Do you want to treat your eyelashes well and stimulate their growth at the same time? Then you should harness the natural power of high-quality castor oil. It is one of the vegetable oils and is obtained from the seeds of the castor bean plant, Ricinus communis.
In this post, you'll learn everything worth knowing about this natural remedy, from its ingredients to its proper application. I'll also tell you what else you can do to achieve radiantly long eyelashes.
Who benefits from the oil?
Did you know that natural vegetable oil is used in the cosmetics industry to produce mascara, creams, and hair care products?
Over time, it has proven to be an effective care product that makes eyelashes, eyebrows, and hair soft and supple.
If you naturally have rather thin and short eyelashes, with correct and regular application of cold-pressed castor oil, you can achieve natural eyelash lengthening.
Important: Before you apply the natural vegetable oil near your eyes, you should first make sure that you tolerate the product. In some cases, castor oil can cause painful conjunctivitis. Test it beforehand by applying it to the skin of your forearm, for example. If you don't feel any tingling or itching, you will most likely tolerate it well.
Note: Castor oil does not make your eyelashes grow incredibly fast and excessively long. Rather, it strengthens and nourishes your natural lashes so that they fall out less and can grow a little longer and denser. If you truly desire visibly longer lashes, then I can recommend the LongLashes Eyelash Serum.
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Ingredients of cold-pressed castor oil:
Ricinoleic acid: On the one hand, it has anti-inflammatory and germicidal properties, and on the other hand, it also has a highly nourishing effect.
Linoleic acid: It helps keep your eyelashes well hydrated and thus optimally protected.
Stearic acid: It has a cleansing, stabilizing, and re-fattening effect.
Palmitic acid: It provides plenty of moisture to the eyelashes and skin. In addition, palmitic acid also has a re-fattening effect.
Vitamin E: It strengthens the hair roots, which is especially good for fine eyelashes. Once the hair roots are stronger, the hairs also grow faster.
What should I look for when buying castor oil?
You can purchase either refined or cold-pressed castor oil on the market. However, only cold-pressed oil still contains all the ingredients, as some substances are lost in refined oil. You can determine the quality of the product by its color. High-quality castor oil has a thick consistency. Its color ranges from crystal clear to a yellowish tone. If the oil is clearer, you can be sure that fewer of the original ingredients are present.
Note: Use a high-quality, 100% pure, and cold-pressed castor oil to get closer to your desire for beautiful, well-groomed eyelashes.
How exactly does eyelash care with castor oil work?
Since this natural remedy is free of chemical additives, it can usually be applied to the eye without problems. To care for your eyelashes with the natural oil, you need the untreated cold-pressed product and a cotton pad. You can also use a good eyelash brush or a boiled toothbrush to apply the oil more easily. However, you can also apply castor oil with a clean finger. That's up to you.
No time for eyelash care? I can't imagine that, because caring for your eyelashes takes no more than a minute.
Three tips we wish we had known sooner:
It's best to apply the castor oil just before going to bed so that it can work overnight. This way, the greasy film on your eye, which can occur due to the viscous consistency of the oil, won't bother you.
Therefore, be sure to remove your contact lenses before use, assuming you wear them.
You can mix castor oil and olive oil in a 1:1 ratio in a small bottle to achieve an even better effect.
Specific application of the oil:
If you are wearing makeup, you should first remove your makeup and thoroughly cleanse the eye area. Once this step is done, you can apply the oil. For this, put a drop of castor oil on an eyelash brush. Now gently apply the natural product from the base to the tips of your eyelashes. If you don't have an eyelash brush handy, you can also simply use your clean finger instead. Just try out what works best for you.
And with that, your care routine is almost complete. As mentioned above, leave the castor oil on overnight. The next morning, you can wash it off with a cotton pad and lukewarm, or clear, water. Your eyelash care is done.
How often can I perform eyelash care?
"For some, it works right away; for others, it feels like an eternity."
You can only achieve a visible result with the oil if you treat your eyelashes regularly. Since it is a natural remedy without harmful chemicals, you can use castor oil daily without hesitation. The application extends over several weeks.
Note: You will only notice a real difference after about three months. But that is completely normal.
Are your eyelashes severely stressed by constant mascara application? Then apply the oil both morning and evening. During the day, you should make sure that the castor oil does not get into your eyes, as it can otherwise cause an unpleasant blurred sensation.
Why you should use a good eyelash serum
Even though pure castor oil already contains a variety of valuable ingredients, it is advisable to incorporate a high-quality eyelash serum into your care routine. It supplements important ingredients such as Vitamin B7, Hyaluron, and Zinc, allowing your eyelashes to grow back healthier, stronger, and more curled.
Vitamin B7: Vitamin B7, also called biotin, strengthens the hair shaft. It also reduces the brittleness of the hairs.
Hyaluron: Hyaluronic acid has a very nourishing effect on your eyelashes. It also provides your hair with an extra portion of moisture. Effect: On the one hand, your eyelashes or eyebrows look much healthier. On the other hand, the fine hairs become more supple.
Zinc: Zinc can improve hair growth and thus ensures healthier-looking hair. It influences the strength of hair density. It is also anti-inflammatory.
How do I apply eyelash serum correctly?
To actively stimulate the growth of your eyelashes, you should know how to apply eyelash serum correctly for eyelash thickening. Here are three steps you can follow:
First, thoroughly cleanse your face. This will free your skin from makeup, sebum, and dirt. In the end, your eyelashes should be completely free of mascara.
In the next step, dip the brush of the serum into the liquid. Then run the brush along the lash line. Start at the inner corner of the eye and then draw the line to the outer corner. Make sure that your eyelashes do not come into contact with the brush or the liquid.
Repeat the application of the serum daily, as this is the only way it can achieve the desired effect. You can also apply the eyelash serum to your eyebrows if you want them to appear fuller.
Important: Before applying the eyelash serum, you should always read the instructions for use first.
Conclusion:
Just as we regularly care for our skin, hair, and scalp, you can do the same for your eyelashes and eyebrows. If you also want denser and/or longer eyelashes, you can harness the natural power of castor oil. For natural eyelash lengthening or thickening, you need pure, cold-pressed oil. Castor oil is rich in nutrients, but if you truly desire longer eyelashes, I recommend using an eyelash serum like LongLashes. This contains nutrients and active ingredients that you won't find in castor oil.
How did you like the article on "Eyelash care with castor oil"? Did my tips help you? Do you already have experience or further tips for using castor oil? Feel free to write them in the comments. I look forward to it!
Best regards, your Pia ♥️