Castor Oil - Conventional

Cold-pressed from the seeds of Ricinus communis, conventional castor oil is one of the most widely used and cost-effective carrier oils in cosmetic formulation. With its exceptionally high ricinoleic acid content, it delivers outstanding humectant, conditioning, and viscosity-building properties that make it indispensable across a wide range of personal care and cosmetic products.

Key Properties

• High ricinoleic acid content (85-95%) - unique humectant and conditioning active
• Thick viscosity - excellent for lip products, mascaras, and targeted treatments
• Draws moisture from the air into the skin and hair
• Naturally antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory
• Cost-effective bulk carrier oil for high-volume formulations

Common Applications

• Lip balms, glosses, and lipstick bases
• Hair growth serums, brow and lash treatments
• Soap making - adds hardness and creamy lather
• Skin conditioning and barrier repair formulations
• Mascara and natural cosmetic bases

Ideal For

• High-volume cosmetic formulators and manufacturers
• Lip care and colour cosmetic product makers
• Soap makers and personal care manufacturers
• Wholesale buyers and bulk purchasers
• Resellers and dropshippers are welcome - contact us for trade pricing.

Available Sizes

Supplied in 1kg, 5kg, 10kg and 25kg wholesale quantities to suit small batch makers through to large-scale production.