A quick note: While both castor oil and baking soda are popular in natural remedies, their effectiveness and safety for certain health issues aren’t strongly supported by scientific evidence. They can also cause irritation or side effects if used incorrectly. Always check with a healthcare provider before trying any remedy.
That said, here are some common folk uses of castor oil + baking soda mixtures:
Possible Recipes & Uses
1. Skin Exfoliant
Mix 1 tsp baking soda with a few drops of castor oil.
Apply gently to skin, scrub lightly, and rinse with warm water.
2. Acne Spot Treatment
Make a paste (baking soda + a few drops castor oil).
Dab onto pimples, leave 10–15 min, then wash off.
3. Wart or Corn Remedy (folk use)
Apply paste of castor oil + baking soda.
Cover with a bandage overnight.
Repeat daily.
4. Itchy Skin Relief
Apply castor oil directly to the area.
Optionally, mix with a pinch of baking soda for soothing effect.
5. Dark Spot Lightening (folk remedy)
Apply mixture of 1 tsp castor oil + pinch of baking soda to pigmented spots.
Leave 15 min, then wash off.
6. Insect Bite Relief
Mix baking soda with castor oil into a paste.
Apply to bites to reduce itching.
7. Hair Growth Scalp Treatment
Mix 1 tbsp castor oil with a pinch of baking soda.
Massage into scalp, leave 30 min, then wash with shampoo.
8. Cracked Heels or Dry Feet
Apply thick layer of castor oil + a bit of baking soda paste.Wear socks overnight.