PROFESSIONAL FAQS: CAN YOU USE CASTOR OIL FOR YOUR EYELASHES?
Expert opinion from Mantwa Radebe
Master of Science (MSc) In Nutrition · 12 years of experience · South Africa
Castor oil has been made from castor kwon to be a long-day plant, but it is adaptable to various photoperiods and pH values. The castor seed has warty appendages called 'caruncle', which is a type of elaiosome. Castor oil contains different kind of nutrients and compounds that makes it to have different benefit to our bodies. Castor oil stimulates the lymphatic system and strengthens the immune system by increasing white blood cells(WBCs) that help fight against infections, because oil increases the count of body cells and production of lymphocytes in the blood. It also helps to initiates more antibodies, including killing bacteria, fungi, viruses, and even cancer cells. It is also used in makeup products to initiates hair growth and thickens eyebrows and eyelashes.
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Expert opinion from Cassia D Muller
Bechelor in Nutrition · 2 years of experience · Brazil
Castor oil is rich in fatty acids, which allows the eyelash hairs to improve shine and give the appearance of being thicker. However, care must be taken not to let the oil come into contact with the eyes, as it is highly irritating in this area.
Expert opinion from Maria Arienti
Postgraduate in Nutritional Support/Bachelor in Nutrition · 13 years of experience · Argentina
Castor oil can be used for eyelashes, and it offers a healthy growth and make your eyelashes thicker. With regular use, lashes should have less breakage and have more luster in two to three weeks.
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