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Active ingredient

Castor Oil

INCIRicinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil

What it is

Castor oil is a thick, emollient plant oil rich in ricinoleic acid, widely used in lip, brow, lash and hair formulas. It adds slip, shine and a cushioning film that softens and conditions. Its occlusive feel helps the skin and hair surface look smooth and supple.

Mechanism in detail

What Castor Oil does

It forms an emollient, occlusive film that softens the surface and helps limit moisture loss.

From the BIOSAR catalog

Products formulated with Castor Oil