Black Castor Oil in Brooklyn
Nicholas Brooklyn, a Black-owned apothecary on Fulton Street in Bed-Stuy since 1974, sells black castor oil in Brooklyn and ships it nationwide. We carry Haitian-style black castor oil and regular cold-pressed castor oil. Visit us at 1396 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11216, or call (718) 858-4400.
Castor oil and hair care on our shelves
Choosing a castor oil
Castor oil comes from the seeds of the castor bean plant, and it is very thick. Black castor oil is made from roasted beans, so it is dark with a roasted scent. Regular castor oil is paler and milder. We carry both:Haitian Black Castor Oil andHeritage Store Black Castor Oil in the dark style, andHeritage Store Castor Oil (labeled 100% cold-pressed) andNOW Castor Oil in the regular style. Neither style is necessarily better. It comes down to the feel and scent you prefer.
Customers also ask for Jamaican black castor oil. The Jamaican product we carry isShea Olein Jamaican Black Castor Oil Soap. Call the shop to ask what else is on the shelf today.
Castor oil will not make hair grow overnight, and there is no good evidence it makes hair grow at all. It can coat and moisturize. Use a little, try a small spot first, and never swallow it. Monique covers how people use it, what research says and when to be careful inThe Truth About Castor Oil. If you are pregnant, nursing or taking medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist first.
For a lighter oil, see batana oil andhow to use it on locs, or browse allhair care. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
1396 Fulton St, Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, NY 11216. Monday to Saturday 10 am to 7 pm, Sunday 12 pm to 7 pm. More on our visit page.
Black castor oil: Questions
Where can I buy black castor oil in Brooklyn?
Nicholas Brooklyn sells black castor oil at 1396 Fulton St in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn, NY 11216. We are open Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 7 pm and Sunday from 12 pm to 7 pm. You can also order online, and we ship nationwide.
What is the difference between black castor oil and regular castor oil?
Black castor oil is made from roasted castor beans, which gives it a dark color and a roasted scent. Regular castor oil is paler and milder. Neither is necessarily better, so choose by the feel and smell you like, and read the label to see how each bottle was made.
Do you carry Jamaican black castor oil?
The Jamaican black castor oil product we carry is Shea Olein Jamaican Black Castor Oil Soap. Our black castor oils are Haitian Black Castor Oil and Heritage Store Black Castor Oil. Call the shop at (718) 858-4400 to ask what is on the shelf today.
Does castor oil make hair grow?
There is no good evidence that it does. Cleveland Clinic physician Dr. Kevin Hopkins says there is no data showing that applying pure castor oil to your hair promotes growth. Castor oil can coat and moisturize hair, which may help it look and feel smoother.
How do you use black castor oil?
Start with a few drops, warm them in your hands and smooth them over dry hair, brows or skin. It is very thick, so many people blend it with a lighter oil. Test a small spot on your inner arm first, keep it out of your eyes, and follow the bottle.
Do you ship castor oil?
Yes. Nicholas Brooklyn ships nationwide, so you can order black castor oil and our other hair care online without visiting Brooklyn. Our shipping policy page explains how shipping works, and it is worth a read before you order. For order questions, call (718) 858-4400.