Castor oil is said to be one of the most effective oils when it comes to treating knee pain or hair issues. It works like magic. Made from castor seeds, the natural oil is said to have antibacterial and anti-fungal properties that help with hair problems.

With the changing weather, many people suffer from various skin problems such as rashes, redness, pigmentation, and so on. As the oil is rich in fatty acids such as omega-3, it helps in building up new skin cells and removing dead and dry skin. If you are suffering from the problem of pigmentation, let’s take a look at the way to castor oil and help you get rid of it.

Castor oil with lemon and honey

To remove pigmentation on the skin, take an equal quantity of honey and lemon juice and mix it with one spoon of castor oil. Mix all three things well in a bowl and then, apply it like a pack on your face. Leave it for 30-40 minutes and then wash your face with mild face wash. For effective results, repeat the process twice a week.

Castor oil with aloe vera gel and Vitamin E

Make a face pack by mixing two capsules of Vitamin E, aloe vera gel and one spoonful of castor oil. Make a thick paste and apply it to your skin. After applying, massage your face in a circular motion for a few minutes. Leave it for 30 minutes and then, wash your face with cold water.

Castor oil with turmeric, gram flour

Mix half a teaspoon of turmeric with one spoon of castor oil and gram flour. Mix it well and make a thick paste. Massage it on your skin in a circular motion with your fingers for a few minutes and then, leave it for about half an hour. After it gets dry, wash your face with lukewarm water. The antibacterial properties of turmeric help in removing tanning and pigmentation.

Coconut oil for hair growth

Coconut oil is filled with fatty acids and vitamins that make hair grow faster. It is a dream of many people to get shiny, voluminous hair, however, exposure to pollutants, weather, and hair styling products wreak havoc on our hair, making them dry and brittle. Applying coconut oil to hair regularly keeps the scalp moisturized and nourished to prevent breakage. Additionally, it also protects our hair from the harsh environment, thereby making them stronger and healthier.

It effectively treats split ends

Do you hate going to a salon to get a haircut? When your hair grows, with time, they become dry, and its ends start to break leading to “split ends.” With coconut oil, you won’t need to get a haircut too often to treat split ends as it absorbs into hair strands perfectly, thereby preventing hair breakage and split ends. According to a study, coconut oil also helps retain the protein in hair, thereby promoting hair growth and preventing split ends. You can use coconut oil as a conditioner or a hair mask to effectively reduce the occurrence of split ends.

It makes hair cuticle stronger

Coconut oil is a perfect remedy for hair growth and thickness as it has healing properties that soften, hydrate, and strengthen hair.

It also keeps your hair protected from environmental damage, which in turn, makes hair cuticles stronger.

It protects hair from heat damage

If you want to keep styling your hair without causing damage to them, it is important to use coconut oil. Simply, massage a small amount of coconut oil on your hair before you style them to protect hair from heat.  Source: News18 and Pinkvilla