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.
Benefits. According to St. Botannica, castor oil is very beneficial for the prevention of sagging skin as it acts as a lubricant. This means is prevents dry skin and helps to tighten loose skin, in combination with toning exercises and a well-balanced diet. You can massage castor oil directly into the skin daily.Adding lemon juice or lavender oil may also enhance its effects.hoto Credit Amawasri/iStock/Getty Images. Castor oil is extracted from the bean of the castor oil plant (Ricinus communis). It is a mild laxative and is also used in alternative medicine for rheumatism, hair care, menstrual problems and as an anti-inflammatory. It may also be beneficial for the skin.