Many people take pride in their facial hair, so it’s always beneficial to have a product that can make you feel and look better. Whether you have trouble growing your facial hair or simply want to keep your hair healthier, castor oil can help.
Many people looking to improve the growth of their hair turn to castor oil. Facial hair growth might not necessarily be caused by castor oil, but it can be a result of your hair becoming healthier.
There is not enough scientific evidence to suggest that castor oil can make your facial hair grow, or prevent it from falling out. However, there is plenty of evidence to show that it can make your hair healthier and stronger. When your hair is stronger, it’s more likely to grow.
Below, I cover the benefits of castor oil for facial hair as well as exactly how to use cast oil for facial hair growth. I also describe some alternatives to castor oil for facial hair.
What Is Castor Oil?
Castor oil is a vegetable oil whose oils are derived from the castor bean plant. The oil is extracted by pressing the bean until it produces a light yellow liquid. These plants are found in warm, tropical areas like Eastern Africa, the Mediterranean Basin, and parts of Asia.
The oil has been used by centuries to treat many health issues such as constipation, as well as hair and skin health.
Does Castor Oil Promote Facial Hair Growth?
This is the big question: does castor oil help grow facial hair? Castor oil and facial hair go really well together, whether or not it promotes hair growth.
Although castor oil cannot directly help your hair to grow back, there is plenty of evidence to show that it may aid in hair growth. This is because castor oil helps increase the overall health of your hair and scalp. When your hair and scalp are healthier, your hair will be more likely to grow and less likely to fall out.
You might be hoping that since facial hair is slightly different than the hair found on your head, that the outcome might be different. Unfortunately, this is not the case. Castor oil will not help facial hair grow anymore than it will help with the head on your scalp and the rest of your body.
With that being said, castor oil is incredibly helpful for both your skin and hair. You will notice a significant improvement in the health of your facial hair if you use for any length of time. Incidentally, you might begin to notice your hair become fuller as well.
So, how exactly does castor oil help your facial hair become healthier?
Benefits Of Castor Oil For Facial Hair
Castor oil is filled with many amazing ingredients that can improve your overall health. 90% of the oil consists of ricinoleic acid, a fatty acid which has anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties.
It Fights Infection & Prevents Acne
Castor oil is non-comedogenic which is great because it means that you don’t have to worry about clogged pores. Comedogenic substances clog the pores of your skin, causing an excess production of sebum in the skin. Excess sebum leads to an increase in acne.
So many men grow beards because they are trying to cover up acne or other blemishes. If you’re already struggling with acne, it’s safe to say that you won’t want a product that makes your acne worse.
If you’re struggling with acne, then castor oil is the perfect product! It won’t cause your acne to become worse. In fact, it can help remove acne and prevent it in the future.
If you’re able to keep your face clear of acne, you’ll notice that it feels much better. Acne is irritating as it is, but if you add facial hair to the mix, it can be so much worse. Facial hair can irritate the acne further, causing your skin to be itchy and irritated.
Castor oil can help rid your skin of acne, make your facial hair feel and look healthier, and it will simply help you to feel better overall.
Click here to learn more about how to treat acne with castor oil.
It Moisturizes Your Skin
Castor oil is a very thick liquid which is easily able to trap moisture in the skin. It is also able to easily penetrate the skin, locking moisture in deep within the layers of the skin.
Besides that, castor oil draws moisture directly from the air around you, providing you with as much moisture as possible.
It Moisturizes Your Hair
When you regularly use castor oil on your hair, you will notice your hair become softer, smoother, and healthier. Castor oil promotes circulation in the areas where it’s applied. If you massage castor oil into the hair of your beard, more blood will come to the area, bringing with it more nutrients.
With these added nutrients, your hair will become stronger and less likely to break. Similarly to how castor oil moisturizes your skin, it will also moisturize your hair.
How To Use Castor Oil For Facial Hair Growth
Generally, you’re not going to want to leave the castor oil mask on your face for a long time. Instead, you’ll leave it on your hair long enough for it to bring nourishment, and then you’re going to wash it out.
The most important thing to remember when using castor oil is that you always need to mix it with a carrier oil. Although castor oil is great for your hair and skin, it can be quite irritating to some people in its pure form.
Using a carrier oil helps to dilute the castor oil just enough that it will be easier on your skin. You will still reap the full benefits of the castor oil, while preventing irritation to your skin.
Below, I have included some of my favorite recipes for castor oil that will help your hair become stronger.
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You can now start massaging it into your beard. Leave the oil on your beard for at least 1 hour, but no more than 2 hours before rinsing the oil out with shampoo.
This next recipe is great to use as a natural conditioner for your beard. It will help make the hair softer. The best part of all is that this mixture is so gentle on your hair that you can use it every day.
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Massage the smooth mixture into your beard and allow it to condition your hair for about 30 minutes, Then, wash the oil out with lukewarm water.
This upcoming castor oil mixture is great for filling out your beard, making it thicker as well as stronger.
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You can then massage the mixture into your beard and allow it to sit for about 30 minutes.
For this recipe, it’s best if you can use a beard cover to really lock in the nutrients before you rinse the mixture out of your hair with shampoo.
Alternatives To Castor Oil For Facial Hair Growth
Castor oil does not work for everyone. Most people love its benefits, but others simply do not get much out of it. Or, maybe you have a skin sensitivity to it. If this is the case, don’t worry, there are other options out there to care for your beard.
The four best options I’ve found for hair growth — besides castor oil — are lavender oil, tea tree oil, rosemary oil, and aloe vera.
Lavender Oil
Lavender oil is an oil derived from the lavender plant through distillation. People have been using it for centuries to treat many of the same things that castor oil treats.
Similar to castor oil, lavender oil can heal damaged hair and make it stronger. It will add extra hydration to your hair, preventing breakage, and making your hair smoother and shinier.
Another great thing about lavender oil is that it smells great. It can add a freshness to your hair that will even help you get through the day. The scent of lavender has been proven to reduce stress, so having the scent literally just under your nose is guaranteed to reduce stress.
Tea Tree Oil
Similar to castor oil, tea tree oil has antifungal properties that can heal and prevent dandruff. The oil will reduce inflammation, soothe itching, and get rid of the embarrassing flakes that comes with dandruff.
The oil is also rich in vitamins A, C, and E. These nutrients will soak into your hair and help it become healthier and stronger. When your hair is healthier, it is more likely to grow and fill out.
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera is a very common plant found in households, and you can extract the oil straight from your plant. It is usually used to soothe burns, but it can also be helpful with your hair health.
Aloe contains several proteins, amino acids, salicylic acid, proteolytic enzymes, vitamins, and minerals. All of these ingredients work together to make your hair and scalp healthier.
Like castor oil, aloe vera can help rid your skin of dead skin cells while adding moisture. This will relieve itchiness and dryness. It can prevent and treat dandruff, make your hair smoother and shinier, and prevent sun damage when you’re out and about.
Rosemary Oil
Rosemary oil is a sweet-smelling herb that has been used for centuries to treat hair and skin.
Like the other oils, rosemary oil has anti-inflammatory properties that can improve the health of your skin. It improves circulation, bringing your skin and hair more nutrients so that your hair can become healthier.
You will begin to notice that your hair appears much stronger, shinier, and smoother.
Conclusion
If you’ve been looking for a product that can improve the health of your skin and your facial hair, you don’t need to look any further than castor oil.
Can castor oil increase facial hair growth? Not necessarily, but it’s likely to improve hair growth simply by making your hair look and feel healthier.
If castor oil simply isn’t for you, there are plenty of other options like rosemary oil, lavender oil, tea tree oil, or aloe vera. Whatever your preference, there are plenty of healthy, natural options to achieve your best hair.
Learn more about using castor oil on hair here and on skin here. You can also read about using shea butter on your beard here. Find all our castor oil articles here and how to use castor oil for tattoos here.
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