Description: Castor Carrier Oil is one of the few oils that can be used as an emulsifying agent. It also acts as a protective barrier on your skin that will protect against harsh environmental conditions.
Color: Pale yellow to golden yellow liquid.
Aromatic Description: Castor Carrier Oil has very little scent characteristic of most carrier oils.
Common Uses: Castor Carrier Oil is popular as a conditioning agent in hair-care products, and is widely used in soap-making and skin-care products.
Consistency: Typical and Characteristic of Carrier Oils.
Absorption: By design, Castor Oil will remain on the surface of the skin, acting as a barrier.
Shelf Life: Users can expect a shelf life of up to 2 years with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight). Refrigeration after opening is recommended. Please refer to the Certificate of Analysis for current Best Before Date.
Please note that the drum tap will not work for Castor USP Carrier Oil as its consistency is too viscous.
Cautions: None Known.
Storage: It is recommended that cold-pressed carrier oils be kept in a cool, dark place to maintain freshness and achieve maximum shelf life. If refrigerated, bring to room temperature before using.
IMPORTANT: All New Directions Aromatics (NDA) products are for external use only unless otherwise indicated. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, and it should not be used by anyone who is pregnant or under the care of a medical practitioner. Please refer to our policies for further details, and our disclaimer below.
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Rating: This is the best castor oil I have used, and an excellent value for the price. I repeatedly have customers tell me how much they love my cold process soap and how it leaves their skin feeling soft and moisturized. I believe it is because of the blend of oils I use in my recipe and the castor gives a nice bubbly lather, as well as moisturizing benefits. I will be a forever customer of this special oil!
By:Patricia, Tucson, Arizona Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 29-Apr-2020
Rating: This is by far the best Castor Oil I have invested in, as well as the cheapest overall. I would get Amazon before, then I found ND and now they are my one and only supplier for EOs and carrier oils.
By:Kristen, Indianapolis, Indiana Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 24-Feb-2020
Rating: I have fell in love with this oil. Great in oils for hair growth and a must have in my home made soaps!
By:Sandra, Hamlet, North Carolina
Date: Loyal Customer Since: 07-Oct-2015
Rating: Great product and a staple for soap makers. Nice price too.
By:Juanita, East Burke, Vermont Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 08-Sep-2008
Rating: This is an amazing quality castor oil at a superb price. I will be ordering my castor oil exclusively from you from here on. Wonderful in CP soap and other products. Thanks k you so much!
By:Jennifer, Irondale, Missouri Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 10-Apr-2016
Rating: Will buy again! Great price for an important ingredient! Thank you!
By:Jennifer, Moon Township, Pennsylvania Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 26-Oct-2010
Rating: Great all purpose workhorse with an excellent price tag.
By:Suni, Lehigh Acres, Florida Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 16-Nov-2012
Rating: A great addition to lip products, and I look forward to trying it in soap as well.
By:Andrea, Katy, Texas Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 14-Mar-2011
Rating: I put it in my soaps. really wonderful price!
By:Jiayue, Fresno, California
Date: Loyal Customer Since: 28-Oct-2013
Rating: This oil is really good for my liquid soapmaking. Great quality and Great Price.
By:Adriana, New Orleans, Louisiana Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 19-May-2011
Rating: This castor oil is so wonderful in cold process soap, I bought the 33.3 oz and it is almost finished. Six months ago I knew nothing about making soap. I had no idea what I was getting myself into and now I am hooked. I started out with M&P and now I have started making cold process and enjoying it. Your products and wonderful prices have made it easy for me to try out things that I never knew I can make. Thank you so much NDA
By:Rose, Saint Albans, New York Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 08-May-2013
Rating: I used this oil in my M&P soap base because I read that it increases lather, while I did not notice any increase in lather. My soap came out great, creamy and hard. Lather or not I love it and will continue using it, it does not add any smell to my soap other than the essential oil that I added to it. Thank you NDA
By:Rose, Saint Albans, New York Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 08-May-2013
Rating: Works great in my shampoo bar soaps.
By:Sandra, Schenectady, New York
Date: Loyal Customer Since: 23-Dec-2012
Rating: This castor oil is much more economical than buying at the drug store, and way better quality. I use it in all of my CP soaps to increase lather, and in my lip balms for shine. It is fantastic!
By:Stacey, Paris, Illinois Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 20-Nov-2011
Rating: A nice thick oil for use almost anywhere. As a base in oil cleansing, as a finishing hair oil to lock in moisture and other oils overnight, to clean the scalp with its anti-fungal properties. I couldn't be happier with the price either.
By:Elisabeth, Caledon East, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Perfect in soap and this is the best price I've found anywhere.
By:Kathleen, Edmonton, Alberta Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: nice oil for cp soap. great price. i'd definitely buy again. i love the bottle it comes in - haven't experienced any problems w/ leaking/spillage/etc.
By:Meredith, Los Angeles, California Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 22-Aug-2012
Rating: Added a little extra softness to my hair in shampoo and conditioner. Great stuff!
By:Suzanne, Quakertown, Pennsylvania Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 10-Feb-2011
Rating: This oil is excellent and is a must have. The price is right!!
By:Marlyn, Montreal, Quebec Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Great product, would buy it again, pretty good price.
By:Marta, Ajax, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Amazing quality with so many uses for it. Thank you, NDA!
By:Sylvia, Brooklyn, New York Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 29-Apr-2011
Rating: Excellent quality. Super in shampoos.
By:Huguette, Prescott, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Thickest oil that I've used. It feels waxy on skin. I like how it coats the skin instead of absorbing into the skin.
By:Tuan, Toronto, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Can't beat the price! But this oil is just wonderful. Just add a little bit in lip balm or hand cream and you can feel the difference!
By:Manon, Rawdon, Quebec Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: This oil is amazing and is a must have in my cp soaps! The price is great too :)
By:Jalisa, Brampton, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Great insanely affordable oil that works great in cold process soap. It helps give soaps a generous lather. You can make shampoo soap bars by increasing the amount of castor oil in your recipe. The oil can also be used directly on the hair and is believed to help with hair growth. It's very thick, so apply conservatively.
By:Steven, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 11-Dec-2011
Rating: The castor oil that I bought from NewDirectionsAromatics has been wonderful. You get such a large quantity of castor oil for such a little price. I am very happy with my purchase.
By:Ryan, Mississauga, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Seriously, who needs SLS when you have natural, Castor Oil? Nothing can beat God's Bounty! Suds Galore!! This is a must have for my soap and with the 20L container, it will make many, many bars. Very competitive pricing.
By:Farkhanda, Oakville, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: This oil is a great addition to soaps, shampoo bars, and OCM blends--and you can't beat the price! I'll definitely be getting more of this when I run out.
By:Marie, Calgary, Alberta Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Great oil and great price! A wonderful addition in soaps.
By:Nancy, Castleton, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: This is a really good oil and a definite must for soapmakers! When I need extra suds this is the oil I use...good for super fatting too!
By:Heather, Colorado Springs, Colorado Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 26-Aug-2009
Rating: Castor oil pretty thick... I use it often in many of my products especially for hair... I love it.
By:Shana, New York, New York Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 04-Apr-2010
Rating: Good product and good price. This oil is versatile and I use it in many products : cp or liquid soap, lip balms and so. Good for making shampoo bars or liquid shampoos.
By:Louise, Montreal, Quebec Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: So many things to add it to!!! I love this oil and will never be without it. Gives a wonderfeel sheen to lipbalms too!
By:Az, Toronto, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: An awesome thick oil that lasts a long time. Use it in my cp soap & shampoo to add shine & lather power. I can't be without this oil, it is a staple in all of my recipes. And what an awesome price!
Rating: Great product! I'll say it again ....You can't go wrong with NDA or their prices!
By:Kristie, Portsmouth, New Hampshire Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 18-Nov-2009
Rating: A superior carrier oil at a great price. The colour varies from a very pale yellow to a more golden colour. Won't make soap without it. Also use it in my lip butters. Won't purchase it anywhere else!
By:Terry, Toronto, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Castor oil is my staple carrior oil. Its great for general skincare products from soap to body massage oils. I've recently been making lip gloss with it. It super on its own or is best mixed with other raw ingredients if you want to combine it with other theraputic benefits.
By:Nattassia, Toronto, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Big beautiful bubbles in my cp soap and a gorgeous shine for lip stick
By:Shannon, Schenectady, New York Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 24-Jan-2006
Rating: Awesome price! Great addition to soaps. I will never make a bar of soap without it!
By:Jackie, Porter's Lake, Nova Scotia Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: WHAT A FANTASTIC BUY! Whether you want a small amout or large you can't go wrong with New Directions prices! This is a must have oil for CP Soap maker! In soap this oil will condition and provide a fluffy and creamy lather!
By:Heather, Colorado Springs, Colorado Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 26-Aug-2009
Rating: Best price anywhere! I use castor in my cp soaps and shampoo bars. I recently ran out of castor when making shampoo bars and had to run to the health food store for more. $6 for eight ounces! From now on I'm going to be stocking up on NDA's castor so I never run out.
By:Kathryn, Lauderdale By The Sea, Florida
Date: Loyal Customer Since: 08-Mar-2009
Rating: Works well in lip balms, great price!
By:Tahira, Ottawa, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Great oil at an unbeatable price.
By:Heather, Ottawa, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: I used this castor oil in my shampoo bars and they are amazing! Another hit from New Directions.
By:Juanita, Virden, Manitoba Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Great value and wonderful quality! It's worth shipping it half way across the country!
By:Cathy, Sicamous, British Columbia Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: A little goes a long way in lip balms and ointments.
By:Tracey, Toronto, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Good quality product. I was told that it makes a soap with more lather. I can confirm that. No need to use a lot into a soap recipe but it is worth the value.
By:Louise, Montreal, Quebec Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Great product, good quality
By:Simone, Toronto, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Good castor oil at a great price! It doesn't smell too strong and the color isn't too dark (it's a golden oil). I use it in soap, cleansing oil, and lip balms. Awesome in shaving soaps too!
By:Kristelle, Granby, Quebec Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Castor's Castor right? Or at least that's what I thought till I used New Directions Castor oil.
This Castor Oil surpasses that from other suppliers and makes a noticeable difference in all your natural cosmetics.
By:Romeo, Guelph, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: I use castor oil for making my cold process soap and liquid soap.
castor oil acts as a humectant by attracting and retaining mosture to the skin.
also, I added castor oil for my shampoo making. I make liquid soap for my hair.
I combine coconut oil, castor oil, shea butter, hemp seed oil and jojoba oil for make my liquid hair soap
and it works amazing ! good qulity and reasonable price !
By:Dong, North York, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: This is the best quality of castor oil that I have purchased in the past 12 months from any other supplier. Highly recommend using this oil in cold process soap making and hair care products
By:Trudy, Warkworth, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Castor oil is great for soapmaking...gives a nice bubbly lather. I use castor in alot of facial products and i definitely notice a difference if i do not add it.
I am always happy with the quality and price of New Directions products.
By:Kat, Tottenham, Ontario Top ReviewerDate: Loyal Customer Since: 09-Nov-2005
Rating: Great oil for use in soaps! Great price too. Have used this with much success in shampoo bars and regular cp soaps. Give it a try!
By:Lori, Phillipsburg, New Jersey
Date: Loyal Customer Since: 11-Aug-2006
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Customers may purchase products from New Directions Aromatics Inc. only with the clear understanding that all products must be used at their own discretion, and only after referring to the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and all other relevant technical information specific to the product. New Directions Aromatics Inc. shall not be held responsible for any damages to property or for any adverse physical effects (including injury or bodily harm).
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As with any manufacturing process, New Directions Aromatics strongly recommends small lab scale testing for evaluation purposes prior to full commercial manufacturing. As the ordinary or otherwise use(s) of this product is outside the control of New Directions Aromatics Inc., no representation or warranty, expressed or implied is made as to the effect(s) of such use(s) (including damage or injury), or the results obtained.
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Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy. In addition, Essential Oils must be properly diluted before use in order to avoid any damages to property or adverse physical effects (including injury or bodily harm).
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