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Castor Oil
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil · Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed OilBarrier
A thick plant oil rich in ricinoleic acid, prized for slip and shine — common in cleansing balms, lip products, and rich creams.
What it does
Castor oil is a viscous plant oil unusually high in ricinoleic acid, which gives it a distinctive glossy, cushiony feel. It softens skin, adds shine to lip and balm products, and helps dissolve makeup in cleansing balms. It is an emollient base ingredient rather than a targeted active.
Also known as
castor oil, ricinus communis seed oil
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