Composition and use of castor oil
Get it from castor oil ordinary. This is a poisonous plant that grows in the form of a tree in India and Africa, and in the form of shrubs in Asia and Europe. In the manufacture of castor oil, all toxic substances are carefully filtered out and remain in the waste, so castor oil is obtained completely safe. The main component of this agent is ricinoleic acid. It acts on the scalp, strengthening the blood supply, so that the hair becomes stronger, healthier and thicker. In addition, castor oil includes other acids: linoleic, stearic, oleic, palmitic. They help to give the locks silky, radiant and shine. How does castor oil work on the hair? Penetrating the hair follicle, the components of the oil saturate the hair with the necessary substances and nourish it. Oil glues the hair's scales, smooths it along its entire length, giving it radiance and shine, so it is indispensable for the restoration of dyed and split ends. The use of castor oil has a positive effect on the scalp, it eliminates peeling and dandruff, moisturizes dry skin. 
Hair masks
To improve the condition of the hair, you can usecastor oil in its pure form. Before using, make sure that you do not have an allergic reaction to it. Heat the castor oil in a water bath to a comfortable temperature and apply it to the hair. It is in a warm state that it has the most useful properties. In addition, warm oil is not so thick and easier to apply. It is important to ensure that it does not overheat, otherwise it's easy to get burned! Well soak the roots, and brush the oil along the entire length. After that, to enhance the effectiveness of the procedure, put on a special hat or a normal cellophane bag, and cover the head with a towel on top. Keep the mask for half an hour, but not more than 2 hours, after which you should thoroughly wash your hair with shampoo. Castor oil has a specific, not very pleasant smell, but for the amazing result you can live with it. Castor oil for hair can also be used in masks, adding various ingredients, depending on the specific problem. Masks should be done regularly, 2-3 times a week, for a month or two. Only in this case you can see an improvement in the condition of the hair from the roots to the tips. The use of castor oil occasionally, from time to time, will not give the desired effect.
To strengthen and grow hair
To strengthen normal or oily hair,make a mask of castor oil with the addition of kefir. It will take half a cup of kefir and 1 teaspoon of castor oil. In a slightly warmed on water bath kefir, add the oil, mix, apply. Cover your head with a cap (package) and towel, leave for 1 hour, then rinse. The use of such a mask will not only strengthen the roots, but also help to regulate the work of the sebaceous glands. Strengthening properties also have this mask: to 30 ml of castor oil, add the yolk, 10 ml of lemon juice and 10 ml of honey, keep the mixture for at least half an hour. If your curls do not grow as fast as you would like, you can activate their growth using the following masks:
From hair loss and against dandruff
How to use castor oil from falling outhair? The ricinoleic acid included in its composition is able to fight many bacteria, viruses, fungi that cause hair loss. Therefore, the use of castor oil is the best prevention of alopecia. From hair loss, a mixture of castor oil and cognac will save - these ingredients should be taken in equal amounts, add 1 yolk, put on the hair from the roots to the tips and keep for about 30 minutes. Do you suffer from dandruff? This is a sign of unhealthy hair. She attaches a sloppy, unkempt look to any hairstyle. Thanks to all the same ricinoleic acid in the composition of castor oil successfully fights with dry dandruff. To her, you need only add a tincture of calendula in a 1: 1 ratio. The mixture should be thoroughly rubbed into the scalp and leave for no more than 20 minutes. This mask should be done by the course, at least 10-15 times. If you are worried about such a problem as fatty dandruff, which is formed with increased sebum secretion, instead of calendula tincture, it is worth adding lemon juice and aloe juice. If, after the course of procedures, dandruff has not disappeared, it is necessary to consult a trichologist. Perhaps, the reason for its appearance is much deeper and some cosmetic procedures here will not help.
If the hair is tired
Revitalize your tired curls will help the following recipes.
One of the signs of hair fatigue is the splittips. They look untidy and can spoil the appearance of the most beautiful hairstyle. Combat this problem will also help the use of castor oil. You only need to mix it with almond in equal parts and apply to moistened tips for 15 minutes or for dry 30 minutes before washing your head. 
How easy is it to remove castor oil from the hair?
In connection with the fact that ricinoleic acid, which isthe main component of castor oil, poorly soluble in water and slightly susceptible to detergent, it is very difficult to wash off hair. To facilitate this procedure, you need to know some secrets. Add in any mask a few drops of rosemary or grape oil or egg yolk. These oils also help to relieve nervous tension and improve the general condition of the body. To wash off a mask it is necessary only hot water, shampoo for oily hair, suitable for daily use. Wash your hair with shampoo several times, making small pauses to allow the oil to drain. You must have patience, and you will have to completely wash your hair. Most importantly, you can not use ordinary household soap with this procedure, since it will help a little and also dry the scalp. After several times you have washed your head, be sure to rinse your hair with water, acidified with lemon juice. It is worth noting that, despite the magical effect that castor oil gives to hair, it is not always possible to do only with cosmetic procedures. Sometimes problems show that the body is not all right and there are deeper reasons for eliminating which it is necessary to contact the appropriate specialist.
