Jamaican black castor oil is a type of castor oil which is prepared by using a Jamaican ancient method. It contains a lot of fatty acids and phytochemicals which are believed to offer many skin and hair benefits. According to many scientific sources, it is the only known source of a fatty acid called ricinoleic acid, an omega -9- fatty acid. This fatty acid nourishes the hair and is also said to kill some viruses and fungi. As these micro-organisms have been linked to some causes of hair loss, it can therefore contribute to hair growth. It is also said to retain moisture in the scalp thus preventing dry scalp. 
I discovered Jamaican black castor oil online last year when I decided to grow my hair. So many people were raving about it and I decided to give it a try too! Since I started using it 4 months ago, in November 2010, I’ve noticed a tremendous change in my hair length and thickness. Some skeptics might not believe that it works but all you have to do is to use only one bottle for yourself. I’m 95 % sure that you’ll be hooked.
You can use Jamaican black castor oil in any way you like but I prefer to use it immediately after I’ve cleansed my hair so that it remains in my hair. That way, I feel that it’s still working till my next wash day!
I usually apply it to my scalp first. Next, I apply my moisturizing deep conditioner and then wear my heating cap. Afterward, I just rinse off with warm water.
I also apply it to my hair after my leave-in conditioner when I air dry my hair.
When I co-wash, I like to deep condition with castor oil and my moisturizing conditioner but I make sure I rinse it very well so it doesn’t weigh my hair down! I have a video of how I use it. Watch it by clicking HERE.
However, those are only 3 ways to use it. You can also:
-use it as a prepoo conditioner alone or mixed with another oil like coconut oil. Apply heat.
-mix it with your protein conditioner and apply heat;
-mix it with your deep conditioner and apply heat;
-use it as a sealant after moisturizing your hair. (Use it sparingly because it might weigh your hair down too much)
-use it as a scalp oil when your hair is dry; etc. Be careful though because it’s very sticky and can weigh your hair down too much. (That’s why I only like to use it when I deep condition! Besides its sticky nature, I love it so much!)
Where do I buy it? From Amazon.com : that’s my favorite online place to shop and they’ve never failed me yet! (Although I’ve seen some people complain!)
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| Taken October 2010 (just a little below the shoulder) |
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| Taken March 2011 (Just at the level of the armpit! Yay!) |
**Post updated 30/03/13**
P/s: If you’re in Lagos and you want to give this Jamaican black castor oil a chance, send me an e-mail at dr_fomsky@thesizzlingmommy.com OR siply go to The SIZZELLE ONLINE STORE to place an order. Thanks.
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Ok Fomsky! Doing my first prepoo, etc re: ur intrsctions earlier this year. Hope it works! Keep up the good work!
i have just started using black jamaican castor oil, and I guess it has started working, my hairs were shedding like nothing but now atleast it has slow down, i will keep you posted on the performance.
thanks
Yay!
Rumana, I’m glad your shedding has stopped!! Do keep me posted!
Pls,how do I get this oil. I liv in Ibadan.10ks
Hello Ayo. I’m currently not selling any till February
I just started using J.Black castor oil, from what I have gather from the blogs, sizzling mommy, and watching personal video posted on You Tub, I have heard nothing but positive feed back and remarks on this products, I decided to purchased a bottle today, 2/10/2012 I’m 2 days in use the J. black castor oil I will keep you up date, right now my hair is currently thin and a little damaged from wearing weaves off and on I plan on pre-poo, and co-washing through this hair journey. Thank you for all the information you provided on your wed page.
Angela
You’re welcome Angela: I hope the JBCO works for you. Co-washing is good because it can help you stretch between relaxers. Tk care
Hi Dr. Fomsky,
I am new to JBCO. I have been reading alot of reviews about this product. I live in California and there are no beauty supplies stores here that carry this particular product. However, I want to know if I purchase JBCO can I use it just bt itself or do I have to purchase the pimento oil as well. I read that the pimento oil was good for hair growth. By the way, I usually go to the hair salon every two wks, so I was considering on using the JBCO two or three days before my next hair appointment.
Thanks
Hi Toni, I’m glad you could stop by. You can use it just by itself. However, many girls complain of shedding when used that way. The other alternative is to mix it with your conditioner or another oil like olive oil. You don’t need the pimento oil: I’ve never used it although I hear good things about it. And yes, because JBCO is a very viscous oil, it is not a bad idea to use it just before your salon service. That way, it won’t weigh your hair down. Also, considering that you live in relatively warm California. Do take care
I hope I’ve been of help.
Hi there Dr. Fomsky I noticed that you said as a suggestion to mix the castor oil with a conditioner. I use As I Am Coconut CoWash Cleansing Conditioner and I am using olive oil for my deep oil treatments. When I incorporate the Castor oil into my regimen how much of the castor oil should I use in a mixture? I big chopped in May so right now I’m at TWA length. Thank you in advance.
Hi Jasmine. Sorry I didn’t respond immediately.
The amount of castor oil I use depends on the thickness of the conditioner I’m using and whether or not I’m using other oils. When I use Kenra moisturizing conditioner, I use about 3-4 teaspoons of oil and it still remains thick enough. If I’m mixing it with other oils, I use 1 teaspoon each of castor oil, olive oil, avocado oil and safflower oil. If the consistency of the conditioner you’re using is light, you can use about 1 to 2 teaspoonfuls. Also, since you have a TWA, you might not be using the same amount of conditioner I’m using so 1-2 teaspoonfuls might actually be enough. Hope this helps.
Hi, My name is Michelle I’m from Chicago and I just started using JBCO and I was wondering if it’s safe to use on relaxed hair. I’ve heard that it’s not.
My hair is relaxed and I’ve been using it for a while so i guess it’s safe enough.
Hello Dr_fromsky I just purchased JBCO and am a little unsure on how often should I use it. Did you mention that I could mix with olive oil and use heat with it? If so how much of each oil and how long should I sit under the heat dryer? Also how many times a week? When I do this regiment should I still apply to my scalp in between deep conditioners? Btw, my hair is fine and thin. Not blessed with strong coarse hair like yours. Thank you
Hello Sasa. How are you? The frequency of how you use JBCO depends on which way you choose to use it. You should use it every time you deep condition (which might be 1-3 times a week depending on how much time you have on your hands). Yes you can mix it with olive oil and use heat with it. You can either mix the JBCO with your deep conditioner OR apply it to your scalp and then your deep conditioner to your hair strands.
I would recommend that if you’re mixing JBCO with olive oil (or any other oil of your choice), you use 1 ml of oil with 3-4 ml of JBCO. I also think that you should sit under the dryer for a minimum of 15 minutes (I always aim to sit under the dryer for at least 15 minutes).
During the week, you can lightly apply it to your scalp every other day. I don’t think it’s necessary for you to apply it to your hair. Take care
Hello Dr_fomsky thank you so much for your feedback and forgive me for mispelling your name in previous question. Hope you have great holiday season. Regards
Hello again Dr_fomsky I used the JBCO along with olive oil and sat under dryer for thirty mins then I rinsed my hair. I was wondering if I was supposed to shampoo it after? I only shampooed it before using the oils as deep conditioner.
Dear Dr. Fomsky, I do appreciate your tips about hair growth. I use Organic Olive Oil shampoo and conditioner plus the leave in conditioner. While I use their hair mayonnaise and carrot oil cream when I need to steam my hair. Pls how do I prepoo my hair and can I mix it with my organic products during steaming. My hair is breaking so bad and thining out..- used to have very full, long and thick hair. Now am the complete opposite and my front line hair has almost disappeared…what do I do please.
Hi there,I just bought the Jamaican black castor oil no salt and I have no idea how to use it i’m a guy in my 30′s and my hair is thinning, do i apply straight to my scalp and for how long before I wash it off?
how many times a week?