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THE AYURVEDIC INGREDIENT GUIDE

Castor · Erand

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LESSER-KNOWN BOTANICAL

Castor · Erand

Ricinus communis

Root traditionally used for inflammatory discomfort.

Castor root is traditionally used in preparations for inflammatory discomfort. Castor seed oil is a different preparation and can serve as an oil base for external massage.

Traditional use

Castor root and castor seed oil are different components.

Find in 1 preparationDard Haran Oil ↗

Each 100 ml contains.A botanical or aromatic component of the gentle-massage blend.
Part of the external massage blend in Dard Haran Oil. The botanicals and aromatic materials complement the carrier oils during application. Massage gently and follow the directions on your pack.

Each 100 ml contains.Provides an oil base that helps an external preparation spread during massage.
Carrier oils give the preparation spread and glide, helping distribute the other components during gentle massage. Their oil-base and skin-conditioning roles make the formula practical to apply.

Sources & photo creditKerala State Medicinal Plants Board: Ricinus communis ↗

H. Zell · CC BY-SA 3.0

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