FAQs about Castor Oil and Castor Oil Packs
Can I just drink Castor Oil or rub it on my skin?
Castor Oil is a stimulant laxative that when taken orally, can cause cramping and make you rush to go to the bathroom. Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil is for topical use only.
Simply rubbing Castor Oil on your skin and throwing an old T-shirt overtop (A.K.A. the “Lazy Castor Oil Pack”) only gives you about 50% of the support. Without the pack you lose out on supporting gentle relaxation and self-care, because the pack acts like a cozy blanket, embracing the area you are targeting with gentle support.
You see, the pack and the Castor Oil work synergistically together to help you feel better.
Are Castor Oil Packs Messy?
Has the mess and fear of staining your fabrics stopped you from doing a Castor Oil Pack in the past? Probably, and that’s why this pack was designed by a naturopathic doctor just for you to be LESS-mess.
Although it’s not messless, it’s LESS messy than a DIY pack. Always wear an old T-shirt over top, just in case.
Please note: Your pack will become messy over time and it’s unknown whether or not toxins are absorbed into the pack, this is why it’s important to use fresh oil with each use and replace your pack after 2 months if you’re using it daily.
Do I have to add heat?
Extra heat is not necessary because the Castor Oil Pack is engineered to naturally hold in your body heat.
How to Wash my Castor Oil Pack?
New research from the National Institute of Health shows that even organic materials may contain traces of chemicals via transportation, packaging and warehousing. But luckily, washing is shown to significantly reduce or even eliminate these chemicals completely.
It’s like when you buy produce, you always wash it first, even if it’s organic, right? You should also always wash the clothing and fabrics you place on your body. This is an unwritten rule with fabrics, especially if you have extra sensitive skin. But this is only a suggestion, like washing your new underwear before use!
Here’s how to wash your Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Pack BEFORE 1st use:
Step 1: In a bowl, mix warm water, baking soda, and natural dish soap, and let your pack soak for 1 hour or overnight.
Step 2: Hand wash it with warm water and natural dish soap, rinsing and wringing it out very well.
Step 3: Hang or lie it flat to dry on a towel.
You can also wash it on a cold cycle in the washing machine with natural detergent. Just don’t ever put your oily, used pack into the washing machine as it could ruin your washer!
Now, maybe you’re wondering if you can wash your Pack AFTER you’ve used it with Castor Oil?
Well, ideally your goal is to 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝘄𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝗶𝘁, as washing may cause the oil to get all over the outer “less mess” layer of the pack, making it messier and decreasing its natural lifecycle.
Tips to extend the life of your pack:
✓ Only use 1 tbsp of fresh Castor Oil with each use
✓ Keep the Castor Oil in the center of the pack (away from the seams)
✓ Avoid washing your oily pack
Can I Share My Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Pack?
Absolutely not! It’s like underwear, keep it to yourself. It’s for your own self-care use and you do not want to be sharing it with anyone.