Reddit reviews NOW Solutions, Castor Oil, 100% Pure Versatile Skin Care, Multi-Purpose Skin Softener, 16-Ounce

After I do OCM, using a microfiber cloth to remove the oil, I go into the shower with said microfiber cloth. I shampoo, condition, and then using the microfiber cloth put a pump of Neutrogena Ultra Gentle hydrating cleanser into the corner and just use that single part to spread it around my face in light and gentle circular motions then rinse. I finish in the shower and lightly tap my face and body dry, getting my body and hair just dry enough so it doesn't drip all over the place.

I take 3 parts mineral oil and 1 part castor oil and use that to moisturizer my face right out of the shower. I put an eraser head sized amount of the castor oil it in my palm and then take the mineral oil and put about three-four times that amount with the castor oil using my finger. I then use what's on that finger and try to push it all around that hand so that a small amount is on my fingers which I use to transfer a small amount onto my face, being careful not to put too much — I don't want my face shiny or even dewy looking, just enough to make it feel silky. If I need more oil I dab my palm and just keep spreading it between fingers one handed and spread on face. After that I take both hands and spread the oil in both hands and work the oil into my scalp in areas that my hair in thinning and work it into all my hair. Rarely does it come out to too much oil in my hair and often is too little so I mix some more in my palm and use more. If too much just using my towel I run it through my hair a couple passes. My hair is real silky now and it's so much better not looking like wirey pubes anymore lol. I finish my routine with the Stridex wipes on my face. The Salicylic Acid is fat soluble so I feel like it helps to get it into the skin better.

I got no idea if my routine is good but it's working so far with significantly less zits, blackheads, and closed comedones then before.

Honestly, washing with straight castor oil shows dramatic improvement overnight for me every time I start breaking out. It sounds counterproductive, but it's always worked for me and those I've told it about. This is the stuff I use.

1. Wet face with warm water
   
   
2. Massage oil into face gently for a good minute or two.
   
   
3. Let sit for another couple minutes minimum.
   
   
4. Use a clean hot washcloth to gently melt excess oil away "No scrubbing"
   
   
5. Use a clean towel to pat dry your face.
   
   
6. Apply your normal skin hydration cream.

I use this odorless castor oil, you might want to check it out! :)

https://www.amazon.com/NOW-Solutions-Castor-Pure-ounce/dp/B0013TM9UQ

like this? It was the first option that google came up with.

Which one are you using?

I found a 16oz. bottle for $4.99 from an Indian grocery store near my house, but you can also get it from Whole Foods or Amazon. This is the one I was about to buy before I found it at the Indian grocery store. Any will do, just make sure it's 100% because a lot of times you will find it in stores and it will have ingredients added to it that makes it less affective

A few months for hair to start to grow out thicker. My top 3-4 inches is all thick my ends are super thin. I’m going to have to cut as it grows.

Biotin is a pill I take. The oils I mix together and rub on my scalp, wrap in a scarf and go to bed. I rinse it out in the morning.


biotin

castor oil

argon oil

Sorry, I got confused. It is $8 with $12 shipping so $20 total. https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B0013TM9UQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1480312790&sr=8-3&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=castor+oil&dpPl=1&dpID=31fHUVvf6oL&ref=plSrch

Thanks. If I were tight on funds and time, I'd probably narrow it down to these three.

NatureWise Vitamin D3 5,000 IU 2x a day in the morning.

Now Supplements Glycine 1000mg Between 1-6 grams per day, depending on your stress levels. Probably best used before bed.

NOW Solutions, Castor Oil 1 tbsp per day (5 mL)

As I learn more about Glycine, I'm starting to think it may have been the difference maker. It's relieved chronic stress that I was stuck under the past few years.

I'd also reccomend avoiding strict, low-calorie diets. Don't avoid or cut out carbs.

I have lash issues from trichotillomania. I use this $5 for 1oz, as a base under mascara to keep the chemicals in from irritating my lashes which will urge me to pluck. I use castor oil $10 for 16oz with a clean mascara wand at night to promote growth back on the little stubbies that are attempting to grow in after I culled their friends.... bad me.

use both on my eyebrows cause of course I attacked those too...

This is what I use. Good brand.

My advice — once a month, massage castor oil onto your scalp and concentrate on the areas that are thin (it will strengthen your hair and encourage growth). I’d leave it in for about an hour. It’s thick stuff. do follow it up with a clarifying shampoo to remove any residue. On the other days, use a sulfate free shampoo and conditioner. I’m a big fan of garnier fructis whole blends.

As far as the frizziness, I’d brush my hair into a high bun while it’s still slightly damp. Use Bobby pins to secure it in place so you won’t have indentations of a hair tie. When it’s dry, shake it out and you should have more volume. If you do happen to fall asleep on it, I would suggest getting silk pillow cases to prevent any more frizz.

Castor Oil

Clarifying Shampoo

Silk pillowcases