castor oil
noun
: a pale viscous fatty oil from castor beans used especially as a cathartic and as a lubricant and plasticizer
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The blend of castor oil, Vitamin E, and organic coconut oil ensures lasting hydration, while the cream creates the most stunning dewy finish.
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Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2024
As this lightweight spray sets your makeup, your skin will enjoy a dose of hydrating glycerin and moisturizing castor oil.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 3 Oct. 2024
Whichever brand happens to be the household favourite — KTC coconut oil, Vatika, Dabur Amla, even castor oil or rosemary oil — hair oiling is a tradition that has been passed down through generations.
—Varsha Patel, refinery29.com, 25 Sep. 2024
Key Ingredients: Caffeine, hyaluronic acid, pea sprout extract, castor oil, Chinese skullcap
Type: Serum
Size: 2 fl. oz.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2024
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Kat Romero, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2024
As this lightweight spray sets your makeup, your skin will enjoy a dose of hydrating glycerin and moisturizing castor oil.
—Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 3 Oct. 2024
Whichever brand happens to be the household favourite — KTC coconut oil, Vatika, Dabur Amla, even castor oil or rosemary oil — hair oiling is a tradition that has been passed down through generations.
—Varsha Patel, refinery29.com, 25 Sep. 2024
Key Ingredients: Caffeine, hyaluronic acid, pea sprout extract, castor oil, Chinese skullcap
Type: Serum
Size: 2 fl. oz.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 20 Sep. 2024
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“Castor oil.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/castor%20oil. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.
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