Essential oils have been used since pre-historic ages. In ancient Egypt, essential oils were used for beauty care, spiritual enhancement, and for medicinal purpose. Essential oils were also used in ancient India as part of the Ayurvedic health care system.
Castor oil has been used for both medicinal and beauty purpose for centuries. It is believed that the ancient Egyptians used castor oil to protect the eyes and also as a facial oil. At present, castor oil is widely used in beauty products like lip balm, eyeliner, conditioner, and styling gel. It is also used in ointments for the skin.