emollient
Castor Oil
Generally safe·Strong evidence·INCI: Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil
A plant-derived emollient oil rich in ricinoleic acid, used in skincare for decades. Contact allergy has been reported but is uncommon relative to how widely it is used in leave-on products.
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