Castor seed and oil rich in ricinoleic acid for acne prevention.

Castor Seed Oil

 

If you read the ingredient list on our Glow Getter Serum, you might have paused at Castor Seed Oil.

Isn't that the thick, sticky stuff people use for liver detox packs? Isn't it too heavy for a face serum?

In its raw form, yes, Castor Oil is heavy. But when precision-formulated into a serum, it becomes one of the most powerful tools for keeping your skin clear.

We included it for one specific molecule: Ricinoleic Acid. Here is why this unique compound makes Castor Oil the "Bodyguard" of your skincare routine.

The Science: The Anti-Microbial Shield

Most oils are just fats. Castor Oil is different. It is made up of nearly 90% Ricinoleic Acid, a rare fatty acid that is scientifically proven to inhibit the growth of bacteria.

Why does this matter for a serum?

Acne Prevention: Most breakouts are caused by P. acnes bacteria feeding on excess oil.

The Bodyguard: When you apply the Glow Getter Serum, the Castor Oil acts as an antimicrobial shield. It keeps the pore environment sterile, preventing bacteria from setting up shop while the Hyaluronic Acid hydrates your skin.

A diagram of a skin pore.

Left: Unprotected pore with bacteria multiplying.

Right: Protected pore with a "Castor Oil Shield" (Ricinoleic Acid) blocking the bacteria.

 

"The Only Oil That Loves Water"

Here is a chemistry fact: Most oils are hydrophobic (they hate water). Castor Oil is unique because it is a Humectant Oil. It actually attracts moisture from the air, similar to Glycerin or Hyaluronic Acid.

This makes it the perfect bridge ingredient for our serum.

It Pulls: It draws water into the skin.

It Seals: It creates a semi-permeable barrier that locks that water in.

By putting it in Step 3 (Serum), we ensure that your hydration is anchored deep in the skin before you even apply your final oil.

 

Deep Penetration (The Delivery Driver)

Because of its low molecular weight, Castor Oil penetrates deeper into the dermis than almost any other oil.

We use this to our advantage. We use Castor Oil as a "Delivery Driver" to carry the other active ingredients (like Aloe and Rose) deeper into your skin where they can do the most good.

Clearer Skin, No Stickiness

Don't let the old reputation of Castor Oil scare you. In the Glow Getter Serum, it is light, fast-absorbing, and laser-focused on keeping your pores clean.

Experience the "Clear Hydration" difference with the Joyful Glow System. We are so confident that this formula will hydrate you without breaking you out that we offer our 60-Day Love Your Glow Guarantee. If you don't love the results, we will refund you in full.

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