Castor oil is a vegetable oil that is typically found in soaps, lubricants, and paints, but this amazing oil has many other health and beauty benefits that can benefit your everyday life.

1.Treat Dark Eye Circles

Castor oil has a thick consistency which makes it perfect as an eye cream. It can be used to treat dark eye circles. All you need is to apply the oil under your tired eyes, and you will feel rejuvenated.

2.Pain Relief

Castor oil can treat arthritic pain.You just need to fold a piece of wool or flannel into thirds. Then, soak it in castor oil and apply it to the affected area. Wrap the castor oil soaked piece with plastic wrap to hold it in place. Let it stay for a while, and then turn it off with a hot water bottle or heating pad.

3.Refresh Skin

If you have dry skin, then castor oil is the best solution for you. It can reduce pigmentation and age spots in short period of time.

Add a little of castor oil to jojoba or coconut oil. Then, gently massage this on your skin each night, and you will be surprised from the results!

4.Split Ends

Castor oil can help repair split ends by smoothing rough cuticles. Apply castor oil to your hair once a week and you will be amazed!

5.Longer Eyelashes

If you want longer lashes, then start applying castor oil to your lashes using a mascara brush. Leave it on all night before washing it out.

6.The best solution for insomnia

If you have trouble sleeping, then run a little bit of castor oil over your eyelids before bed. This will relax your eyes and it will help you to sleep better.

7.Sore Muscles

If your muscles are feeling sore, then make the same castor oil pack mentioned above. Soak a piece of cloth or fabric in castor oil. Then apply it to your sore muscle for 45 minutes to an hour. Apply a heating pad on top for maximum effect.

8.Constipation Fix

If you suffer from constipation, then castor oil is the best solution for your problem. Take one teaspoon of this oil in the morning  on an empty stomach, and you will solve your problem almost immediately.

9.Cracked Heels

Cracked heels are not only unattractive, but they may also hurt. To moisturize the skin and soften the pain apply castor oil to cracked heels just before going to bed. Then, put on a pair of socks. In the morning, your feet will thank you.

10.Thicker and Longer Hair

Castor oil is a excellent solution for hair loss. The ricinoleic acid in castor oil helps replenish the natural oils found on your scalp. On top of that, antioxidants help strengthen your hair.

Mix three tablespoons of castor oil with one tablespoon of jojoba oil or coconut oil. Massage this in your hair for five minutes. Do not rinse it out.

11.Beautiful Nails

Say goodbye to brittle nails. Rub castor oil on your nails and cuticles, and leave it on overnight.

Your nails will look shiny and gorgeous like never before!

If you need more information on how to make a castor oil pack, then watch this video and follow the instructions: