg white and glycerin. All ingredients for the mask are taken in equal amounts. The mask enhances the growth and density of cilia.
• With various oils. For this mask, you can mix in equal proportions castor oil, rose oil, wheat oil, grape oil, almond and flax extracts. The mixture will prevent brittleness of the eyelashes and give them shine. You can also mix castor oil with any of these oils. They enhance its effect and help to strengthen the eyelashes.
• With jojoba oil and others. The mask has a large number of active ingredients. Before preparing it, you need to perform a patch test to detect allergic reactions. Only after that you can start cooking it.

You need to mix castor oil, jojoba, sunflower, grape seed, hemp, olive and burdock. Add some essential oils. Among them are lavender, rosemary, rose oil, geranium, rosehip extract and tocopherol. The resulting nourishing elixir will allow you to comprehensively care for your eyelashes, especially if they are damaged.

• With a decoction of herbs. To prepare the broth, you need to take 10 g of chamomile, calendula and cornflower. This amount must be brewed in a glass of boiling water. To preserve the maximum useful properties, it is better to do this in a water bath. For 50 ml of the resulting broth, you need to take 20 g of castor oil and use the mixture in the form of compresses. The mask will strengthen the eyelashes and help prevent them from falling out.
• With tea leaves. Instead of a decoction of herbs, you can use a strong tea brew.

• With fish oil. Fish oil easily penetrates the cell membrane, providing a regenerating effect.To create a mask, take castor oil and fish oil in equal parts.
• With rum or cognac. A part of cognac or rum is added to two parts of castor oil. This combination will increase the rate of eyelash growth. But it should be applied especially carefully so that the mask does not get into the eyes.

Eyelash masks do not need to be used daily. The average frequency of application is twice a week during the course of treatment with castor oil. You need to use a freshly prepared mixture, so you should immediately adapt to the dosage of the components. A mixture of different oils can be an exception. Before use, they need to be shaken. You need to use a freshly prepared mixture, so you should immediately adapt to the dosage of the components. A mixture of different oils can be an exception. Shake them before use.

The treatment can be combined with an eyelid massage. It should be done with circular motions of the fingertips for 3-4 minutes on each eyelid. This will increase blood flow and enhance the effects of the care products.

Castor oil can be used not only for care, but also for removing eyelash extensions. To do this, moisten cotton pads with them and apply them to the base of the eyelashes for 20-30 minutes. After a specified period of time, you can carefully try to remove the eyelashes with tweezers. If this is problematic, you need to repeat the procedure.

The effectiveness of cosmetics is easy to assess thanks to customer reviews. Most of them praised the results after long-term use of castor oil. It was noted that the eyelashes became much longer, their volume, the thickness of the hairs increased, the color became more saturated. The results were noticeable after two weeks of use. However, there have been cases of allergic reactions to the skin and mucous membranes of the eyes.

Castor oil is one of those remedies to try before going into complex treatments and expensive serums. It is often used as a basis for creating eyelash and eyebrow care products. It has proven its effectiveness on damaged eyelashes after the extension procedure and on unsuccessfully corrected eyebrows, when their shape is disturbed and restoration is required. Oil availability and ease of use complete the list of reasons for its prevalence.

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