Pain, bloat, breakouts: Can castor oil packs actually help? Here’s the research

Pain, bloat, breakouts: Can castor oil packs actually help? Here’s the research

Medically reviewed by Susan Bard, MDBlanchi Costela / Getty Images Castor oil is an ancient holistic remedy that many cultures use for various ailments.A castor oil pack is a piece of cloth soaked in castor oil and placed on the skin for its potential health benefits. People use them for various reasons, including digestive support, pain relief, and improving skin health. Castor oil packs have been used in traditional medicine for centuries, but…