This could RUIN your skin (Castor Oil fad) | Derm Responds to Dr. Rajani
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- čas přidán 4. 07. 2024
- Skincare trends can be a fun way to enhance your skincare routine while saving money, but unfortunately, not all skincare trends are created equal --- and some have the potential for causing immense harm to the skin that could take several years and thousands of dollars in treatments to reverse.
In today’s video, I am responding to a recent video by Dr. Rajani on the topic of Castor Oil. In just a few months, this video has garnered millions of views, and today I’d like to weigh in on the topic with an expert opinion as a double fellowship trained cosmetic dermatologist.
This video includes reference clips of Dr. Rajani’s video for commentary. Edited clips are not meant to mislead or misrepresent Rajani’s content, these clips are used for the purpose of commentary and education *under the fair use act*. For full context, see Dr. Rajani’s full video on Castor Oil here: • CASTOR OIL FOR YOUR FA...
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Castor Oil
01:12 Why there is so much conflicting information online
01:50 What is Castor Oil?
02:22 Castor Oil for Acne
07:45 Castor Oil as “Naturs Botox” or Filler Alternative
11:17 The REAL “Natures Botox”
12:15 Potentail Negative Side Effects of Castor Oil on the Face
14:29 Why I DON’T recommend using oil on the face
18:00 Castor Oil for Dry Lips
19:11 Castor Oil for Sunburn
20:30 Castor Oil for Eyes and Eyelashes
21:53 The problem with Online Advice
22:48 Subscribe for a chance to WIN Free Medical-Grade Skincare from MDAiRE
Topics in this video: #castoroil #castoroilbenefits #skincare #skincaretips #skincareroutine #dermatologist
Disclaimer: The videos on this CZcams channel are for informational purposes only and are not intended for medical advice or management. Information on this channel should not be used to treat, diagnose or manage medical and/or dermatologic conditions. Please consult with a physician or other medical professional regarding the diagnosis and management for any skin or health related issues.
Some of these comments make it clear they didn’t watch the entire video… Dr. Kappel isn’t saying to abstain from using and she’s not speaking badly about Dr. Rajani. She’s providing information about *some* of the negative side effects she’s seen, and how everyone’s skin has different needs. If it works for you, great!
Thank you 🙏🏼
Yes, always pach test and plus castor oil grow hair like crazy!! So for those swinging that they use castor oil 30 days, where's their facial hair I wonder cause I have used it on my body and face, both hair had grown significantly!!! Keep this in mind.
@@DrStefaniKappel people do not always want to hear the truth, but your video explained a lot, when I put the castor oil on, I could fill the softness of my skin like you talked about, but after a shower, my face has been actually dry now because of it, so you said the truth, and it explained my situation, I know people that are putting it all over their eyes and getting styes, going back to moisturizers, again thank you for your video you may get backlash, but you told us the truth. Thank you.
Same with everything in life, it might work for you, but it might not 🤷🏼♀️ we are ALL DIFFERENT 🏴🇬🇧
I cant use the oil directly on my face I have to mix it with my Josie Moran face cream or it dries my skin out
Castor oil , jojoba, rosehip oil and frankincense oil has dramatically changed my skin. Amazing results. ❤
Thank you for sharing. Do you combine all of these oils?
@@liana2136 1. Equal portions of Jojoba Oil & Castor oil. 5 Drops of Frankincense Essential Oil
@@mini-wy7usThank you so much. I've heard frankincense has wonderful benefits as an essential oil.
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Do you use some type of carrier oil? Do you mix them all together? I would love to know. Thanks!!
I had very bad eyelid eczema and tried every cream on the planet to treat it. I had bins full of creams! Lol. Someone recommended castor oil to me and I was so surprised it cleared everything up! My skin is finally healed ❤
@SamanthaErrett
Thank you for your post on this as I have struggled with the same issue for a long time and tried many options. I began my journey with castor oil yesterday, and my eyelids feel relieved and soothed today. There are some creams that have kept the eczema at bay for many years, but none truly do a stellar job. I am glad to hear you've had success and hope to have the same experience.
How long was it before You noticed an improvement?
@@vitameatavegamin4236 I immediately noticed it improving. In one month all the eczema was faded to just light pink and by two months everything was completely gone and my skin looked normal.
@@vitameatavegamin4236 I use the castor oil on my eyelids every night before bed and haven’t had any eczema issues since
I am sure Dr Rajani does not believe it is the same thing or mechanism of action as botox and filler. He's just trying to offer cheaper options for people to use on their wrinkles.
Also, he did a video recently on how filler can block lymphatic flow which can negatively impact immune system and increase risk for cancer. Can you comment on this video?
Dermal filler (HA not biostimulatory fillers) when done incorrectly (too much and in the wrong plane) could cause many issues. As a cosmetic derm I'm not a big fan of dermal fillers as I feel lasers and skin tightening treatments give more natural and longer lasting results.
I appreciate the fact that he gives cheaper alternatives but some people can misinterpret that information and take it as truth. I had a patient who applied it to her face for a little over a week and not only did it not give the same effects as botox but she broke out with cystic acne on her lower face and was in tears.
It is became of the quality being used. Where was it sourced? What was used? How was it processed. Not the castor oil itself, but the quality.
How ‘sure’ are you? This snake oil pusher is suggesting it is ‘nature’s Botox’. That’s BS and he knows it himself.
@@DrStefaniKappelI've heard lasers deplete fat, though. Is that true in your experience?
I've been useing it for years and have had great results. I'm 64, but you can't guess my age; so it agrees with me. I've started useing it as a carrier oil for rosemary oil in my hair and my hair is growing like madness. Good bye turkey neck, good bye old folks hands, it just works for me. Peace
Does it make the hairs grow more in your face? That worries me 😮
Some women have experienced that. I just started using it and it is the best plumper ever!
How do you mix it with the rosemary oil. Can you give us the ratio? How much you use of each one, I have a hair thinning..Do you leave the mixture overnight or?? I am at your age ❤
It only makes hair grow where it naturally grows. I go like 7 drops rosemary oil to half a tps of castor oil and leave it in over night. Also I make a spray of rosemary and cloves and add a few drops of castor in it so not to dry out my hair. @@mariamagnusdottir2749
I’d love to know what ratio of rosemary vs carrier oil/castor oil you use, and do you rub it on with your fingers or something else? I definitely could use some extra hair growth on my head!❤
@@veronicaspencelocke2003 I started with one tsp castor and 5 drops rosemary, but now I'm 1/2 tsp castor and about 7 drops rosemary and wow you can feel it working. Just feel it out
For over 30 years I've been working in the health field. Only using oils and essential oils on my skin. I am using ORGANIC castor oil on my skin, eyebrows and eyelashes, also advising clients and have yet to see a problem with it. Great for eye health too. If NOT organic, absolutely don't use it! I alternate with coconut and various oils. Diet, enough sleep and daily bowel movements plays a really important part in skin. Sometimes people get confused and think it is only what they put on their skin..
Glad someone mentioned how IMPORTANT bowl movement is in this equation. 👍👍👍
Coconut oil is comedogenic 😢
Have you seen it grow hair on the face ...?.? That is what I worry about...castor oil has been the best plumper I have ever used , but I do not want more hairs on my face 😮
@@mariamagnusdottir2749 I’ve been wondering the same thing
There's nothing wrong with non organic products
Castor oil has been a game changer for me. Completely got rid of my sun spots, cleared my skin & made it more hydrated. But it's true what you're saying... it doesn't work for everyone as we all are different.❤
Thanks for sharing!! Good or bad the more information we can share to help others the better :)
Great! What brand do you use? TIA!
Absolutely true. I’ve been using castor oil on my face for almost 2 decades and I don’t have any wrinkles and I’m 50. Castor oil is a resin, it’s an acid. It eats dead skin and moisturizes. I don’t need a doctor in a white coat to tell me it works. I just look in the mirror.
@@Delayna-bw2ln I mostly use Jamaican Black Castor Oil by Sunny Isle... I don't know if it's hexane free but it's still pretty good. I also put it in my belly button every night ( I use castor oil packs to avoid making a mess) & it has improved my digestion & is helping to reduce inflammation :) good luck!
Me too. Only I use the jamaican blk oil only on my scalp, and use the cold pressed hexane free organic (odor free) on my face and lips.
I love the perspective of both doctors. I’ve had oily skin in my T-Zone, horrible acne, cystic acne, scars etc since elementary school. I’m 50 now and the battle isn’t as bad but still there. I tried an oil based moisturizer prescribed by a dermatologist for 3 months and when I was done I started using castor oil. Both were game changers for me. My skin is no longer oily nor dry in my chin area. Last night I put on castor oil, waited a bit and then put on my makeup and went out. Normally, within an hour of putting on makeup I’m greasy looking and have to dab my face with a napkin throughout the night. But nope, not this time 😮 I’m still shocked. Castor oil seems to be minimizing my nasal labial folds and jowls as well. Great video Dr.
Castor oil is detoxing so if you find you break out with it at first that could mean it is doing its job. Watch your diet, environment, and what else you are putting on your skin. I think that may be a factor in the different results.
Good luck whatever you choose! :)
Came here to say this. Castor oil pulls toxins out, which can bring years of makeup, environmental poisons (including poisons in the water that we use to wash our faces), and other topical nightmares we use in our skin to the surface. That looks a lot like breakouts.
Purging is also very common with acne meds too. Lol
I eat mostly organic, cooked everything from scratch my whole life, no microwave in our house, I bake my own organic bread, making my own organic yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, you name it… using all natural cleaning products as well as body products, essential oils, AND I used organic in a glass bottle castor oil with horrible results. Oh, I also workout 6 days a week, so not an unhealthy woman here. Castor oil made me look 20 years older and I am still trying to get my face skin to where it was before I used it.
Another thing, I only wear makeup twice a week, and use tinted sunscreen every day, but no foundation at all for the past 5 years because I didn’t need to cover anything.
It is not possible to detox the skin because toxins cannot exit the body through the skin. That is the roles of the liver and kidneys, hence, why to encourgage a good diet.
@@ellieEl1111 It is not possible to detox the skin because toxins cannot exit the body through the skin. That is the roles of the liver and kidneys, hence, why to encourgage a good diet.
Castor oil has been doing miracles for my skin & hair. I recommend it for everyone especially for women who struggle w menstrual problems. Castor oil is the healing & miracle oil 🙌🏼
How do you use it for menstrual problems? Thanks!
Besides water, every thing used in skin care on earth isn’t going to have positive effects on everybody because everyone’s skin is different. The percentage of those that got negative effects should be stated and with that common skin type does it effect because it could very well be 1-5% of people and mostly with a certain skin type.. castor oil on skin goes back to the days of Ancient Egypt.
I agree completely. This is why blanket statements made can be harmful to select individuals who are more sensitive. However as a dermatologist I am seeing more and more patients coming in with break outs and scarring which prompted me to do this video. There is no doubt castor oil has been used throughout history but in a world where social media is the main source of information given to the masses, it is our due diligence to be all comprehensive and discuss the risks as well.
Absolutely! @@DrStefaniKappel
It could be bcs they have used botox for a long time that the castor oil is detoxing the skin from all bad chemicals the botox may have, and that's why they break out after castor oil. I'm just saying...
@@DrStefaniKappel Thank you, I have very sensitive skin, and any oil breaks me out severely especially coconut oil, which is very high on the como (sp) you know the word that I'm not even going to attempt right now, lol. But yes any oil for me black heads, whiteheads, scarring, and black marks you name it, as stated I have managed to maintain beautiful acne blemish free skin, til I attempted something I saw on YT now I don't wanna go outside my skin looking so crazy right now... smh!!
@DrStefaniKappel New sub! I enjoyed your video, thanks. I think one of the biggest problems with a lot of people now - oddly regardless of age - is that they don’t seem to understand that before you slather *anything* all over your face or neck/chest you need to test it on a small patch first, maybe then go to a bigger patch, but go slow…it’s “all or nothing.” Let’s get back to patch testing! (Oh, and always do your due diligence!)
Castor oil has been amazing for my 56 year old skin. I love the stuff. I haven’t done any procedures, not even botox, that’s been a personal choice, I have nothing against it for others. I do ignore the hype around castor oil or anything for that matter and focus on what works for my skin. Castor oil has done nothing but good things for me, so I won’t be without it.💜 Thanks for sharing your input.
It is also important to remember to use cold-pressed, organic, and hexane-free castor oil stored in a dark glass bottle if you're using it for the skin, face, lashes, or eyes. I use Jamaican black castor for my hair, but it would absolutely make my skin break out were I to apply it to my face. I've been using castor oil for my face, hair, and lashes for a few months now, and the results are wonderful. I combine aloe with castor for my lashes, and I've NEVER had lashes this long!
I've wondered about the JBCO for the face. What do u think cause a breakout with this?
@LURW0 I'm assuming that it isn't as refined or pure, that the process by which this particular brand was made is not as thorough, or perhaps the castor not the same quality. It did not specify that it was organic, cold-pressed, or hexane-free, so it was undoubtedly a more crude form of the oil.
@@IrieRogue what brand would u recommend?
@@LURW0 I use the Goodbye Company
I've started using Castor oil on my face & neck, good results mixing with coconut oil as its so thick & quite sticky. How do you apply it to your hair, mine is very thick, & dry from blonding for years. Do you dilute it or put it on wet hair?
Old school natural remedies are the best. Been using it for years and at 48 I don’t look older than 30-35. You dermatologists want to sell your products. I have spent thousands on products you all swear by and every product is junk. The less we use the better our skin. You Dermatologists and Estonians doctors mention how much work you do to your skin
It’s just like medical doctors. They sell drugs not cures.
I use castor oil on my brows and they have grown in really well. I also use it on sun spots on my arms and hands and they are fading. Ive used it on deep wrinkles on my face and it helps my makeup go on smoother. I put it on both thighs cellulite and it has smoothed them slightly. The feel of it is thick and greasy, but Im happy with the results.
Do you rub it in or leave it on? Just castor oil on its own?
I think that it is important for anyone who is commenting about castor oil, needs to mention Edgar Cayce, who developed Castor Oil Packs. You did not, and I think you should add it to your show notes. It is very important that it is done as he said, many do other things than what he said to use. He was a medical intuitive, and it is important to do what he said, not what you or others think will help it only with castor oil. You have to put on the castor oil and then use clean organic WOOL flannel over the castor oil - it is the keratin in the wool that breaks down and heals tumors or cysts. You will not get that benefit with cotton or other fabrics. And then put a hot water bottle on it, not an electric pad. Many have made variations, yet it is important to do it, as he said. Thanks for listening, I have done Edgar Cayce methods to heal many things. Look him up. peace
I’ve never heard of him, I’ll definitely look into this, thank you!!
Do you have the education to back this? The doctor here does.
The Dr only knows what she reads told and experience with patients. Give me my white jacket so people will click their hills together say yes mam. We all different that why Dr have Practices and practice on patients all
the time.
Castor oil packs helped my ovarian cysts and seems to have gotten rid of my fibrocystic breast disease.
I love both doctors and I take best practices from both and follow the evidence. Thank you for this content. very informative. Keep up the great work.
Awww thank you so much! Yes he is great! Just trying to fill in any gaps that may be helpful as patients are searching for additional information ❤❤
Dr.Rajani is a family doctor. No dermatology. He also has a video saying to use lemon on your face. Which is completely harmful. Lemon is one of the worst things to put on your face. So I wouldn't trust him with any skincare advice.
This is very informative, thank you Dr. Kappel. I had a small bump develop on my forehead (my father used to get these burned off in his later years) so I decided to try using castor oil on it while sleeping. It has almost disappeared after about three weeks of castor oil use. Amazed at how well it worked.
That sound like it may have been a seborrheic keratosis! Glad it worked and thank you for sharing!!
@@DrStefaniKappelThank you for sharing the medical term... I was wondering what it's called. 😊
New here and nearly spit coffee out my nose when you said you’re 46. Subscribed!
🥰🫶💗 welcome to the tribe!!
What?? I thought this was someone in their late 20s or early 30s. Shocking
Yes she’s gorgeous and brilliant ❤
Because she also uses castor oil. Lol 😜
😂I thought the same. Until she said it, I thought..New doc, graduated early from high school, zipped through college.. and even still, it didn’t make sense. My brain registered maybe 17 ish 😮 Here I’m 54 praying I can find a way to get rid of my wrinkly neck from losing weight.
Castor oil has made my skin amazing
Just found your channel and I’ve subscribed. I’ve only tried castor oil recently on a thickened and darkened skin patch on my back because it was always itchy, that area cleared up like nothing happened. It did not however clear my eye bags and dark circles the way it did for other people, it did for my friend. So yeah, I appreciate you explaining the mechanism of how castor oil can and can’t improve all skin problems. Thanks for a very informative explanation.
You’re so welcome!!
Have you compared to the way your friend applies maybe that's it? It's so thick.
I love castor oil for lashes and eyebrows, for detoxing as a pack on the belly. However, I have had one of the WORST breakouts of my life after using hexane-free, cold pressed, amber glass bottled castor oil all over my face for a week. Nothing else changed in diet, routine, water intake. Cleansed before and after applying as an overnight moisturizer, clean pillowcase each night. So, I’m right on the fence for this product. I won’t stop using castor oil for other benefits, but will not go for it all over my face again. Everyone is different! ❤
I respect your message, madam… but I’ve been using organic castor oil on my face and body for awhile now and have had nothing but really good results from it.
🤷🏻♀️♥️
They will try to discourage us from anything that works to keep the dollars rolling in for them.
I appreciate your input! I bought some last week cause ALL the hype. Great information!💖🌺🌷
Dr kappel, what is your opinion on putting Castor Oil around the eye for anti-ageing? I'm hesitant about it.
I have done it and it kinda didn’t help
I put a drop on my eyelids every night. I'll never buy expensive eye creams again, it worked wonders!
🎉❤thank you for looking out for EVERYONE ❤️ You are a amazing person and Doctor
Thank you!! ❤❤
Dr. Stefani how do you feel about double cleansing with an oil based cleanser followed by a water based cleanser? Very popular in the Korean skincare method.
Great question. I would like to know the answer to that to.
Let me guess, they didn't wash their face or hands before smearing castor oill all over it. 🙄 betcha
Probably not :/
Yes probably
Deep cleansing is required before occluding with castor oil
It's a must
I’m so glad I saw this! I just stared using castor oil and ended up with a massive cyst on my chin. I’m in my 60’s and it’s been years since I had a cyst like that ! Now I know the culprit …. Thank you ! I think I’ll save it to use on my arms and legs
Thank u for the comprehensive overview of acne! I wish my doctors had such incredible knowledge when I suffered a disfiguring humiliation that wasnt taken seriously… accusing me of vanity and self mutilation. You have the expertise that people with such conditions need. Indeed… different disciplines of care have different scopes of treatment.
Soooo glad I watched this video! Thank You!
May we ask what argeline product you are using. Much appreciated.
The one she sells, of course.
Your patients who didnt have good results with their acne night have used the wrong castor oil, such as nonorganic, with hexane in it, or from a plastic bottle.
Castor oil is great for crepey skin, for arthritis inflammation.
I also think its important to use a mild abrasive cleaner on the skin at least three times per weeks, to ckean the pores.
I'm against Botox and fillers, I believe that neurotoxins should not be used in our faces. Weve all seen what fillers do to a face, distorting the shape of the face making it puffy.
Not true! I used organic in glass bottle and had horrible reactions and results.
By the way, I have learned this recently after some research; do you think the castor oil was shipped on the cargo ship in a glass bottle😂? Nope. It came in a big plastic barrel and then a company bottled them into small glass bottles.
oh wow! Thanks for sharing this. I never think about how things are shipped! So smart to know. :) @@cangel201
Same. I have organic castor oil in glass bottle and today (5th day of using it) have woken with a bad reaction. Very disappointed but by the looks of things we are a small minority compared to the mass of people that it works well for
@cangel201 I’m so sorry you had bad results. You are correct about the shipping practices as well. Many consumers are unaware of how their products actually reach them :( amazing on your part that you are doing your due diligence to find those things out!
I agree with you. And I believe people with acne after castor oil could be bcs they have used tones of botox and fillers that their skin is detoxing....
Dr Kappel, is it safe to use an oil cleanser? I don't put oil in my skin but I do like oil cleanser to remove makeup and sunscreen. Thank you so much.
Better than any chemical and expensive creams! Oil is natural!
Thanks so much for clarifying ❤
Thank you so much for this!! I have almost picked up castor oil several times but I kept thinking, if it seems too good to be true…. I may still give it a go, but I will be very cautious! You really are so helpful. I truly appreciate your generosity with your time and knowledge.
You are so welcome! 🤗
Castor oil is amazing! Just don't use it on your sensitive spots!! I just do eyebrows and forhead and hair! 🎉
I've jumped on the castor oil bandwagon and I have acne at 43! I don't have pimples, but it looks like I have a few that want to break out. I never associated the 2 until now. My pores look larger than ever too. Damn! I watched the video you commented on, and it seemed too good to be true! I have been using castor oil day and night though. I'm definitely addicted to oil on my skin now that you mention it! I never thought about it like an addiction! Thank you for breaking it down 🙏
Aw sorry to hear you had a bad experience with it! Never too late to turn it around though 🩷🩷
@@DrStefaniKappel I'm now using a hyloronic acid cream before the castor oil, and just using the oil lightly, to see if it will make a difference. I want to have beautiful skin and I'm not loving this getting older thing!
I’m 40 and I’ve been using castor oil on my face for five nights now. This morning I woke up and my skin was so stiff/dry/ red and flaky. After the first night a boil type thing came up on my chin. I’m so upset I thought it would be a wonder for me as it has been for the hundreds of people who have posted positively about using it :(
You are exactly the type of patient i’m trying to protect and defend. Thank u for sharing your story. I’ve had several patients in my office report the same experience which is why I made this video 🙏🏼
@@DrStefaniKappel thank you so much. I’m so glad I found this one among the many that are all positive. I thought I was alone for a minute there 😅
I had nothing to put in my dry skin so for last two nights I’ve used a little sudocrem and it’s helping to clear it up. I doubt this is good long term. Do you suggest anything else natural that helps with lines and uneven skin tone? I’m at such a loss I am desperate for a routine now my skin is suffering xx
Anyone have experiences with Argan oil?
I will turn 27 this year, I still have some acne and uneven skin texture. I used to put 2 drops of squalane into my moisturizer because my skin would feel a bit tight without it. Recently I changed to Argan oil, it feels very light on the skin. I guess a water based moisture serum would be better than adding more oil, based on this video, what about glycerine and similar?
Dr. what do you think about oral castor oil? I’m a young guy in my 20s and take 1 ml 2x a day,
morning and night for hair loss. I never knew it had benefits for skin. I’m just trying to get the PGE2 stuff down. Could oral be beneficial for skin too?
Thank you so much for the scientific breakdown, much appreciated and much needed in the wild Wild West of CZcams Docs and trendiness!!!
Gotta stick together and fight for honesty and transparency online 💗🫶💗
Amen!!!!@@DrStefaniKappel
Castor oil and jojoba oil completely transformed my skin(body and face)
More than any over priced moisturisers.
Body butter and oils are my go to
The reason why a lot of african and caribbean women have great skin is because of natural oils and butters.
Maybe oils are better suited for black skin
I think generally black,Asian & Mediterranean women age very well; it’s about genetics.
I'm caucasian and it's worked wonders for my skin😊
Im black and very darkskin cannot put any oil on my face, however ppl believe Im like 30 but Im 44 so yeah black don't crack if you take care of yourself!
I agree, it seems castor oil is great for melanin-rich skin!
My grandmother (yiayia/Greek for gma) used to put castor oil in my hair as a kid. What do you feel about applying it to Hair?
I finally gave in to the hype and purchased castor oil. I can vouch for the acne affects. I was really surprised to see acne show it self bc I haven't had acne in over 20 years. I immediately stoped the castor oil on my face and viola, no more acne. However, I am applying it to my legs and arms, hoping to see a difference in the creepiness. I am 54 years old tomorrow. I have applied Retinol to my legs and arms for years but wanted to see if this would give an added affect.....It's been a week since I have been diligent and I think I see a difference. I'll keep you posted haha. :) Thank you for your input on this. It takes courage to give advice that may be a little controversial but you do it with grace and class. It comes from a good place and a place from accredited intellect :)
Thank you for saying that, you are very kind-it can be scary to speak out against popular opinion. I’m so sorry to hear you had an adverse reaction on your face. Glad to hear it’s cleared up though!
I am 57 and get really dry skin in winter … to the point it hurts to smile . Just started using castor oil and my dry skin is gone. I got the idea from the video you just reviewed. So far no side effects but will be cautious. What cream do you recommend for very dry skin
@drstefanikappel Thank you for taking the time to offer your expertise. You answer the comment section with the people that disagree with you with such class and grace. My skin is extremely sensitive and rosacea prone and castor oil was too thick for my skin thus causing comedones. It has however been wonderfully moisturizing for my body. I agree with you regarding oils as well. Although they feel lovely on the face , they tend not to be hydrating. Can you please recommend some items that you find to be extremely hydrating for the skin and won’t cause irritation, acne or comedones? Thank you very much .
What is a comedones?
Thank you so much- you must be a mind reader Dr K! I have the most annoying sensitive skin ever (facial hyperhydrosis so I’m always getting breakouts from wiping the sweat off my face… SO frustrating!) and I kept seeing videos for castor oil so thought I’d try. After seeing this video I can tell it would be a disaster for me. ❤
Ah glad you were able to get an alternative perspective outside of the mainstream narrative before trying it! Definitely not ideal for certain skin types.
I got acne from putting it on my face for only a couple of days and I don't get acne! I haven't had acne in forever...I immediately stopped. I don't believe I have sensitive skin either.
My aunt had extremely oily skin and got pimples till she was 70. One time she went to a GP, and he asked how old she was. At 60, he said he was amazed that she had not one wrinkle and did not look older than 40. She did have pitting though. She couldn’t even use moisturizer till she was 65. What moisture factors can work as well as sebum or oil?
Merci pour cette vidéo ,cela explique peut-être le retour soudain de mon acné hormonal,ma peau est vraiment devenue pleine d'imperfections que je n' avais pas avant ,j ai arrêté d' appliquer de l huile de ricin ,en combien de temps la peau se remet ?merci d' avance pour votre réponse
Hello doctor
Between Carbon laser and Hydrafacial which one would you recommend ? Pls answer
Castor oil completely changed my skin. I’m 49. I had been using retinol and vitamin C and decided to integrate Castor oil. My skin feels like it did in my early 30’s. Fuller, more elastic and my pores are less noticeable. I started using it all over my body. The texture on my legs has dramatically changed. Smoother and my skin tone is more even. I hate the way it feels but after I wash it off my skin feels amazing!
Does the elasticity last or do you think it's a temporary thing?
Thank you so much for sharing the truth! I wish I could see you as a patient but I’m in Canada.
Castor oil has removed my sebaceous filaments on my nose and the rosacea, my cheeks and chin has gone down considerably. I have only been using it 2 weeks
Your a True Class Act! Thank you for how you addressed everything, wverything has a side effect.
Thank you for the advice!
Dr. already explained on several clips that oils dry out the face if they are applied alone, and that they are only applied to the face on wet skin with something like glycerine, only then the oil is applied, so the skin this way will not be dehydrated, and no more than 6 drops. So what you think about this way
(I am interested on light oils like sunflower oleic, grape oil, not castor oil) ? How I read not all oils cause chaos, but those heavy that clog pores, but ect sunflower oil does not clog pores and is quickly absorbed by the skin. I have dry skin around eyes and for now only coconut oil help me, I dont know what else nature to use I put him only around eyes. I start whit him before week or two for dry skin, but not on face is heavy for me.
oils as part of properly formulated moisturiser r good
I only listen to the best!!! Doctor Kappel I’m doing my first fraxel next month. I usually do 2/3 clear and brilliant a year, should I still do them if I’m incorporating one fraxel a year? ❤❤❤ thank you always
Thank you so much!! That is exciting!! I am sure you will have a good experience with Fraxel but just make sure your provider manages the settings and after care to minimize the risk of hyperpigmentation if you are prone to that :) Fraxel is very customizable so turning down the settings so that it is just a little stronger than Clear+Brilliant may be a safer way to start. Your texture, pore size and pigmentation will be beautiful no doubt!
Is Aloe Vera a good alternative to moisturisers ?
Dr, thanks for this video. As Jojoba is not an oil, is it beneficial for skin? Thank you 😊
Is it good for body use? The stomach, breast, nails and cuticles?
Hi I can't thank you enough for giving us such an elaborated but easy to understand information you had put lots of your time If you don't mind can you also give info about Argerline as you can't apply with vitamin C and copper peptide or matrixyl is it OK if we apply Argerline first and wait for few minutes and then apply others as it says they will become inactive if applied together
If possible please reply
I love how respectfully and thoroughly you addressed his claims.
Thank you Dr. Kappel for this video! Please people test it out cautiously. I got major cystic acne using for only 5 days. I thought I was in the clear and then boom! I have been using argan oil for over 10 years with great benefits and zero problems. Castor oil is a resounding NO for me. I got caught up with all the hype, never again. I wonder why all of a sudden there are so many influencers touting the benefits of castor oil? It’s not a new oil. Very sus!
Aw I’m so sorry to hear you had such a bad reaction!! It’s so tough when things start trending like this without context… so much hype and misinformation can cause bad outcomes if we’re not really careful :(
@@DrStefaniKappelwhat is careful? I have had breakouts in the T Zone for years, media and cysts. Now I am afraid to try castor oil!
Hard-core debunk! In the most gracious and eloquent way… when I first saw your channel, I thought how could this girl know anything but she’s too young… And then I heard you disclose your age on one of your videos, and then hearing you speak from a professional standpoint, proves that I would much rather trust you about skin care than an internal medicine doctor. i’ve been using castor oil for years, but only on my scalp and eyelashes/eyebrows. Sometimes on my fingernails. Never thought it was OK to use on my face, especially because of the prostaglandin effects, not looking to lose any facial fat volume! Thank you so so much❤️
Hi, Has the castor oil thickened your hair (brows and scalp)? Cheers ^_^
Yes, definitely!
Thank you very much ❤
We also need a video about _Tallow_ for skin
That is a good vieo for a video! Tallow is also thought to be good for acne pone skin. The options for acne prone patients are limited. I really appreciate you sharing :)
@@DrStefaniKappeli love tallow and emu oil ❤️
Wow...the windows and that view!!! Gorgeous
It is said that castor oil can help eliminate milia, especiallyaround the eyes. Do you agree? If so, do I use it with a carrier oil? Also, it was recommended that the area be exfoliated with glycolic or lactic acid.
I'm trying castor oil for one month on my CZcams channel. I'll be giving the results on April 6. I can tell you this though, I used it on some very fine lines on my forehead. It seemed to act like cement and made the lines appear more prominent. I stopped using it and went back to my Squalane and Vitamin E oil and the lines smoothed right out. For sure, it doesn't work well everywhere. 👍
Eeek! Be careful 🩷 good luck!
Oh yes, it made wrinkles in just a couple of weeks on my face , that were not there at all, prior to using it. My worst experience!
I have heard some say it can be drying to use a carrier oil. I heard grape seed oil is good for the skin..I don't know what the Dr. Thinks of grape seed oil.
Organic castor oil in a glass bottle made my under-eye fine lines deeper and caused acne breakouts.😢
I’ve been using for Years mixed with Grapeseed and seabuckthorne oil and just introduced Frankincense oil as well .
LOVE IT !!! Better than any high end cream or serum .
Castor oil in your Bellybutton is great too !! Head to toe
I love it also. Just started a couple of weeks ago, also with grapeseed. Started also with the bellybutton with immediate positive results. Wish I knew about it sooner!
Very helpful content. Thank you for the education based on facts & science
Hi Dr. Kappel, one of my followers emailed me to say that she has been using castor oil (pure, not mixed with any carrier oil) for 3 straight weeks, everyday on her face and whole body. She says that her skin has become crusty and dry all over, especially in between the toes where she'd been applying the oil regularly, too. Would you think she is allergic to an ingredient in the oil, like ricinoleic acid? Thanks so much for this video. Professional and respectful of Dr. Rajani as you are only objectively providing your insights from your perspective. Cheers.
Thanks for your valuable information. Are essential oils included? I add Frankincense to my moisturizer (now I am terrified)
I called your office a year ago to ask about skin whitening/ethnic recoloring as I get made fun of a lot for my darker skin tone and the receptionist said you do offer these bleaching procedures. Do these in-office procedures help boost collagen?
please dont bleach your skin, I understand what you're going through, I am a very darkskin Black American and was made fun of growing up. But now I look younger and better than everyone who taunted me, because my darkskin preserves my youth and turns out to be a true blessing. Please stay dark as possible trust me!!
@@chocolatediamonds5760 dark skin preserves from sun damage but not aging in general which takes into account lifestyle, diet, collagen supply and many more factors...
I don't believe that people have completely ruined their skin and ended up with the long list of acne conditions you describe. There is no way anyone would continue to use the oil on their face to let it get to that degree. I'm sure most people would discontinue it's use at the first sign of pimpling.
This science nerd is glad to have found your channel. It seems like the castor oil fad comes around every few years so to have a dermatologist give sound advice is refreshing. People love a "miracle" potion that can cure everything, especially acne, but if it was really that simple then no one should ever suffer from acne again! Thanks for being the voice of reason.
Exactly!! Love this comment! And so happy to have a fellow science nerd! 🤓 welcome to the tribe. 🩷🫶
Facts it does makes its rounds every few years lol!!
20:25 Which makes it not scientific? Reduced to a fad 😅. Remember coconut oil?
To each his own...will not change in any way what this oil does.
Hello, I'm SO wanting to buy 3 of your products. Went in to buy on Instagram, however is there a way I can buy in NZ dollars. I had necktie bits and the retinal? Cant wait to try these.LOVE your content
Castor oil caused a massive allergic reaction on my face. I’ve used it on other parts of my body with no issues. My skin in my face turned red and bumpy and made it so sensitive to everything I subsequently put on it. Days later my skin crusted and peeled. It was terrible.
I am curious....How was the skin underneath after it crusted and peeled?
I've seen your older videos ( 5 years ago ) and even though your skin was still amazing back then your skin has improved a lot from then
As far as my skin itself, it’s been my products MDAiRE. I’ve always done lasers since my 20s but I formulated MDAiRE with the first products and launched after I saw first hand what these products were doing for my skin
Like you, I highly respect Dr.Rajani and understand that he has made his video from a perspective related to his training and background. I appreciate your view on the Castor Oil trend and wonder if this oil is better served on other parts of the body rather than the face.
appreciate your perspective / observations on other aesthetics youtubers and their opinions; the fact that you're not sponsored and not selling your own line of red light masks, creams, other products is a sacrifice of $ but adds cred to you, your content, your channel, your brand.
Wow I thought Rajani was a plastic surgeon. Thanks, for the clarification. I was going to start using it today after watching his video this morning.
I think you can definitely still use it but if you are prone to acne, just use caution :)
Me too! He sells skin care products on his CZcams website.
Dr.Rajani is a family doctor. No dermatology. He also has a video saying to use lemon on your face. Which is completely harmful. Lemon is one of the worst things to put on your face. So I wouldn't trust him with any skincare advice.
Me too! I also thought Dr Rajani was a plastic surgeon
Is he not??? I thought he was too. What is he?
I have a serious question for you. If you could please reply it would be so greatly appreciated. This is going to be a little long winded. So I suffer from pcos. I started using bruan silk expert 5 and was getting great results but enough. So I started doing electolsis appts to get Rida the hair faster and more permanent. I told the ladies at the place how I been using IPL device they essentially laughed Al that “I wasted my money on that device.” So I resold it for half my money. Then I started hearing all this about castor oil. So I started using it & realized ppl say it makes ur hair grow in thicker and darker. Even most lash serums factually contian castor oil. I asked my electolsis lady if I should avoid areas where I have hair growth to ensure it wasn’t strengthening the root of the hair like the study I read stated. They again laughed and said this is impossible. Fast forward 6 months and now I’m growing in much more hair, much more dense and darker. I can’t help but think castor oil is to blame? Or is it that I no longer use the IPL inbwteeen electolsis sessions? Idk? But one or the other or possibly both have made tremendous differences 🤦🏼♀️😳😭 thoughts?
I am in my 70's and I use organic cold pressed (not expeller pressed) hexane free castor oil that is in a dark glass bottle for cleansing my skin at night (which sucks it up) and I have been using it for dry eyes as well !
Thank you so much for providing objective and scientific information. :)
I guess I had a bad skin reaction on my face from castor oil, just before I watched this video 😩I applied all over my face and now I got small pimples .. I hope they leave!! Does anyone has an advice for me? My skin was really good before 😔just like you described from your patients. Thank you for your videos they are very educational ❤
I agree, I had major breakout with inflammatory acne with only a few application
Thanks for sharing 🙏🏼❤️
Yep, using organic castor oil from a glass bottle actually made the wrinkles under my eyes look worse and gave me acne.😢
My skin looked fine when I used it however it gave me a really intense prickly itch on my skin - face, neck, hands, wrists. I only used it maybe 4 times. I have lupus and it might be because of that.
Castor oil made wonders on my skin, without any bad effects shown on this video.
Off course everyone is different.
I just say my personal experience, castor oil works by far better than many high priced cosmetics for me.
I appreciate you so much. I have been watching your videos since the beginning. You taught me how to layer my skincare. I learned from you years ago that oil is not good for our skin, nor is it going to help us with anti-aging. As soon as I stopped using it and I focused on Peptides, Vitamin C and Tretinoin, I saw a huge shift in my skin and people are always surprised at my age. I have two daughters, ages 22 and 18 and everyone thinks we are sisters! 🥰 I am the same age as you! Thank you for explaining everything in detail so that we can understand why something is or isn't good for our skin. You're amazing and your channels is amazing. I appreciate all of your hard work and your kindness. If I could afford your skincare line or some lazer treatments, I would definitely invest in it. That would be amazing, but since I can not afford to do all that, I am extremely grateful to you that I know what to look for in skincare products. There are some really amazing affordable brands out there. I have been using The Ordinary Matrixyl 10% + HA as well as The Ordinary Argireline Solution 10%. I combine that with my Tretinoin and a great eye cream and moisturizer. I use Vitamin C during the day. I hope you have a great weekend. Happy Easter!💜💕💜🕊🦋🌻💮🌼🌹🌸
One of the few that suffered horrible effects from castor oil. I wished it worked for me, but am now on an oral antibiotic and antibiotic cream to treat the rash/dermatitis caused by placing oil on my face. I mix it with my skin cream for my arms and legs, but keep castor oil away from my face now.
Does applying castor oil on the face increase facial hair in females? I have a facial hair problem and it's frustrating.
Castor oil has only made my skin better❤. So I'm gonna have to disagree with you on this one.
What's to disagree with? The Dr's message was that for SOME individuals it is recommended to exercise caution and to perhaps consider adding an additional step of a spot test before using it on such a visible and important part of the body as our facial skin. Can you clarify for me please what's to disagree about with that? 🤔
Same!
What are your thoughts on para cress, which is also called "nature's botox"? I've seen some amazing results! It's also called Acmella oleracea. Thank you!
I agree with you, I only use it a tiny bit of castor oil on my eyebrows as I find it too thick. I am the woman who’s suffering from post inflammatory hyperpigmentation due to C02 laser in my poor neck. Unfortunately I live in Madrid and I can’t go to see you, I’ve been told that either picosure or fraxel laser could help improving my problem. Would you be so kind to give me your opinion? Thank you🌹
I would definitely stay away from Fraxel and only see care from a provider well versed in lasers. I’m sorry that happened to you :(
Gosh, I don’t think there are many even any here. The dermatologist that caused my problem was supposed to be an expert. He had even treated me for melasma with chemical peelings years ago to a nearly complete success, before ruining my neck with that laser. I’m doomed😢
Thank you very much Dr Kappel!🌹
Doctor how about grapeseed oil? I love it. Can you do a video on face oils please? Thanks
Thanks so much for the information. I tried it and my skin hated it. I just use a tiny bit on my eye brows. Thanks again
Thanks so much for sharing. Did it cause your to break out?
Thank you for sharing your experience. Has the castor oil improved your eyebrows? Cheers ^_^
So do you have some research and thoughts on PRF for hair growth in scalp and eyebrows and PRF to fill in the hollow under eye area?
Rajani also promotes grape seed oil around the eyes for fine lines.
Not to pick on him as I have some of his products which I do really like!
Castor oil, and yes the tanning booth with led for face totally took away my eyelid excema. I have been binge watching Dr. Steffani's videos for 2 weeks now. I love doing red light therapy, and I do go into the sun, and the tanning booth before vacations, which really has helped my my 59 year old skin. That's all I have time for for skin care right now, but I would love to do fraxel laser treatment, but I assume I can't until my tan goes away, and I am half Mexican and German, so i feel like I might be a problem for laser therapy. My problem areas are Eye bags, and jowls. It's crazy I don't have crows feet, and I have a smooth face. My eyebags, and lids have always bothered me the most. But yes, I have combination skin, combination meaning Hispanic and Caucasian.
Good points. As they say, listen to your own body. For me I alternate, I hear about a fad, I’m willing to try it and I’ll stick to it and get what it can offer, then I would return to old favorites like Emu oil and retinol
Thank you so much for posting this- if I get castor oil anywhere near my face it breaks me out.. and I’m tired of hearing that this is a cure all for everything! I appreciate your scientific explanations so much!
I’m 1 month in using a castor oil patch at night on a lipoma and it has reduced from the size of a golf ball to a grape. I also apply it liberally on my eye area making sure to get some in my eyes. There are multiple uses for castor oil all of which are safe and effective. No need to fear.