Most newborns have some yellowing of the skin, or jaundice. This is called physiological jaundice. It is often most noticeable when the baby is 2 to 4 days old. Most of the time it does not cause problems and goes away within 2 weeks.
The following functions have been reported for these ingredients. Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil consists primarily of the oils of fatty acids. Ninety percent of the fatty acids in Castor Oil are ricinoleic acid which is a monounsaturated, 18-carbon fatty acid. Castor Oil maintains its fluidity at both extremely high and low temperatures.
Castor oil is a fatty oil with a yellowish or greenish tinge. It is thick, and it possesses a high level of viscosity, meaning it does not spread easily. For use as massage oil, combine castor oil with a carrier oil, such as almond oil or grape seed oil, before rubbing it into affected joints.