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Castor oil is a vegetable oil derived from the castor bean seed. Cultivators of castor beans remove the hull of the seed, before pressing it to obtain the oil. Vrindavan Castor oil is colourless, odourless, cold pressed and hexane free.

Castor oil benefits for your skin: Castor oil  softens and soothes dry and irritated skin and helps to kill pathogens that can cause skin problems. The oil locks in moisture and contains numerous minerals, vitamins and fatty acids important for great skin health.

• It moisturizes the skin to keep it supple
• It reduces the appearance of wrinkles
• Reduces inflammation
• Soothes irritated and itchy skin
• Fights infection
• Provides essential fatty acids and vitamin

Castor oil benefits for your hair: Castor oil benefits the scalp by improving blood circulation and moisturising dry, flaky and itchy skin. It helps strengthen the hair shaft by locking in moisture, and the oil’s essential fatty acids nourish the roots of the hair. With so many great benefits, it is no surprise that this oil is such a popular hair treatment.

• Providing the minerals essential to grow strong hair
• Supplying omega 6 essential fatty acids for healthy hair
• Delivering vitamin E where it is needed most
• Strengthens hair
• Treating split ends
• Has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties

Ingredients: 100 % Certified Organic castor seed oil.

Description: Castor Oil (Ricinus communis), used since Egyptian times as a folk remedy for a wide variety of ailments. Nature’s Shield unrefined castor oil is certified organic and sustainable and is cold-press extracted, for preservation of its naturally derived qualities.

AVAILABLE IN GLASS BOTTLES

Uses: Skin Care, Hair care, Massage.

This product is free of Hexane.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.

1.  It soothes dry skin. Nature’s Shield cold pressed castor seeds yield superior quality oil which is excellent for massage.
2.  It can be applied on skin, hair, nails and joints .A very light coat on your eyebrows and hair acts as a glossy serum.
3. Massage -  Castor Oil is also one of the few carrier oils that can be used as an emulsifying agent. In cosmetics applications, Castor Oil can be used in creams & lotions, body butters, soaps and massage products . Try a skin patch test prior to apply.

FAQ:
Q: Are they  coming in Glass Bottles ?.
 A:Actually this is the most common question we are getting and YES they ( all sizes ) are available in glass bottles .

Q: Do Castor Oil have a thick smell?
A: Any good quality un refined , cold pressed raw castor oil do have a thick nutty/earthy smell which may vary as it is a natural product . You will feel that especially when opening the bottle and will be really mild once applied on the skin.
If this is still an issue try adding few drops of essential oils like rosemary or peppermint before applying on the skin . 

Why We Love It: A Motherly Heart, A Chef’s Eye

People often tell me I have a motherly way of looking after everyone, and I take that as the loveliest compliment. Feeding people has always been how I show care.

After 15 years as a chef, I know that eating well and living well are not about perfection. They are about choosing products that feel useful, enjoyable and realistic enough to return to in everyday life.

“Looking after yourself often begins with small, repeatable acts of care—the products you reach for because they feel pleasant and practical to use.”

Artisanal Australia is a Sydney family business shaped by a former chef’s belief that good choices should feel welcoming, practical and full of heart. Learn more about Artisanal Australia.

What Makes It a Thoughtful Choice

Its benefit is a straightforward place in an everyday care routine, without turning self-care into another complicated task. It earns my motherly approval when the ingredient list and directions suit you; patch test where appropriate and stop use if irritation occurs.

About Nature's Shield at Artisanal Australia

Nature's Shield is part of the carefully selected Artisanal Australia range. We present the product details clearly and add a former chef’s eye for quality, usefulness and how each item can fit into real routines, so you can decide whether it belongs in yours.