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 rich in Ricinoleic acid (6), which fights off the acne-causing bacteria. It effectively penetrates the skin layers, making it an excellent remedy for acne. To use castor oil for skin: 1  Wash your face with warm water, as this will help open your pores.ere is a step-by-step guide to its use. 1  Dilute 2 teaspoons of castor oil in 4 teaspoons of coconut oil. 2  Alternatively, you can wash castor leaves in water and soak them in coconut oil for few hours, and then heat gently. 3  Apply over the affected area and cover with a cotton cloth.