Concussion expert and alumnus Michael Micky Collins, Ph.D. '91 recently returned to the University of Southern Maine (USM) to give a lecture on sports-related concussions.
Castor works well as a toenail fungus treatment. For the same reason it helps fight acne, castor oil can get rid of persistent fungal infections, moles and cysts. Traditionally, the method used was to apply a small amount of castor oil with a pinch of baking soda to the infected area.
Castor oil is good to treat styes (oil gland infections found on the eyelid), apply a small drop with a fingertip 2-3 times a day. Castor oil is a natural emollient and stimulates production of collagen and elastin, which hydrates the skin making it appear smoother and softer. Great when used for wrinkles and age spots. The high vitamin E content in castor oil is excellent for brittle nails and ragged cuticles.