A dermatologist shares whether there’s really a link between castor oil and hair growth.
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Q: I’m experiencing hair loss and I keep seeing social media posts about castor oil.
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Is using castor oil for hair growth actually effective?
Maybe you’ve heard of castor in another context: the oil can also be taken orally asa laxative.
“Boosting circulation candeliver oxygen and nutrients to hair follicles which can enable hair growth.
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Elevated levels of the enzyme seem to suppresshair growth, according toan articleinScience Translational Medicine.
Try using castor on a small area before applying it to your entire scalp, she advises.
“It could be possible to trigger a chalazion or other issues.”
With regards toeyelash growth serums, there are top-rated examples of both.
“The cold-pressed oil may be preferred for finer hair.”
“It may also be preferred for those with dense or coarse hair.”
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