5 beauty benefits of castor oil for your hair (Gallery)

Castor oil has several beauty benefits for your hair. Here are five of them.

Written by Kriti Saraswat | Published : June 5, 2014 5:38 PM IST

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Controls Hair Fall

See too many hair strands on your brush? It is time to take some action to control hair fall. Castor oil has ricinoleic acid which not only prevents hair from falling but also stimulates blood circulation to the scalp which helps make your hair stronger.

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Helps In Faster Hair Growth

Want longer hair faster? Use castor oil for the same. The presence of omega-6 essential fatty acids make sure your hair gets the nutrients it needs. Better circulation of blood further ensures that your hair grows faster. Warm the oil and then massage it on the scalp properly.  Also Read - COVID-19 LIVE Updates: Is another lockdown loading? Deadly New COVID Variant Cicada, BA.3.2, spreading rapidly across United States, capable of infecting fully vaccinated individuals | Highlights

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Prevents Scalp Infection

Scalp infections, even minor ones can prevent you from having healthy hair. But castor oil has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties which help prevent such infections. Apply it regularly to keep pathogens at bay.

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Gives Shiner And Stronger Hair

Lustrous hair is a sign of healthy hair and castor oil has the ability to bring back your mane\'s lost sheen. Apply it on your hair and then wrap a warm towel around it. Then wash hair after 30 minutes. This will lock in the moisture and create a layer of shine on it. Applying it on the scalp will make sure your mane is strong from the root to tip.

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5 Reasons To Use Castor Oil For Your Hair

Want to solve multiple hair problems with one solution? You should consider using castor oil. Yes, it can be extremely greasy and you may require more shampoo to get it off but the benefits it has for your hair are simply too many. It is rich in vitamin E and also has minerals and proteins which make it extremely good for your hair. Here are 5 reasons to use it.  Also Read - Are ultra-processed foods hurting your bones? Study shares key findings