Interested in trying castor oil packs? We spoke with health professionals about how to choose the best ones and use them safely. Here’s what they recommend.

A simple piece of cloth soaked in golden oil has been quietly revolutionizing health routines across the country. This ancient remedy, once relegated to grandmother’s medicine cabinet, is experiencing ...

Castor oil is made from the seeds of the castor bean plant. Some people apply a castor oil "pack"—a towel immersed in castor oil—to their skin. Others claim rubbing castor oil directly into their ...

Castor oil packs can be used up to three times per week. Castor oil contains ricinoleic acid, which may reduce inflammation. The packs are generally safe but can cause skin reactions for people with ...