Where to Buy Castor Oil in 2020 [+REVIEWS]

In this article, I tell you all about where to buy castor oil, what to look for, and how to find the best price and quality (+ my recommendation!)

Where to buy castor oil was one of my first questions when discovering the benefits of this remarkable natural remedy.

Buying castor is easy, finding it is not, which is why I recommend buying castor oil online. Finding a high-quality, cold-pressed, organic castor oil is tricky to do, especially one for a reasonable price! If you wish to buy castor oil then continue reading below for my best tips on where to buy it.

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In this article, you will discover:

1. Where to buy castor oil / Where can I buy castor oil

2. My advice to avoid getting ripped off 

3. My recommendation (chart form)

4. Explanations of the terms {cold pressed, organic, unrefined/virgin, hexane free}

5. How often to buy castor oil & how often to use it 

Here are some questions you should ask yourself before buying castor oil.

Where can I buy castor oil? What should I be aware of? What is the best offer for the quality/price?

Where to Buy Castor Oil?

You can purchase castor oil at the following locations:

• Pharmacies or organic stores (now even Wal-Mart)
• On the internet (Amazon, eBay, other specialized sites)

Price will obviously vary depending on the place and the brand of castor oil you buy.  But there is a trend for buying castor oil.  Normally you will find castor oil priced at a higher rate in pharmacies and in stores rather than online.

However, sometimes the high prices are not justified and are marked way too high. Of course, this doesn’t just apply to castor oil, but to a number of other products sold in pharmacies and other stores.

💲To avoid paying more for castor oil, I recommend buying castor oil online as it is both cost and time-efficient!

Buying castor oil online is an easy way to get castor oil and fast. If you buy castor oil online you can check reviews and calculate the cost per unit. Calculating the cost per unit when buying castor oil is important because you can pinpoint the difference between good quality and very high-quality.

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What to Look for When Buying Castor Oil Online

When purchasing castor oil online, make sure to check for key terms such as:

• USDA certified organic
• Unrefined, cold-pressed, virgin
• Pure castor oil that is 100% hexane-free

Tip: Combine your castor oil with argan oil or jojoba oil to create fun, beneficial recipes.

I recommend buying a 16-oz bottle of castor oil. Why? It’s convenient when using castor oil more liberally and frequently, such as for hair growth. Buying castor oil for your hair specifically? Then a 16-oz bottle is your best bet.

In addition to hair growth, castor oil is popularly used for cleansing your face and growing eyelashes. Buying high-quality, organic castor oil is so important as these areas are sensitive features that need protection and care. If you want to buy castor oil for these smaller areas, then a smaller bottle is great to start with.

How to Avoid Getting Ripped Off: Where to Buy Castor Oil

Though I do recommend buying castor oil on the internet, there are several things you should keep in mind:

• Buy castor oil (or other products) that prove themselves worthy of your money. This goes to say that when buying a product online, always consult the ratings and reviews of the product; both the positive and negative comments. Do not waste your money on products that promise 100% castor oil.
  

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• Filter through comments. Some might be badly rated just because of the consumer’s bad attitude that had nothing to do with the product, some are positive unverified purchases. Filter through both positive/negative comments that offer honest thoughts after using the castor oil.  I often spend at least ten minutes of thoroughly analyzing the comments, and so far I have never been disappointed with my decisions to purchase.
  

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• Examine the cost per unit (ounce or liter in this case). Again, you should always practice this when buying castor oil online. You should even do it for groceries at the store as it can save you tons of money!

There’s no excuse NOT to buy organic castor oil as the price difference is not that huge between organic vs non-organic. You will benefit from organic castor oil more than non-organic!

Organic castor oil brings you more benefits. It is safer and you always want to buy certified organic castor oil.

My Recommendation for Buying Castor Oil Online

There are a couple of brands online that propose high-quality castor oil at a reasonable price, depending on their method of extraction, production, etc.

You will find more details in the chart below!

💲For a 16oz bottle of organic castor oil, you can expect to pay between roughly $12-16 dollars. Generally speaking, it is more cost-efficient to invest in bigger quantities for an additional buck or two.

Again, my personal preference goes to certified organic castor oils which guarantee high-quality extraction and fabrication of castor oil in order to conserve all of the oil’s natural and essential properties.

To see any of these castor oils in detail, the picture or links will take you to the landing page. 

Buy Castor Oil That is.

When looking for high-quality castor oil, make sure you are buying castor oil with the following terms or labels.

Cold-pressed

Always buy cold-pressed castor oil, if possible. Many (including castor oil brands) confuse the difference between cold-pressed vs. expeller-pressed castor oil. Expeller-pressed isn’t bad per se, but cold-pressed is top-notch.

Cold-pressed castor oil ensures that the castor oil is extracted from the castor beans without using heat or any chemicals. By doing so, castor oil preserves all of the essential good stuff, while leaving out everything else.

Virgin

High-Quality castor oil will be virgin castor oil.  What does this mean?  Well, think of extra virgin olive oil.  Virgin castor oil simply means the castor beans are cold-pressed for the first time.

Virgin castor oil ensures a castor oil of high-quality, as it maximizes the tremendous health and wellness benefits due to the enhanced release of essential nutrients, fatty acids, and minerals.

You will also notice terms such as “raw” and “unrefined”, these more or less mean that the oil extraction method was cold-pressed (no heat was used, and that the oil was not chemically “redefined” afterward.  Au-naturel.

Hexane-free

As I mentioned before, aim for castor oils that are hexane-free.  Hexane, as defined by Merriam-Webster is, “any of several isomeric volatile liquid alkanes C₆H₁₄ found in petroleum.” Hexane is a solvent that is commonly used during the solvent extraction process in some oils.

You don’t want to use castor oil for your beauty or health if it’s not guaranteed high-quality, right? The USDA organic certification and labels like hexane-free and cold-pressed guarantee this.

USDA certified organic

This label certifies that the castor plant gets the green light from USDA organic inspections. This ensures that there are no harmful chemicals or pesticides. In addition, USDA organic certification ensures the preservation of soil fertility, biodiversity, and more during the planting and harvesting process.

You can read more details about it in my guide on best organic castor oils for hair here.

Final Thoughts: Where to Buy Castor Oil

If you are searching for the best place for where to buy castor oil, the best option is online. If you are new to castor oil and its benefits, I recommend starting with a smaller bottle.

Try out your first bottle!

How often you choose to use castor oil is completely up to your wants and needs.  Faster growing hair will require daily use, for example, so just adapt the amount of castor oil you buy.

How Often Should You Buy Castor Oil?

Many of you have asked me about how often I buy castor oil. Unfortunately, I can’t say exactly because my usage varies. And your use will vary, too. So the answer will depend greatly on your personal needs for the oil.

How Often Do I Use Castor Oil?

Personally, I use my 4oz organic castor oil for several weeks before it runs out, although granted, I only use castor oil in small amounts. There’s still some left from my organic 16oz bottle of castor oil that I bought months ago.

I use castor oil roughly every other day for my lashes (sometimes my brows but not every week). I also use castor oil monthly for acne cleansing (and for my face in general). I’d say I use medium-sized amounts of castor oil for my hair about once every week. Maybe even two weeks, now that I’m at a length I’m happy with. As for my nails, even less so – about once every 3-4 weeks.

Bottom Line on Where to Buy Castor Oil

Bottom line: Buying castor oil (even an organic one) will not set you back very much moneywise. Castor oil keeps for a long time, so if you use it wisely over the course of several months you will definitely get your money’s worth.

I hope you guys could benefit from this article on where to buy castor oil! Do not hesitate to ask any questions about buying castor oil in the meantime. Please do leave me your comments and share your experiences with the COG community below!