Castor oil, a species of a perennial flowering plant, has antimicrobial, antibacterial properties that lend benefits ...

Castor oil has gained a reputation in hair care for its ability to help your hair grow and boost its shine. But could the benefits extend to skincare too? We spoke to a dermatologist to find out.

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, castor oil — which is pressed or extracted from castor beans — is approved for just one medicinal use: as a laxative. Here’s what castor ...