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Jamaican Black Castor Oil, commonly known as JBCO, is a hair and skin supplement that guarantees smooth skin and healthy hair. It also has a couple more health benefits that you’ll find out in this article.
This product is different from the plain old castor oil as the castor seeds get roasted to produce a brown oily product with a burnt smell. This process gives it the upper hand over everyday natural oils, including coconut oil.
Jamaican black castor oil helps with eczema, acne, dandruff, and many other skin conditions. Read on to find out more about this Caribbean oil. But first, how do you use it?
Using The Jamaican Black Castor Oil
Using this natural oil requires no strict formula. Given that it’s mostly hand-produced, its usage is as conventional and natural as possible.
First, make sure your scalp is clean. Use your fingers or any applicator of your choice and apply it to your scalp. Applying it to your scalp ensures you get adequate absorption.
Upon applying, let it stay overnight. Jamaican black castor oil gets easily absorbed into your scalp, so no need to worry about any pillow stains. Do this regularly for good results.
Hair Growth
Rich in ricinoleic acid and Omega-9 fatty acid, the JBCO ensures hair growth by improving blood circulation in the scalp. It’s not only efficient to the scalp but also ideal for your facial hairs like the eyebrows.
It improves hair growth by nourishing your scalp, further strengthening your hair and alleviating weak hair. Additionally, it moisturizes your hair by nourishing the scalp through the root follicles.
Massage Oil
The Jamaican black castor oil also acts ideally as a massage oil. In case of any muscle pains, this oil relieves the pain when applied to the painful area.
For individuals with health conditions like arthritis, this product provides that pain relief needed. Apply the oil to your hands. Rub gently to warm the oil and apply it to the area in need of a massage.
Prevents Hair Loss
When consistently applied, Jamaica black castor oil reduces any hair breakages. Hair loss stems from weak hair, which is due to the use of inferior hair products.
With JBCO, this is not the case as it strengthens your hair. This strengthening comes from the natural absorption of the product by the hair roots. And once it nourishes the root follicles, the hair becomes strong, further preventing hair loss.
Eliminates Tangled and Dry Hair
Jamaican black castor oil moisturizes your hair, preventing your hair from drying. It further helps with tangled hair.
Its unique conditioning formula helps with detangling your hair, eliminating the pain that comes with dealing with tangled hair.
Skin Care
Studies have shown that using JBCO on your skin gives it a perfect touch and helps deal with skin issues like acne. It further prevents inflammatory issues like eczema.
The Omega-9 fatty acid in this natural oil contributes to providing flawless skin. Its antifungal and antibacterial features help treat infectious issues like ringworms.
To utilize its skincare capabilities, apply the oil directly to your skin. This skincare feature also works ideally in dealing with scrappy lips by moisturizing them.
Jamaican black castor oil is an all-rounded oil, and not only works in nourishing your hair and skin but also helps with aging. This Caribbean oil is available in the market as companies like Natural Hair, produce the best hair products to meet your beauty and health requirements.
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Nowadays, many of us are choosing natural products for ourselves and our families, and with good reason. If you’re looking for a natural, hypoallergenic deodorant that’s free from harmful chemicals, you’ll want to check out Crystal Mineral Enriched Invisible Solid Deodorant.
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You may recall our previous review in which Jenelle, Shelly, and Carol all tried and loved this deodorant. And now I’m a fan, too! For my review, I received Crystal’s new Mountain Fresh scent, a pleasant unisex fragrance. It’s one of two new scents in their current lineup; along with Freshly Minted, Mountain Fresh joins Vanilla Jasmine, Chamomile & Green Tea, Lavender & White Tea, and Unscented. In addition to the Invisible Solid, Crystal Deodorant is also available as a roll-on, spray, stick, and stone.
I’ve found Crystal Mineral Enriched Invisible Solid Deodorant to be very effective. While using it, I feel quite confident and protected from embarrassing odors, and its easy, smooth application is a nice bonus. Plus, it leaves no residue on my clothes. Best of all, I know that I’m not using any harsh or harmful chemicals—in fact, this product actually helps condition and moisturize skin. It works best when applied to clean skin, which they say “prevents the bacteria that causes odor from forming on the skin.” I would note that although it’s a great deodorant, it’s not an antiperspirant. That’s okay with me, though, since I don’t mind a little healthy sweat as long as I don’t have to worry about body odor.
Crystal has been making their natural deodorants for 35 years, so they know what they’re doing. They describe their products as “odor protection as nature intended.” Here are some of the benefits they list for the Mineral Enriched Invisible Solid Deodorant:
• Prevents odor safely for up to 24 hours
• No waxy residue, no staining, no white marks
• No flaking, non-sticky, non-oily
• No Aluminum Chloride/Chlorohydrate/Zirconium
• No Parabens
• Dermatologist tested
• Vegan, and cruelty-free
Use of this deodorant isn’t limited to armpits. It’s safe for almost any part of the body, as long as the skin isn’t broken; Crystal reports that its users also apply it to their feet, chests, and inner thighs to curb odors. Furthermore, Crystal says its products are completely safe for anyone in the family, including pregnant women, infants, and children.
Using the store locator at Crystal’s website, I found that I can buy it at several nearby drug stores and even at my local supermarket. Yay! If you can’t find it at a retailer near you, you’ll be happy to know that it’s available at the company’s website (with 20% off through their subscribe-and-save program) as well as from several other online retailers. For all the latest news and promotions, visit Crystal on Facebook.
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