Cold-pressed castor oil

Internally for adults: 1 teaspoon a day on an empty stomach.

Internally for children over 5: 1/2 teaspoon a day on an empty stomach.

Externally: by massaging into the skin and hair, compresses.

Caution! This product is not a medicine! It should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet! Do not exceed the recommended daily dose!

If taken together with medicinal products, consult a pharmacist!

*The effects, methods of use and dosages cited in Botalife's articles and in the leaflets enclosed with each product apply only to Botalife-branded products, for which Botalife guarantees the concentration, purity, quality and origin of the oils.

1. Improves immune function: castor oil is believed to improve lymphatic drainage, blood flow, thymus health and other immune system functions. Studies show that patients who use a castor oil compress on the abdomen have a significant increase in lymphocyte production compared with patients using placebo compresses. The lymphatic system also affects the circulatory and digestive systems, which is why castor oil helps you detoxify, maintain heart health and treat digestive problems such as constipation. Castor oil is hydrolysed in the small intestine by pancreatic enzymes, releasing glycerol and ricinoleic acid along with other beneficial metabolites.

2. Fighting skin infections and wounds: the health of your skin is often a reflection of the health of your gut, immune system and hormonal balance. Castor oil is a natural antibacterial, antifungal and antimicrobial agent that targets the root causes of skin conditions. Lymphatic flow also improves with the use of castor oil, which can help speed up the removal of toxins and therefore reduce swelling, redness and inflammation.

3. Exceptional benefits for the eyes: a natural moisturiser for the eyes, it treats inflammation and infections and is used to prevent cataracts. It is also a great remedy for dark circles and wrinkles and boosts eyelash growth. For this purpose, put 1 drop of castor oil in your eyes every evening.

4. Helps balance hormones and improves libido: increasing the absorption of fat molecules in the digestive tract is essential for the formation of healthy hormones. This makes taking castor oil a natural way to balance hormones, so that the reproductive organs function more effectively and people experience fewer symptoms of PMS, fatigue, mood swings and depression.

5. Induces labour:castor oil is a time-honoured natural remedy for inducing labour. For centuries, pregnant women at term have been given castor oil orally to speed up uterine contractions. The reason castor oil works to induce labour is that the ricinoleic acid in the oil activates the EP3 prostanoid receptors in the uterus.

6. For dry, irritated, sunburnt or acne-prone skin: as a natural antibacterial agent, castor oil acts much like coconut oil when applied to the skin – it is highly moisturising and anti-inflammatory and slows the signs of ageing, as it helps increase the production of collagen and elastin.

7. For fungal infections, moles and cysts: mix equal amounts of castor oil and baking soda and apply to the problem area. Taken internally, castor oil balances the gut bacteria.

8. A natural laxative:castor oil works as a natural mild laxative when taken orally. It eases bowel movements and creates a feeling of complete emptying. Its active ingredient – ricinoleic acid – is released in the intestines, where it supports digestion, nutrient absorption and cleansing of the system, helping with regular bowel movements.

9. Reduces arthritis symptoms: castor oil is often used for natural relief of arthritis pain, joint swelling and inflammation. It has natural anti-inflammatory properties that make it an ideal massage oil for pain in the joints, muscles or tissues.

10. Helps hair grow faster, stronger and shinier: massage slightly warmed castor oil into the hair roots.

11. For nasal polyps: put 3–4 drops in each nostril for 25–30 days.

12. Benefits for the eyes: for dry, red and inflamed eyes, conjunctivitis, cataracts and styes, put 1 drop of castor oil in your eyes every evening.