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Castor Oil Pack

Castor Oil Pack Instructions Caution: Castor oil stains materials. Do not use while actively menstruating or during pregnancy. Before proceeding with creating a castor oil pack, apply a small amount of oil to your skin, and assess if any reaction occurs. Materials Needed: Heritage Store Organic Castor oil Organic Cotton or Wool Flannel Old towel, preferably organic cotton Heating Pad Step-by-Step Instructions: 1. Prepare Materials. Lay old towel on a stable surface and place flannel (organic cotton or wool) on top of the towel. Flannel can be folded in half or three times, depending on the body surface area needed to cover. 2. Saturate the Flannel. Add approximately 1 Tbsp of castor oil to flannel. Lift the flannel to gently spread the oil as needed. Add 1 more Tbsp if needed to ensure the saturated area of flannel covers the body surface area the pack will be applied to. The flannel should be saturated, but not dripping. Each subsequent time of application, a small amount of oil can be added as needed. 3. Apply the Pack. Lie down and place saturated flannel against your skin with the old towel fully covering the dry side of the flannel. 4. Apply Heat. Place heating pad over the old towel. Heat should felt while remaining at a comfortable temperature. 5. Relax. Retain castor oil pack for 45-60 minutes. Choose resting activities you enjoy during this time, including reading a book. listening to a podcast, watching a movie, breathing practices, meditating, visualizing, or listening to music. 6. Pack Removal. Turn off heating pad. Remove old towel. Remove flannel and place the dry side of the flannel on the old towel. Fold the flannel so the saturated surfaces meet and place flannel in a Ziploc bag to be stored. 7. Oil Removal. Create a paste by combining baking soda and water to remove castor oil from skin. Frequency : Frequency will vary upon the condition it is recommended for. Begin slow and listen to your body. General support is typically 3-5 days a week. Castor oil packs have an additive effect, so consistency is key. Notes: Replace the flannel as needed. With daily use, approximately 2 months.