Escentia Castor Oil - Refined

• INCI Name: Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
• Botanical Name: Ricinus communis
• Country Of Origin: India
• Form: Refined carrier oil
• Suitable For: Cosmetic Use
• Hexane Free
• Appearance: Thick, viscous oil
• Key Fatty Acids: Rich in linoleic, palmitic, stearic, and oleic acids

• Adding richness and gloss to lipsticks and lip glosses
• Including in facial care products where a more cushiony oil feel is wanted
• Blending into lotions, creams, and body care formulations
• Supporting the feel and condition of dry-looking skin
• Adding to hair oils, conditioners, and scalp care blends
• Using in massage blends where a heavier, more protective oil is preferred

This Product Is For:

• Makers formulating lip care, facial care, and haircare products
• DIY skincare enthusiasts creating creams, oils, and glosses
• Formulators looking for a thick, conditioning carrier oil
• Those wanting a hexane-free refined castor oil for cosmetic use

This Product Is Not For:

• Anyone looking for an essential oil
• Water-only formulations without a suitable emulsifying system
• Those wanting a very light, fast-absorbing carrier oil
• Internal use

• As a Skincare Ingredient: Add to creams, lotions, balms, and oil blends for a richer skin feel.
• As a Haircare Ingredient: Blend into hair oils, masks, conditioners, or shampoo formulations in small amounts.
• As a Lip Care Ingredient: Use in lipsticks, glosses, and balms to add gloss and body.
• As a Massage Blend Ingredient: Combine with lighter carrier oils if you want a less heavy finish.
• Blending Tip: Start with a modest amount, its thick texture can quickly change the feel of a formulation.

• For external use only.
• Do not ingest.
• Avoid contact with the eyes.
• Patch test before first use, especially on sensitive skin.
• Keep out of reach of children and animals.
• Store away from sunlight and heat.

Q: Is refined castor oil the same as an essential oil?
A: No. Refined castor oil is a carrier oil, not an essential oil. It is used as a base or conditioning ingredient in formulations rather than for aromatic use.

Q: Why is castor oil so popular in lip products?
A: Its thick, glossy texture makes it especially useful in lipsticks, glosses, and balms where more slip, shine, and body are wanted.

Q: Can I use it on hair?
A: Yes, it is commonly added to hair oils, masks, conditioners, and other haircare blends where a richer, conditioning oil is preferred.