Society as well as hair professionals have embraced the continued use of castor oil for hair growth.
This is due to the fact that castor oil soothes and moisturizes the scalp, reduces dandruff flakes and brings about a shine to the hair.
There are, however, some negative side effects you might not have known about castor oil. Below, are a few:
1- The prolonged use can possibly lead to a rare condition called Hair Felting. This is when the hair sticks together in a hard mess.
In the latter case, the only way forward would be to cut it off, since the tangles cannot be untangled.
2- There are indirect effects that come with the consumption of castor oil, such as:
– Nausea
– Skin rash
– Diarrhoea
– Dizziness
– Tightness of throat
– Cramps affecting the abdominal cavity and
– Fainting.
Furthermore, one can experience hair loss. Castor oil may not be the solution in this case.
This is because your hair loss may be as a result of an underlying problem; because of which, you may need to consult a practitioner.
There are carious types of castor oil, such as the Jamaican castor oil, which is highly recommended.+Read Original
However, one needs to take into account not only the short term positive effects, but the long term effects as well.




