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How to Properly Use Castor Oil for Eyes

How to Properly Use Castor Oil for Eyes

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How to Properly Use Castor Oil for Eyes

Written by: Joanna Teljeur

Medically reviewed by: Victoria Williams R.H.N.

Est. reading time: 7 minutes

Have you noticed how many people on social media are talking about using Castor Oil for your eyes? The number is dizzying, and the claims range from helping with fine lines and wrinkles to alleviating dry eyes to treating cataracts, floaters, and even glaucoma!  

But what’s safe and what actually works when it comes to Castor Oil and your eyes?

If you’re tempted to try Castor Oil for your eyes, but you want some scientific backup first, then you’re definitely in the right place. Read on my friend, because we’re going to cover the bases on what’s safe, what’s helpful, and what’s not when it comes to this ancient golden oil. 

Key points on Castor Oil in the eyes

  1. Do not put Castor Oil directly into your eyes unless you are instructed to do so by your healthcare provider. Only apply it to the area around your eyes or over your closed eyelids.

  2. Putting Castor Oil in your eyes could cause unwanted side effects.

  3. Castor Oil has been used since ancient Egyptian times as a topical beauty tool.
  4. Castor Oil used with a compress can help support graceful aging as well as better sleep.

Is it safe to put Castor Oil in my eyes?

Even though it may seem like the hottest trend, putting Castor Oil directly into your eyes is not safe or beneficial.

You might be scratching your head and wondering: “Well, then why is Castor Oil such a common ingredient in commercial eye drops, and why am I seeing reputable sites saying that this is safe?”

The short answer is that while Castor Oil is used in many different kinds of commercial eye drops, pharmaceutical companies make sure that the Castor Oil undergoes a very specific sterilization process to ensure that your eyes will be safe from any foreign substances that may be present in the oil. Not only that, but artificial tear drops use a small, carefully measured amount of Castor Oil as part of a mixture.

Putting non-sterile Castor Oil directly into your eyes can cause a number of unpleasant side effects including:

  • Itching
  • Swelling
  • Blurry vision
  • Irritation

Bottom line: Do not put Castor Oil directly into your eyes!

But with that said, Castor Oil can be supportive of your eye area in other ways. Let’s take a closer look!

Castor Oil is widely known to be one of the oldest cultivated crops in history1. Legend has it that Cleopatra loved Castor Oil for its ability to brighten the whites of her eyes. Apparently, she also used it to make her hair and skin more luscious and beautiful. 

Maybe you’re thinking, “Yeah, but that was 2,500 years ago.” Is this you?

Well, you’re right. Ancient history is fascinating, but there is plenty of compelling science today that underscores Castor Oil’s many amazing qualities. 

When it comes to using Castor Oil for dry eyes, a study found that it can be, “. . . effective and safe”2. It works because, as a lipid or fat, Castor Oil helps reduce tear evaporation. In short, it helps keep the moisture in your eyes from evaporating and helps lubricate your eyes. But as we said earlier, the Castor Oil is carefully measured and sterilized before use. 

Another study found that Castor Oil, when used as an ingredient in certain eye drops, could produce a, “ . . . more stable tear film,” that lasted longer than eye drops without it3.

And finally, a study on lipid-based versus water-based eye solutions showed that Castor Oil could, “. . . not only relieve patient symptoms immediately after topical administration, but may also directly improve the lipid tear film structure and thickness component in ocular surface disease, resulting in enhanced tear film stability.”4

So, as you can see, Castor Oil can benefit your eyes, but you should always check with your doctor first.

Now, let’s look at some safe ways you can use Castor Oil for your eyes.

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Benefits of applying Castor Oil around your eyes

Whether you plan to use it to help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles or to support brow and lash growth, the best Castor Oil for your eyes is always 100% pure, organic, hexane-free Castor Oil bottled in amber glass. This is the premium, cream-of-the-crop quality Castor Oil that we offer at Queen of the Thrones®.

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Why is Castor Oil so beneficial for fine lines and wrinkles?

Castor Oil is a natural source of fatty acids and antioxidants like ricinoleic acid5  – known for its amazing moisturizing and inflammation-balancing action6. Not only that, Castor Oil supports nitric oxide7, 8 production which supports blood flow. Plus, when combined with a Castor Oil Eye Compress, the gentle compression may support lymphatic drainage 9.

What does this mean? 

In short, it means that using Castor Oil around your eyes and with an eye compress may support circulation and lymphatic flow to your delicate eye area. Translation: Using this rich, skin-loving oil around your eyes is ideal for keeping fine lines and wrinkles at bay and supporting the overall wellness of your eyes. 

But it gets even better! The nutrient and chemical composition of Castor Oil make it a superpower for your brows and lashes. 

So, let’s take a look at these safe ways to use Castor Oil for your eyes!

Castor Oil for Eyelashes and Eyebrows

If you’re tired of the never-ending quest for longer, more luxurious eyelashes and thicker brows, and you’d love a natural and affordable way to support gorgeous growth, then Castor Oil is your ticket. As long as it’s 100% pure, organic, and bottled in glass, Castor Oil is a simple and holistic way to achieve the fuller, thicker lashes and brows you’ve been craving.

There’s actually scientific evidence suggesting that ricinoleic acid in Castor Oil could have the potential to reverse hair loss! A study found that elevated levels of the protein prostaglandin D2 (PGD2) are found in men experiencing male pattern baldness 10. This same protein is one of the contributing factors preventing hair regrowth in these men.

Then, in a separate study 11, ricinoleic acid was found to inhibit PGD2, potentially fostering the regrowth of scalp hair. Amazing, right? 

So what does this have to do with eyelashes and eyebrows?

Well, when applied to your lashes and brows, Castor Oil not only hydrates and conditions them, but may also support growth. Plus, unlike many commercial lash and brow serums with harsh chemicals, organic Castor Oil is an excellent choice if you have more sensitive eyes. Not only that, but Castor Oil is a truly amazing makeup remover that nourishes and moisturizes your skin at the same time!

How to safely apply Castor Oil to your eyelashes and eyebrows

How to safely apply Queen of the Thrones Castor Oil for eyebrows and eyelashes.

The same way practice makes perfect, with Castor Oil – consistency is key. Here’s a simple daily routine that will help you get started:

  1. Begin by washing and drying your face and removing any makeup from your eyes and eyelashes with Castor Oil. 
  2. Dip a clean mascara wand or an eyelash brush into a dime-sized dollop of Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil. Don’t over-saturate the brush. A little goes a long way!

Gently apply the Castor Oil to your lashes the same way you would mascara, starting at the base and working your way upward. Take your time to ensure every lash is coated evenly.

3. Then, use the wand or your fingers to apply Castor Oil to your brows, and dab it into the skin around your eyes.

Tip: Wearing a Castor Oil Compress over your eyes after you finish this routine, will help the oil penetrate deeply into your skin, lashes and brows, and supports a more restful sleep at the same time! 

Disclaimer: Do a patch test before first use. Although rare, hypersensitivity reactions to Castor Oil can occur, in which case discontinue use.

Remember, consistency is key when it comes to seeing results. Let the oil work its magic overnight as you sleep.

Using Castor Oil for eyelash growth is not a quick fix though; it’s a journey that requires patience and commitment. Also, results may vary from person to person, but with regular use, you may notice positive changes in the length, thickness, and overall appearance of your lashes within a few weeks to a couple of months. So, embrace Cleopatra’s natural beauty secret, and watch your lashes flourish as you indulge in this simple and gentle self-care routine.

Castor Oil for Deeper Sleep

What if you could wake up with eyes that looked rested – clear eyes without puffiness or circles? This would be a dream come true, right?

If you’re searching for a natural way to bring life to your tired eyes and help smooth out the signs of aging, a Castor Oil Eye Compress may be part of your next favorite nightly routine.

So let’s take a closer look at the benefits of using a Castor Oil Eye Compress to support a more youthful and refreshed look.

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The Restorative Power of Castor Oil Eye Compresses

Castor Oil is renowned for its emollient and anti-inflammatory properties5, and when you combine it with a compress, it provides gentle warmth and moisture to the delicate skin around your eyes. This may help alleviate puffiness and minimize the appearance of dark circles, fine lines and wrinkles.

But interestingly, using a Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Eye Compress may also support more restful sleep. You see, studies show that wearing an eye mask to bed may help naturally support your body’s sleep hormone, melatonin 12, 13, 14.

Plus, wearing an Eye Compress “comforts” your eyes similar to the way a weighted blanket would as you wind down in the evening, slide under the covers, and drift off into a deep sleep 15, 16.

This gentle compression on the skin also helps support the production of oxytocin 17– the hormone that gives you that feeling of love and connection. Plus, you know how much better you look when you have a good night of restful sleep, right?

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Not only that, but when you wear a Castor Oil Eye Compress to bed at night, you’re also activating certain dermatomes 18 and Chinese meridians 19. Stimulating these points is thought to support deeper sleep as well as better organ function! How’s that for a win-win?

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How to use a Castor Oil Eye Compress

Making a Castor Oil Eye Compress part of your nighttime routine not only pampers your eyes but also promotes restful sleep, making it an amazing holistic approach to both beauty and wellness.

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So, now that you know how to safely use Castor Oil for your eyes, are you ready to embrace this soothing practice? Get started today and let Castor Oil work its magic to revive and rejuvenate your eyes, helping you wake up feeling and looking your best!

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  2. Goto E, Shimazaki J, Monden Y, Takano Y, Yagi Y, Shimmura S, Tsubota K. Low-concentration homogenized castor oil eye drops for noninflamed obstructive meibomian gland dysfunction. Ophthalmology. 2002 Nov;109(11):2030-5. doi: 10.1016/s0161-6420(02)01262-9. PMID: 12414410.
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  13. Khoddam H, Maddah SA, Rezvani Khorshidi S, Zaman Kamkar M, Modanloo M. The effects of earplugs and eye masks on sleep quality of patients admitted to coronary care units: A randomised clinical trial. J Sleep Res. 2022 Apr;31(2):e13473. doi: 10.1111/jsr.13473. Epub 2021 Sep 12. PMID: 34514653.
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Top 5 Self-Care Gifts for Natural Wellness Lovers

Top 5 Self-Care Gifts for Natural Wellness Lovers

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Top 5 Self Care Gifts for Natural Wellness Lovers by Queen of the Thrones

Top 5 Self-Care Gifts for Natural Wellness Lovers

Written by: Victoria Williams R.H.N. Victoria Williams Director of Operations at Queen of the Thrones Victoria Williams R.H.N.
Victoria is Head of Operations at Queen of the Thrones®. Victoria obtained a Pre-Health Science Certificate with Honours from Georgian College, which ignited her passion for natural wellness and nutrition.
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Medically reviewed by: Melanie Swackhammer B.A. 

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Self-care gifts are an excellent way to convey your love and care for anyone. It shows that you’re thinking of them, and they should also take a moment to think and care for themselves.

These natural wellness tools also make great gifts for the overworked practitioner, stay-at-home mom, determined athlete, or the self-care aficionado in your life. Self-care is for everyone, right?

Would you love tried and true gift ideas for natural health and wellness? You’ve come to the right place because here are the five best natural wellness gifts for the holiday season.

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The best part? You won’t have to scramble at the last minute to find something your friends and family will use and adore.

Let’s start here: can you think of anyone in your life who’s complained about feeling bloated, tired, ‘bunged up’ or perhaps feeling stuck in their own body?

All signs point towards a lack of lymphatic drainage and flow. Now, you might be wondering… “Is there a simple natural wellness tool to help enhance lymph drainage and flow?” Yes!

5. The Castor Oil Dry Brush Kit supports lymph drainage

Queen of the Thrones Castor Oil Dry Brush Kit supports lymph drainage

You see, dry brushing has been commonly used in Ayurveda for centuries as it has multiple health benefits. It’s a relatively simple technique to improve blood flow, metabolism, and energy, while reducing cellulite.

Dry brushing supports lymphatic drainage1 and detox. It also offers physical exfoliation by sweeping away dry, flaky skin.

Plus, dry brushing stimulates receptors in the skin that connect to your nervous system which may be beneficial for your mental health.

If you dry brush when you wake up in the morning it’s almost like an alarm clock for your body, because dry brushing helps to gently stimulate cortisol, your alert hormone, at the time of the day when cortisol is naturally supposed to rise.

To enhance the benefits of dry brushing, it can be combined with Castor Oil, aka the Palm of Christ, as it’s packed with skin-loving nutrients like vitamin E, omegas, and polyphenols2 that hydrate and nourish your skin and further support lymphatic flow.

Simply apply a thin layer of Castor Oil to your skin before dry brushing for enhanced benefits. So easy, agreed?

Get them together with the Queen of the Thrones ® Castor Oil Lymphatic Dry Brush Kit! Your kit comes with an easy to hold circular brush with bamboo bristles as well as a 3.38 oz (100ml) amber glass bottle of 100% pure, certified organic, cold-pressed, hexane-free Castor Oil.

Now that we’ve talked about waking up, what about falling asleep?

Sleep problems are far too common, agreed? The next natural wellness tool will have you and your loved ones covered!

4. Sleep helper: Castor Oil Eye Compress Kit

You might be wondering, how can a Castor Oil Eye Compress improve sleep?

Well, the Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Eye Compress Kit was created so you can help gently reset your sleep-wake cycle and support your circadian rhythm.

How does it do this? Wearing the Eye Compress when you go to bed at night naturally promotes your sleep hormone, melatonin3-4 so you can fall asleep easier. Then, because of the light color of the compress, it allows sunlight in to wake you up in the morning.

Plus, like we talked about above, once you’re awake, you can greet the day with your Castor Oil Dry Brush to stimulate cortisol and further support gently resetting your sleep-wake cycle.

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The best part? The combination of Castor Oil and your Eye Compress allows it to function as a weighted, warm compress to help promote oxytocin. Castor Oil is a great source of moisture and hydration, soothing and rejuvenating tired-itchy eyes7 due to its natural antihistamine properties8.

Castor Oil Eye Compresses are also commonly used to relieve styes in the eyes, supporting relief from inflammation9. It may also result in the reduction of dark circles and wrinkles around your eyes.

Are you wondering… “Is Castor Oil good for eyelashes?”

And the answer is “Yes”. The fatty acids that make up Castor Oil are believed to be extremely nourishing to the skin and hair follicles, and it helps naturally promote nitric oxide15, which increases circulation. Regular application of Castor Oil may help with thicker, longer eyelashes and eyebrows.

So, while your loved one is falling asleep, they’re also giving their eyelashes and eyebrows nourishment and care.

To further promote relaxation, your loved one can include an aromatherapy experience by simply spraying essential oils in the room.

And using organic home fragrance oils is an excellent aromatherapy option.

3. Great for aromatherapy: Eau de Throne®

Queen of the Thrones Eau the Thrones is made of a blend of organic essential oils
Eau de Throne® is a pure blend of organic home essential oils of lavender, rosemary, clove, and citrus (limonene) that neutralizes odors and purifies the air in your home and bathroom while promoting relaxation and healthy digestion. Who wouldn’t want to leave the throne (the toilet) with an odor they are proud to own? Organic home fragrance oils not only smell amazing but also have additional health benefits. Some of these essential oils can neutralize bacteria, calm the nervous system, and support digestion.

Eau de Throne® includes…

  • Lavender: Acts as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, calmative, and antioxidant action10.
  • Rosemary: Supports hormone balance, circulation, and digestion. It also acts as an anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, anti-cramping, and antioxidant11.
  • Clove: Improves digestion, reduces gas and bloating, and fights infection12.
  • Limonene(terpene from the lemon peel): Supports healthy digestion and works as an antioxidizing and anti-inflammatory agent13.

You can spray it in your bathroom after going number 2, your living room before having guests over, in your gym bag, or use it as part of an at-home spa day.

So, Eau de Throne® is an excellent choice for aromatherapy and essential oil lovers.

Additional tip: Aromatherapy is a natural stress reliever and a great choice for someone who’s stressed. After all, we want our loved ones to be happy and stress-free, right?

Stress not only affects your mental health but can also cause physical symptoms, including hair loss or thinning14.

Fortunately, Castor Oil can also support healthy hair.

2. Castor Oil Hair Growth Kit: Practical tool for hair and scalp care

The Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Hair Growth Kit nourishes, hydrates, and repairs hair deeply from your roots to tips, making it a great natural wellness gift One of the major benefits of Castor Oil for hair growth17 is that it helps naturally balance the microbiome18-19-20 of the scalp, and may help reduce inflammation of hair follicles dandruff relief.
Castor Oil Hair Growth by Queen of the Thrones is the most recommended health solution for your hair and scalp

And that’s not it…wouldn’t it be great to enjoy an easy, relaxing ‘hot oil’ hair treatment with less mess and no heating required? The Hair Wrap does this for you by holding in your natural body heat!

The Hair Kit is great for those dealing with hormonal hair loss, including PCOS and thyroid disorders.

We’ve talked about Castor Oil for hair care, what about skincare, and what’s going on beneath?

You know, tense neck muscles, cellulite, and tender knots. Is there a simple way to support this? Yes! Your tried and true…

1. Castor Oil Fascia Massage Roller: Body & skincare tool for pain-relief

Queen of the Thrones Castor Oil Fascia Massage Roller Kit support smoothing out cellulite and lymph massage
Fascia Massage Rollers appear to be everywhere, from gyms to the shelves of your local big box store. The most common use of the Castor Oil and Fascia Massage Roller is to support smoothing out cellulite, lymph massage, and scar tissue breakdown. Like Gua sha, a Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Fascia Massage Roller Kit can also be used for sore muscles and migraines. Bonus tip: you can enhance your experience by putting your Roller in the fridge or freezer.

Plus, by applying Castor Oil before using your Roller, due to its anti-inflammatory properties21-22, the Oil combined with the Roller…

  • naturally engages enhanced circulation
  • supports lymphatic drainage
  • releases tension and stress

In turn, hormone balance, fertility, and gut health are supported when the flow has been restored to your body. Amazing, agreed?

Now for the pièce de résistance…

The all-in-one tool: Castor Oil Pack for Liver

We saved the best one for last! This BONUS natural wellness gift option is the most exciting gift as it is the one practice we can’t live without. You see, the Castor Oil Pack for Liver has been used in self-care for centuries to support liver detox, lymphatic drainage23, colon cleansing24, hormonal balance, and gut health.
Castor Oil Pack for Liver by Queen of the Thrones is the ideal health tool for liver detox

It calms the body down like a weighted blanket. Hundreds of testimonials speak to how it’s a game-changer to feel better, sleep better, feel less stress25-26-27-28 and poop better29.

Plus, it’s a key foundational practice for all stages of life (except during pregnancy), as the liver is the hub of cleansing and detox in your body30, which we all need to truly thrive.

Are you curious to know how and why the Queen of the Thrones® Castor Oil Pack works? We have the answers for you in this blog post.

That’s it, that’s all on the top 5 tried and true gift ideas for natural health and wellness using the ancient practice of Castor Oil.

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2. Marwat SK, Rehman F, Khan EA, Baloch MS, Sadiq M, Ullah I, Javaria S, Shaheen S. Review – Ricinus cmmunis – Ethnomedicinal uses and pharmacological activities.Pak J Pharm Sci. 2017 Sep;30(5):1815-1827. PMID: 29084706

3. Rong-fang Hu, Xiao-ying Jiang, Yi-ming Zeng, Xiao-yang Chen, You-hua Zhang. Effects of earplugs and eye masks on nocturnal sleep, melatonin and cortisol in a simulated intensive care unit environment. Published online 2010 Apr 18. PMID: 20398302.

4. Khoddam H, Maddah SA, Rezvani Khorshidi S, Zaman Kamkar M, Modanloo M. The effects of earplugs and eye masks on sleep quality of patients admitted to coronary care units: A randomised clinical trial. J Sleep Res. 2022 Apr;31(2):e13473. doi: 10.1111/jsr.13473. Epub 2021 Sep 12. PMID: 34514653.

5, 26. Rolls ET et all. Representations of pleasant and painful touch in the human orbitofrontal and cingulate cortices. Cereb Cortex. 2003 Mar;13(3):308-17. PMID: 12571120.

6, 27. Francis S, Rolls ET, Bowtell R, McGlone F, O’Doherty J, Browning A, Clare S, Smith E. The representation of pleasant touch in the brain and its relationship with taste and olfactory areas. Neuroreport. 1999 Feb 25;10(3):453-9. PMID: 10208571.

7. Goto E, Shimazaki J, Monden Y, Takano Y, Yagi Y, Shimmura S, Tsubota K. Low-concentration homogenized castor oil eye drops for noninflamed obstructive meibomian gland dysfunction. Ophthalmology. 2002 Nov;109(11):2030-5. doi: 10.1016/s0161-6420(02)01262-9. PMID: 12414410.

8, 9, 22. Al-Mamun MA, Akter Z, Uddin MJ, Ferdaus KM, Hoque KM, Ferdousi Z, Reza MA. Characterization and evaluation of antibacterial and antiproliferative activities of crude protein extracts isolated from the seed of Ricinus communis in Bangladesh. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2016 Jul 12;16:211. doi: 10.1186/s12906-016-1185-y. PMID: 27405609; PMCID: PMC4942971.

10. Shi JL, Tang SY, Liu CB, Ye L, Yang PS, Zhang FM, He P, Liu ZH, Miao MM, Guo YD, Shen QP. Three new benzolactones from Lavandula angustifolia and their bioactivities. J Asian Nat Prod Res. 2017 Aug;19(8):766-773. doi: 10.1080/10286020.2016.1264394. Epub 2016 Dec 14. PMID: 27967214.

11. Aruoma OI, Spencer JP, Rossi R, Aeschbach R, Khan A, Mahmood N, Munoz A, Murcia A, Butler J, Halliwell B. An evaluation of the antioxidant and antiviral action of extracts of rosemary and Provençal herbs. Food Chem Toxicol. 1996 May;34(5):449-56. doi: 10.1016/0278-6915(96)00004-x. PMID: 8655093.

12. Chaieb K, Hajlaoui H, Zmantar T, Kahla-Nakbi AB, Rouabhia M, Mahdouani K, Bakhrouf A. The chemical composition and biological activity of clove essential oil, Eugenia caryophyllata (Syzigium aromaticum L. Myrtaceae): a short review. Phytother Res. 2007 Jun;21(6):501-6. doi: 10.1002/ptr.2124. PMID: 17380552.

13. Astani A, Schnitzler P. Antiviral activity of monoterpenes beta-pinene and limonene against herpes simplex virus in vitro. Iran J Microbiol. 2014 Jun;6(3):149-55. PMID: 25870747; PMCID: PMC4393490.

14. Thom E. Stress and the Hair Growth Cycle: Cortisol-Induced Hair Growth Disruption. J Drugs Dermatol. 2016 Aug 1;15(8):1001-4. PMID: 27538002.

15. Mascolo N1, Izzo AA, Autore G, Barbato F, Capasso F.Nitric oxide and castor oil-induced diarrhea.J Pharmacol Exp Ther. 1994 Jan;268(1):291-5. PMID: 8301570

17. Coonen. L.P “Herodotus on Biology”. The Scientific Monthly. Vol. 76. No. 2, 1953. Pp.63-70. JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/20629

18. Andrade IM1, Andrade KM2, Pisani MX1, Silva-Lovato CH1, de Souza RF1, Paranhos Hde F1.Trial of an experimental castor oil solution for cleaning dentures. Braz Dent J. 2014 Jan-Feb;25(1):43-7.

19. Badaró MM, Salles MM, Leite VMF, Arruda CNF, Oliveira VC, Nascimento CD, Souza RF, Paranhos HFO, Silva-Lovato CH. Clinical trial for evaluation of Ricinus communis and sodium hypochlorite as denture cleanser.J Appl Oral Sci. 2017 May-Jun; 25(3):324-334.

20. Salles MM, Badaró MM, Arruda CN, Leite VM, Silva CH, Watanabe E, Oliveira Vde C, Paranhos Hde F. Antimicrobial activity of complete denture cleanser solutions based on sodium hypochlorite and Ricinus communis – a randomized clinical study.J Appl Oral Sci. 2015 Nov-Dec; 23(6):637-42.

21. Vieira C et al. .Effect of ricinoleic acid in acute and subchronic experimental models of inflammation. Mediators Inflamm. 2000;9(5):223-8 PMID: 11200362

23. Moore JE Jr, Bertram CD. Lymphatic System Flows. Annu Rev Fluid Mech. 2018 Jan;50:459-482. doi: 10.1146/annurev-fluid-122316-045259. PMID: 29713107; PMCID: PMC5922450.

24, 29, 30. Holm T, Brøgger-Jensen MR, Johnson L, Kessel L.Glutathione preservation during storage of rat lenses in opti-sol-GS and castor oil. PLoS One. 2013 Nov 19;8(11):e79620. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0079620. eCollection 2013. PMID: 24260265

25. Walker SC1, Trotter PD2, Swaney WT2, Marshall A3, Mcglone FP4. C-tactile afferents: Cutaneous mediators of oxytocin release during affiliative tactile interactions? Neuropeptides. 2017 Aug;64:27-38. doi: 10.1016/j.npep.2017.01.001. Epub 2017 Jan 19. PMID: 28162847

28. Löken LS, Wessberg J, Morrison I, McGlone F, Olausson H. Coding of pleasant touch by unmyelinated afferents in hu-mans. Nat Neurosci. 2009 May;12(5):547-8. Epub 2009 Apr 12. PMID: 19363489.

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How to use a Castor Oil Eye Compress for Eye Styes

How to use a Castor Oil Eye Compress for Eye Styes

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Queen of the Thrones Eye Compress for Eye Stye

How to use a Castor Oil Eye Compress for Eye Styes

Written by: Dr. Marisol Teijeiro N.D. (inactive) Christine Ruggeri Dr. Marisol Teijeiro N.D. (inactive)
Dr. Marisol Teijeiro N.D. is an award-winning author and founder of Queen of the Thrones® line of products including the original less-mess Castor Oil Pack
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Chances are, you or someone you know has experienced the aggravating symptoms of an eye stye, agreed? Have you ever wondered how to use a natural remedy like a Castor Oil Eye Compress to help eye styes?

You know the struggle I’m talking about…

  • Your eye annoyingly swells, impairing your vision with a half-closed eyelid
  • A painful red bump appears on your eyelid just in time to wreak havoc on your day
  • Your eye waters and crusts, making it feel like there’s constantly something stuck inside of it…

Can you relate? You’re not alone. You see, uncomfortable styes occur most often at change of season, during stress, or hormonal phases of life. Makes sense, agreed?

Good news, you’re in the right place to get answers to your questions.

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Have you heard of spleen qi deficiency? Stay with me here.

Symptoms of spleen deficiency tend to signal a weakness when it comes to digesting dampness (or excess moisture). Often caused by overexertion, poor dietary habits and anxiety/mental strain1. This terminology is used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Things like dairy, bananas and mucus-producing substances should be avoided for consumption when possible to help lessen the imbalance within your spleen.

How can you help rebalance your spleen qi deficiency?

The key is to rest and digest with a castor oil compress, which shifts the body into a relaxed state 2-3-4 to help clear the mucus-blocking dampness taking over.

Mucus is like a big fog that doesn’t allow you to see clearly, or feel well. Think of it like the old game of Marco Polo, only you never get to take off the blindfold to see exactly what is going on within you.

Now, you may be wondering…

How can I fix the uncomfortable stye on my eye?

Well, I use the Castor Oil Eye Compress Kit, from Queen of the Thrones®. It’s as simple as taking the Cosmetic Castor Oil and pouring ½ tsp on the compress, gently blotting both sides together and then placing it over your eyes.

Note that the Castor Oil is not to be used internally in the eye, and is safest when applied as a weighted compress.

Your Castor Oil Eye Compress supports improved…

  • Lymphatic drainage5
  • Natural anti-inflammatory effects6
  • Natural antihistamine properties7

Your Eye Compress ultimately supports balance within the area around the eye, enhancing your body’s ability to fight off the bacteria and inflammation causing the stye8. Pretty amazing, agreed?

Plus, as a bonus, when you wear your Eye Compress to bed, the compress effect of your sleep mask naturally boosts the antioxidant and sleep hormone-melatonin9, while also supporting eyelash growth and eyebrow health10.

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Plus, did you know Castor Oil works as a natural, and easy-to-do home remedy for those with hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)? This thyroid condition can impact the outside lateral part of the eyebrow, causing thinning and/or hair loss.

A classic sign of thyroid dysfunction, agreed?

Enhance natural melatonin production with an Eye Compress!

It’s true! Castor Oil plus your Eye Compress promotes your feel-good hormones oxytocin11-12 and dopamine13-14, by naturally allowing your body to relax and reset using gentle compression15.

So what’s it all mean? Essentially, falling and staying asleep will begin to feel a lot easier because your body will know how to naturally relax. Makes sense, right?

Styes are known to be a product of humidity, which thankfully the thickness of Castor Oil, placed not in the eye, but on the lid itself, counteracts and absorbs, supporting relief from the inflammation that is occuring16. Sounds good, agreed?

The takeaway? Castor Oil is special, and when combined with a compress it becomes superb in its abilities to naturally support your body!

Would you love to know more? Click here for your free eGuide so you can know all there is to know about Castor Oil Compresses!

The best part? You’ll also know how to use your Castor Oil Eye Compress as your new sleep-aid so you can have the sleep you’ve been dreaming of.

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1. Li XJ, Qiu WQ, Da XL, Hou YJ, Ma QY, Wang TY, Zhou XM, Song M, Bian QL, Chen JX. A combination of depression and liver Qi stagnation and spleen deficiency syndrome using a rat model. Anat Rec (Hoboken). 2020 Aug;303(8):2154-2167. doi: 10.1002/ar.24388. Epub 2020 Apr 30. PMID: 32353209.

2, 12. Rolls ET et all. Representations of pleasant and painful touch in the human orbitofrontal and cingulate cortices. Cereb Cortex. 2003 Mar;13(3):308-17. PMID: 12571120.

3, 13, 15. Francis S, Rolls ET, Bowtell R, McGlone F, O’Doherty J, Browning A, Clare S, Smith E. The representation of pleasant touch in the brain and its relationship with taste and olfactory areas. Neuroreport. 1999 Feb 25;10(3):453-9. PMID: 10208571.

4, 14. Löken LS, Wessberg J, Morrison I, McGlone F, Olausson H. Coding of pleasant touch by unmyelinated afferents in humans. Nat Neurosci. 2009 May;12(5):547-8. Epub 2009 Apr 12. PMID: 19363489.

5. Li Y, Zhang J, Wan J, Liu A, Sun J. Melatonin regulates Aβ production/clearance balance and Aβ neurotoxicity: A potential therapeutic molecule for Alzheimer’s disease. Biomed Pharmacother. 2020 Dec;132:110887. doi: 10.1016/j.biopha.2020.110887. Epub 2020 Nov 2. PMID: 33254429.

6. Jaén RI, Sánchez-García S, Fernández-Velasco M, Boscá L, Prieto P. Resolution-Based Therapies: The Potential of Lipoxins to Treat Human Diseases. Front Immunol. 2021 Apr 23;12:658840. doi: 10.3389/fimmu.2021.658840. PMID: 33968061; PMCID: PMC8102821.

7. Al-Mamun MA, Akter Z, Uddin MJ, Ferdaus KM, Hoque KM, Ferdousi Z, Reza MA. Characterization and evaluation of antibacterial and antiproliferative activities of crude protein extracts isolated from the seed of Ricinus communis in Bangladesh. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2016 Jul 12;16:211. doi: 10.1186/s12906-016-1185-y. PMID: 27405609; PMCID: PMC4942971.

8. Bragg KJ, Le PH, Le JK. Hordeolum. 2021 Aug 9. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2022 Jan–. PMID: 28723014.

9. Rong-fang Hu, Xiao-ying Jiang, Yi-ming Zeng, Xiao-yang Chen, You-hua Zhang. Effects of earplugs and eye masks on nocturnal sleep, melatonin and cortisol in a simulated intensive care unit environment. Published online 2010 Apr 18. PMID: 20398302.

10. Marwat SK, Rehman F, Khan EA, Baloch MS, Sadiq M, Ullah I, Javaria S, Shaheen S. Review – Ricinus cmmunis – Ethnomedicinal uses and pharmacological activities.Pak J Pharm Sci. 2017 Sep;30(5):1815-1827. PMID: 29084706.

11. Walker SC1, Trotter PD2, Swaney WT2, Marshall A3, Mcglone FP4. C-tactile afferents: Cutaneous mediators of oxytocin release during affiliative tactile interactions? Neuropeptides. 2017 Aug;64:27-38. doi: 10.1016/j.npep.2017.01.001. Epub 2017 Jan 19. PMID: 28162847.

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Disclaimer: Any opinions, advice, statements, services, offers, information or content expressed or made available by third parties, including information providers, are those of the respective authors or distributors. Neither Queen of the Thrones® nor any third-party provider of information guarantees the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any content. This communication does not create a doctor-patient relationship. Information provided does not replace the advice of your health care practitioner. If you happen to purchase anything we promote, in this or any of our communications, it’s likely Queen of the Thrones® will receive some kind of affiliate compensation. Still, we only promote content and products that we truly believe in and share with our friends, family and patients. If you ever have a concern with anything we share, please let us know at care@queenofthethrones.com. We want to make sure we are always serving Our Queendom at the highest level.