Why Miria Recommends: Castor Oil – The Golden Oil for Deep Healing
Castor Oil is the unsung hero of my wellness toolkit—a quiet, ancient remedy with profound power. I've used it for years in my clinic and personally for deep, restorative care.
It's so good, thick like honey and penetrates through several layers of skin. It softens scar tissue, making your skin's fibres much more flexible. I use it for deep scars like C-section, hip, or knee operation scars, bruises, or lumps. It helps the skin and muscle relax and regain elasticity, working with the scar tissue to remove toxins. It's great for using overnight to let it gently seep in.
 
I also recommend Castor Oil packs on the stomach. I even discovered it helps with hardened stools: soaking a muslin with the oil overnight allows time for it to penetrate, and a bowel motion is almost guaranteed the next day. Now, I recommend clients use castor oil packs on their stomach before seeing me.
 
I use it myself after a big weekend with an abdominal wrap on my liver to help my system flush out. Plus, it's a good nourishment that helps open up follicles to aid hair growth and reduce dandruff, though remember, it is a thick messy oil.
 
What is Castor Oil?
Castor oil is a thick, golden, nutrient-rich vegetable oil pressed from the beans of the Ricinus communis plant. Revered across ancient cultures for thousands of years, its power comes from ricinoleic acid, a unique fatty acid that delivers powerful anti-inflammatory and detox-supporting benefits.
 
How I Use It in My Practice:
This oil is the basis for many treatments in my clinic and at home, allowing for deep work due to its unique texture.
For Scar & Tissue Healing: Use it with massage to soften and improve the flexibility of deep scars and lumps.
For Digestive & Detox Support: Apply directly to the abdomen with a compress to soothe the digestive system, support the liver, and promote lymphatic flow.
For Hair & Scalp: A small amount massaged into the scalp provides deep nourishment to support follicle health.
 
What to Expect:
Castor Oil's signature feature is its texture, but a little goes a long way.
Rich & Viscous: Famously thick and syrupy, which is key to its effectiveness, allowing for slow, deep absorption into the skin.
Neutral Aroma: Very mild, perfect for those sensitive to strong fragrances.
Deeply Moisturising: It leaves skin feeling incredibly soft and deeply hydrated.
 
Castor Oil is an invitation to slow down, care for your body on a deeper level, and connect with a truly timeless form of healing.
 
**Important: Please read this before using any Miria Aman product.
Patch Testing & Allergies:
Always perform a patch test on the back of your hand and wait for five minutes. Although our oils are gentle, some people can have allergic reactions.
Pregnancy Warning:
All oils apart from pure Castor Oil are not suitable if you are pregnant. This is because aromatherapy oils can cause allergic reactions during pregnancy.
Medical Advice:
Miria Aman gives advice and is not a doctor. Please seek medical advice for all concerns.