The Organic Castor Oil Essentials Set

Why it matters

Castor oil penetrates deeply into the tissues, so everything it touches needs to be free from dyes, chemicals and plastics. The cloth included in this set is GOTS certified organic cotton — undyed and unbleached. The oil is cold-pressed, hexane-free, and stored in amber glass. The balm is made in the same way, in an amber glass jar. No plastics, no synthetic additives, no shortcuts.

What's included

• 250ml organic, cold-pressed, hexane-free castor oil · amber glass bottle
• 120ml organic castor oil balm · amber glass jar · unscented, or scented with organic lavender or frankincense essential oil — please select your preference at checkout
• One GOTS certified organic cotton flannel cloth (40 x 40cm) · undyed and unbleached
• Detailed instruction leaflet for castor oil pack treatments — including how to use both the oil and the balm

How to use

A few of the ways this set earns its place in your routine:

• Castor oil abdominal pack work
• Liver support
• Lower back and sacrum care
• Fertility and IVF preparation
• Menstrual and hormonal wellbeing
• Menopausal support
• Lymphatic and circulatory care
• Sleep and nervous system support

The organic cotton cloth is used in the same way as the insert pads in our wrap sets — folded and placed over the area you wish to treat, with the oil or balm applied beneath it. Without a wrap to hold it in place, you can secure the cloth under old underwear / clothing (some people use the cloth in an old bra for breast support, or large pants for lower abdominal support), or simply rest with it in position. There are no ties attached to hold the cloth in place.

The balm is particularly useful when you're short on time or moving around — it's easy to apply, less messy than the liquid, and a little goes a long way.

For more detail on how to use castor oil and build your practice, visit our Journal.

What's the difference between this set and the wrap sets?

This essentials set gives you the oil, the balm and a cloth — everything you need to begin a castor oil practice. The difference with our wrap sets is that the wrap holds the cloth securely in place against your body, making treatments more practical, more effective, and easier to do overnight or while moving around. If you'd like to explore our wraps, you'll find them listed separately in the shop.

Ingredients & materials

Castor oil 250ml: Ricinus communis (cold-pressed, hexane-free) seed oil* — *organic · amber glass

Balm 120ml: Ricinus communis seed oil*, Cera alba (beeswax), Triticum vulgare germ oil (vitamin E)* — *organic · amber glass · unscented or lavender / frankincense

Lavender balm includes: Lavandula angustifolia oil* — organic - naturally occurring Linalool

Frankincense balm includes: Boswellia serrata oil* — naturally occurring Alpha-Pinene, Limonene, 3-Carene, p-Cymene

Organic cotton cloth: 100% GOTS certified organic cotton flannel · 40 x 40cm · undyed and unbleached

Care

The organic cotton cloth is fully washable and reusable. For cleaning, soak in bicarbonate of soda and hot water for 20 minutes. Rinse with non-toxic soap and air dry.

Please note

• We recommend a patch test before use, as although rare, allergic responses to castor oil are possible
• Castor oil can stain — use old clothing and protect furniture and bedding during use
• Avoid during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or after ovulation if trying to conceive
• Do not use on open wounds, irritated or broken skin
• Take care with additional heat over scar tissue, where there may be reduced sensation
• Castor oil may increase blood flow — use with care during menstruation if you experience heavier bleeds

Packaging

Your set arrives ready to use, packaged in recycled and recyclable materials. Every parcel is put together with care — because how it arrives matters as much as what's inside.

Shipping

For Mainland UK. Orders are sent with Royal Mail Tracked 48 as standard. Express delivery is available with Royal Mail Tracked 24 — select at checkout.

Something bespoke?

If you'd like to put together your own castor oil parcel — perhaps as a gift, or with something specific in mind — please get in touch. We'd love to help.