Whenever I visit the family in Jamaica, before I leave my mom knows she has to take me to get two things; a bottle of honey and a rum flask of castor oil.
If you are privileged enough to have your Island link supply you with your stash, you know you’ve got the good stuff when the only thing they can find to put it in is an old white rum bottle, which holds considerably more than the popular brands you find on Amazon.
You will also more than likely be able to spot the difference between that and the clear versions sold at CVS or beauty supply stores.
Many swear by the potency of the dark colored version. Not only is it good for promoting hair growth. Jamaicans will tell you that it has many other uses including, rubbing your joints if you suffer from arthritis, to induce labor and it is believed to prevent cysts and lumps if you massage it into the affected region such as underarm or your breasts.
In addition, wisdom of the elders insists that if you use castor oil on your skin you can prevent eczema, psoriasis, pimples, limit warts, skin tags and other skin ailments.
Now given all the proposed benefits, you might be wondering what the difference is between the Jamaican Black Castor Oil also known as JBCO and the clear versions. Will the clear version do the same thing? Well the answer is… it depends. Yes I know that is delightfully vague.
Castor oil is originally from Africa. As it is with many other things, slaves brought the seeds over to Jamaica where the oil was extracted and used for a variety of purposes.
Raw unadulterated castor oil is very rare but is still being made in some areas of the island today, and is not black in color, it is actually yellowish. Commercially squeezing the seed at high pressure to extract the oil is called cold pressing, and when it is done in this manner it allows the beneficial properties of the oil to remain intact.
Another method of extracting the oil uses heat or chemicals which degrades it. Thinking of it this way you would imagine that the version that is extracted without heat would be better. After all, if the inherent properties are not compromised by heat and it seems to be the obvious choice right?
Aha, but the black version is slightly different still and heat is in fact part of the extraction process. The seeds or castor beans are first roasted and the ash from the roasting process is incorporated into the final product giving it the dark tinge. Some brands hold to the authenticity of the process by mirroring it in modern JBCO production. And now due to the surge in ecommerce, some Jamaican vendors have been offering the authentic stuff and shipping directly from Jamaica.
If you’ve ever used JBCO, you will know that not only is the color distinct but the smell is very distinctive too. It literally smells like charred seeds which isn’t the best smell in the world if I’m being completely honest, but the smell in my experience dissipates quickly. You can also get versions of JBCO that have been enhanced with essential oils which not only mask the unique natural smell of the oil but also boost the hair growth credentials associated with castor oil* use.
The clear castor oils on the other hand have been processed in such a way as it eliminates the smell, which is more convenient to some people. Basically, the clearer the castor oil the lower the iodine content. This is because the oil has been filtered. Generally however, cold pressed castor oil* will tend to be yellowish in color.
From a marketing perspective, the clearer the oil the purer it is considered to be but this is not necessarily better. Some of these oils may be more processed than the authentic JBCO and certainly more processed than raw cold pressed castor oil. Another thing to note is that in many instances super clear castor oils tend to have other oils added to bulk up the product and cut costs. Adding other oils of course dilutes the potency of the castor oil itself.
You will find added ingredients like synthetic fragrances, mineral oil*, vegetable oils and parabens. Clearly, this strays entirely away from the authenticity of JBCO but it serves as a good reason to always check the ingredients before you purchase a product!
So, which is better JBCO or cold pressed castor oil?
In all honesty, determining if Jamaican black castor oil* with the ash is better than regular castor oil really boils down to a matter of preference. You might argue that the oil with ash is not the purest because the ash is added to the oil from the roasting process and not extracted from the seed itself. On the other hand, the ash is a bi-product of the seed so having it in the oil is not such a bad thing, and actually makes the product seem more “whole”. It is the closest to the seed you are going to get.
But there is the fact that heat is used to extract JBCO contrary to the cold pressed castor oil which is… well… cold pressed. Hey, for any other oil, most would quickly exault the cold pressed version as the best version. Think cold pressed olive oil* or coconut oil*. The oil has not been heated so it hasn’t oxidized and will still have most of its beneficial compounds intact.
Also, unless you are accustomed to the smell of authentic JBCO, regular castor oil might be easier on the nose especially if you use it daily for simple things like sealing your ends or mixed into your creams and butters*.
In terms of hair growth benefit anecdotally speaking both oils are even in positive reviews found online although in recent years JBCO has had the larger backing, mostly because of it’s popularity in the black community.
Depending on who you ask JBCO might not be as practical for everyday use but it can be great added to your pre-poo treatment, used as a hot oil treatment and can also be used in home made diy leave in conditioners.
If I could leave you with some sage advice as it pertains to buying castor oil it would be this: when you purchase castor oil make sure that it is from a reputable brand and always check the ingredient list to ensure that it is pure castor oil. Do your due diligence and you won’t go wrong regardless which version of the oil you choose.
So, what’s your preference, JBCO or regular castor oil?
I love love Jamaican black castor oil
It smells heavenly!!!
Me too!
hello, i want to try JBCO.. where and how can i purchase this product? im from Philippines hope you can help..
JBCO ALL THE WAY
Regular castor oil works better for me
Are you talking about the kind that’s by the laxative section?
I mean in the laxative section
JBCO ..leaves my hair very softt
Jamaican Black Castor Oil for Sure!!!
Where do I find these at?
You can find the jbco at your local beauty/hair supply store. The regular castor oil at your local grocery store…Good luck!
You can find it at the hair supply store. However, like mentioned above it has additives and is very diluted. (Read the ingredients) Its best to go on amazon.
YES, YES, YES
Does the jamaican oil thickens your edges?
Yes
Yes, and this is after using it once a day for a month. (BC on the left) Notice my edges and sides are thin. (1 month post BC on right). My hair is full and edges filled in just after a month of using JBCO daily. I swear by it.
Lauretta Hall this is what you want to do..
Yes it does
do you mind sharing how you used it. I big chopped and growth is slow.
WOW! I’m convinced to ue JBCO over the clear
@ Denise, I use it with a mixture of other oils to decrease the smell. I use it as a sealant with the LCO method.
what is the LCO method ?
L- liquid leave-in C- cream or butter and O – oil
Yes yes yes,,,,i only wear quick weaves while im transitioning,,i oil my hair good before installing and i do a hot oil treatment every two weeks,,, hair has grown,,,
Black jamaican cashier oreo grow my hair back with in 3 months of using it my hair was pulled out from the root so my edges were bald black Jamaican castor oil grow my hair back I didn’t think it was going to grow back I’ve never tried the clear though
Jamaican black. Its great makes my hair soft w/o that greasy feel. And I love the smell.. i use the coconut. I’m going to try the lavender and it does makes my hair feels thicker.
I use Lavender and mango and I use the coconut
It has with my hair
I need to buy some of this because my hair is thinning.
JBCO for sure it makes my hair feel so soft and it helps with my growth and thickness.
Yes Marquita sweetnspice
Anyone mix their jbco with olive oil?
Yes I do it when I deep condition. I mix up JBCO, pure coconut oil, shea butter and olive oil. Mix it all up with my hair mayonnaise n conditioner and honey…
I mix it with shea butter 2..
Oh yes, I do. It’s great and easier to apply that way. Add a drop of rosemary and peppermint oil and you reach the stars in no time.
I mix coconut oil and the jbco and i use it on my edges and on my scalp.
I just start using JBCO trying to grow my thin sides and to grow my hair out. How do you apply it to your hair?
I use it as a pre-poo on my hair and a sealant on my ends after moisturizing during the week. The night before wash day, I pour on my scalp between parted sections, add it to a section then chunky twist. Then I sleep in a plastic bag over night and wash in the morning. As a sealant I use sparingly on my ends after moisturizing with aloe vera gel.
Good luck!
I use several oils in my mixture: jojoba, coconut, olive oil, castor, vitamin e oil and carrot.
Yes it do thickens you edges and it promotes a more full growth in those spots to well it did for me
I love the jamaican
Jamaican black castor is better well to me.
Where can i find jbco
I like both
we do it black in st lucia… so does that make it jamaican too?
Jbco love it! My edges are growing back…and the rest of my hair is growing like weeds….I’ve never tried the regular.
what’s the difference between the two?
I hear JBCO will grow your lashes too!
Jamaican Black Castor Oil Is The Truth!
Luille Marskete aka Haitian Castor Oil
Both!
JBOC while my hair was braided just took them out glad to know it doesn’t weigh the hair down or is very greasy cause my hair is very thin
Jbco!!!
Jbco, it smells great.
I will b tryin JBCO
I use and have gotten great results w/ both. Happy Healthy Hair All!
Where can u buy the JBCO??
some beauty supply stores sell them but i know u can buy it online at amazon.com
Thank u! Has it helped u?
You can buy the Jamaican castor oil on Amazon. I love it
Shannon Robins I found mine on amazon
i havent tried the JBCO but regular castro oil irritates my scalp..i dont know why
You sound like that you maybe allergic to it. so you need to stop using it. I’ve heard and read the same comments before.
Jbco*
Where can u find the jbco?do they sale it in Alabama
I use the regular one and I’ve seen results in my edges….
Jbco it wks
JBCO…..
I LOVE THAT JAMAICAN BLACK CASTOR OIL EVERY WOMAN IN MY FAMILY US IT!!!
JBCO!!
JBCO it’s the only thing that works since my hair is so thick and kinky curly the zig zag wateva it penetrates easy making my hair really soft
I would love to try this.. Where can I buy or order JBCO from???
At Sally Beauty Supply Store!!
Select Sally’s sales the jbco
Jbco a little goes a long way. Had my bottle for a year and it barely looks like i Used it
Clear Castor Oil has grown my hair like no other. It’s more natural without extra chemicals or dye in it. If you ever decide to flat iron your hair, using clear Castor oil it straightens your hair like a perm. It’s amazing!!! I’ve found the cure to grow and strengthen my hair. Clear Castor Oil all the way!!!
Do you order it online?
No… Go to your nearest Whole Foods Store. It cost less than $10. The price is worth saving your hair. I wish you the best. Love and God Bless You. 🙂
JBCO has no chemicals or dye. It is dark because it is roasted and the ash content is added to oil.
JCBO <3
@ Michelle and Sharon. I don’t doubt JBCO works for you but I’ve tried everything under the sun and I have had the best results with The Clear Castor Oil. It works for my hair. Never said, JBCO had chemicals or dye in it. I prefer what’s best for me. I wish you the best on your hair journey. Love and God Bless You. 🙂
you IMPLIED that JBCO had chemicals and dyes. caster oil isnt naturally clear so its technically not pure either if its clear
The Real Person!
No I think she said that SOME brands of JBCO may have added dyes so to read the ingredient list to be sure that you are getting the right stuff. And yes, completely clear castor oil is also highly processsed, the yellowish one is the one being referred to as “clear”.
Doesn’t it smell awful though?
@ Phindi, I mix it with other oils. That decreases the smell tremendously.
The original castor oil which is black, has no chemical. However, when extracted it comes out that dark colour… .It has to go through a clarification process to allow to become clear my friend.
These products are best bought organically from jamaica or purchased on online stores such as amazon, or ebay.
@Phindi. Clear Castor oil is orderless and 100% pure. So pure you can use it on your skin.
@Niqua.. Please read my comment carefully. I never said, “JB” has chemicals or dye inside of it.
Clear Castor Oil is organic. I purchase mine from the Whole Foods Store. I don’t order online. Clear Caster Oil is 100% pure and you are able to use it on your skin too. JBCO, is ment for your hair. I don’t think JBCO would be wise to try it on your skin. I enjoy orderless natural 100% pure remedies that are “best for me.” What’s for me my not work for you. I’m happy you find JBCO as a product for you.
I’m old school and I love my Clear Castor Oil.
God Bless You on your hair journey. 🙂
@Sara Lee yes you can order it online from this website. http://Www.Drvita.com they sell only organic stuff at very cheap price from coconut oil to conditioner to shampoo amd other stuff. I bought my 32oz castor oil bottle from there and it wasn’t up to $10 .
Amd honestly they both work. There’s np difference between the two except the color but at the end of the day they both produce the same result. I use clear castor oil and my hair is fuller and seems to grow a lot faster.
I personally don’t order anything online. I purchase My Clear 100% Pure Castor Oil, Organic Coconut Oil, etc. less than $10 at The Whole Food Store around my area. Thank you so much for the information online Pru. 🙂 God Bless You.
@ Pru…. The other products didn’t work for me. I’m truly happy with my Clear Castor Oil. I Love it!!! So 🙂 !!!!
oh by thw way, do you use both castor and organic oils concurrently? Wincie Collins.
Wincie you are right, the clear work amazing for me as well.
@Shasha.. Your welcome.. I use castor oil and coconut oil on my hair. Mostly Castor Oil.
@ Nicky… Thank you. It’s amazing!!! 🙂
Thanks Wincie…it works for me too!!!
My mom uses the black one and it goes with her well.and for the first time she can keep her hair relaxed and nit complain her hair is breaking
That’s wonderful Sweetness. 🙂 After my Big Chop last year and haven’t had a perm in my hair over a year. My hair is truly healthy and growing with the clear castor oil. I haven’t seen any breaking and my scalp is healthy. I don’t have dry scalp and I Love It!!! If your mom loves the black one than I’m truly happy for her hair journey. 🙂 God Bless You.
I’ve never even heard of the clear caster oil until now so I can’t say which is best…can’t really understand why some people say they ‘prefer’ the JBCO when they’ve never tried the clear one….anyway, thanks for the info Wincie Collins I will try it. I particularly like the idea of it being odorless and can be used on the skin.
I found this which is interesting http://blackgirllonghair.com/2013/05/the-difference-between-clear-and-black-castor-oil/
Thank you, EmpressAuset Love-Locs. I’ve tried every product and the winner in my book is The Clear Castor Oil. I Love it on my hair and I use it on my skin everyday too. It works for me and I hope you are able to try it too. I hope you have a local Whole Foods Store around your area. I promise you will see a difference when you use it the first time. It makes your hair and skin so soft. I’ve found the cure to my hair journey and I pray you will continue your successful hair journey too. Love and God Bless You. 🙂
Clear Castor Oil has grown my hair like no other. It’s more natural without extra chemicals or dye in it. (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY…. NEVER SAID JBCO HAD Chemicals or Dye in its ingredients) FOR THOSE WHO ARE REPLYING TO THIS COMMENT… 🙂
If you ever decide to flat iron your hair, using clear Castor oil straightens your hair like a perm. It’s amazing!!! I’ve found the cure to grow and strengthen my hair. Clear Castor Oil all the way!!!
JCBO <3
JBCO…I luv it:)
I like the clear…jbco makes My head itch like Crazy
Clear castor oil… I’m not a fan of the way jbco smells.
Where do u get the clear kind
I have used JBCO on my daughters hair and great results. I just started using it myself so far so good… Will try the clear also.
Where can you get JBCO FROM ?
I use the cold pressed castor oil and my hair loves it. I get it from the vitamin shoppe and it last for a month and a half.
I like the clear kind. I find it in the health food stores
I like both of them
JBCO works. My edges are growing back 🙂
I use pharmacy brand with other oils or by its self as a sealant works great. Jbco made me itch something crazy.
Black
La’Nique Greene
You can buy any type of castor oil at Sally’s beauty supply store. I’ve used both but I like the clear best
The clear oil is at Whole Foods, health food stores, Now.com and Amazon.com
JBCO (TROPIC ISLES) DOESNT HAVE DYES ITS DARK COLOR IS NATURAL……. ITS ONE OF THE FIRST MADE..OTHERS HAVE BEEN MADE TO IMITATE WITH ADDED DYE
I love this page. <3
Haitian Castor Oil aka lwil maskreti
Jbco mixed with red pimento oil love it!!
I love God 🙂
Definitely jbco
I mix them both, along with coconut oil in a 1:1:1 mixture.
What is your 1:1:1 mixture consist of ?
If you don’t mind my asking ?
I get an applicator bottle (about 12-20 oz) I mix JBCO, clear castor oil and coconut oil. all equal parts. So if you have a 12oz bottle you would use 4 oz of each oil.
The applicator bottle makes it very easy to apply to your scalp and you can get one from the a beauty supply store for cheap.
i use the jbco shampoo and jbco hairfood. my hair feels thick and looks healthy.
Merci look
I Mix Clear Castor Oil With Olive Oil. It Grows My Hair & Its A Lot Cheaper & Easier To Find Than JBCO.
I’ve used both and the jamaican castor oil got my edges look like a thick ass lace front!! LOL
where u get it
Online through Amazon.
My edges.
How did you use it?? your hair is amazing!
When I was trying to grow my edges back (after postpartum shedding) I applied it directly to my edges every 2 days. I was back on track after 3 months.
Thank you.
Your hair looks awesome!
Vivian Jackson the thickness is unbelievable! So the Jamaican works best for you? I love your hair
You can get it at any beauty supply.
Sally Beauty Supply has it now
I’ve used both and the jamaican castor oil got my edges looking like a thick ass lace front!! LOL
Right now in this Economy, what ever Is on Sale! Works for me Thank God…………………..
Lol, I’m on that same page as you are.
I know that’s right Annette!!
Where can I get this?
The darker the oil the better it works for your hair and eye lashes to make them natuarly longer. Clear is better for your skin as a moisturizer. Red castrol oil is best for baths.
Always wanted to try jbco. But regular co is a godsend!! My hair LOVES this stuff. Great sealant. My hair is content for days.
Amazon
To me and a few of us, IF we can’t find our good ol’ LWIL MASKRITI (Haitian black castor oil), JBCO will do.
Hm, after all these testimonials, I think I’m going to try JBCO.
Does anyone have any recommendations for a biracial child that has extremely dry hair? I have tried Liv, Coconut Oil, Olive Oil and nothing seems to stay in her hair. I can grease her hair in the morning and by the time she comes home from school her hair is dry and brittle. She is 10 and past the braid stage and Im stuck. Any help would be appreciated.
My kids are bi racial blk and asian. Oil doesnt moisturize it only nourishes. Oil is more like a vitamin. I use oil on my kids hair first and then use beautiful textures(its at walmart and beauty supply stores) its in an orange container with a purple lid.
Olive oil moisturizer by organic root stimulator and water at nite and braid hair to lock in moisture and a satin scarf should help
Research a product called for mix chicks…they may have products for your child..
U can use the jbco as a hot oil treatment,,,,when u wash her hair,,,it will help,,and id definitly use the jbco daily when styling,,goodluck
I’ve only used the clear and it’s been good to my hair.
Castor oil mixed w/ coconut oil, zee bomb.
I use both. They both are great fit the hair.
Jamaican black all day long, less process more benefit … I mix this in most if my condition treatments for my clients….
Either..
Great article! Band thanks Michelle Nesbeth for the pictures!
YW.
I just brought it I pray it work! My edges are thin, hoping for a miracle!
I use Palmers coconut oil with vitamin e on my daughters hair it had made a complete difference its stronger, growing thicker and Fuller and not a frizzy.. But still willing to try these if will give her smooth curls?
My daughter has really dry hair n its to the point where her scalp is so white. Its bin like this for some months now.her hair is also breaking off..I was using the sulfer 8 shampoo n greese n for some reason its not working. So do you all think jbco will b my best bet
I think it will work.. But try mixing it with pur peppermint oil. .. When I brought my JBCO @ shades of afrika.. the owner mixed about a tablespoon or two into the bottle. Since then my scalp has been flake free. However, I do recommend getting a prescribed shampoo called ” ketoconazole” this will for sure resolve the dandruff issue. You’ll see results in one wash! I hope this helps.
I have done so much research on growing hair and hair loss…jbco is very good along with other oils…also get some leave in conditioner…I also have a line of natural hair growing products…
My daughter’s hair was just like that and I used baby shampoo, and olive oil, I learned less is better sometimes
I used the sulfer8 grease to it didnt work for me either.
Oh and it don’t leave her hair greasy and oily.. i love cuz then her hair has more bounce.. I use to use vitamin e..
Pam Idgafam Jankowski have you tried the Mixed Chicks hair care line? It works really well. If not, check out their website. I LOVE IT!!!!
Black jamican castor oil…does wonders on my hair!! I mix mines with extra virgin olive oil&apply on my edges&scalp.
Pam Idgafam Jankowski that’s black hair for you. Forget grease, it only coats the hair. My child is biracial and what I use is Sheamoisture curl and style milk WHILE the hair is damp.
I used it everyday but I used the haitian costor oil it’s even stronger. You can used it for almost everything it’s an healing oil also.
Its on Amazon. I didn’t like the castor oil..not sure what it was supposed to do to help my hair because it just made my hair sticky
You probably used too much, because a little goes a long way. I would not rub it in my hair on daily basis if it is relaxed. I would probably use it as a hot oil treatment weekly instead. Being natural, I am able to use it daily.
Where do you get Haitian castor oil @labelle lafleur?
Jamaican has so many scents
Boy Do I Remember That Back in The Day
Well if i cab find it i am willing to try it.where can you buy it.
I will be looking for this.
Lol if i can find it.
Black jamaican castor oil. The regular castor oil is too thick.
Truly Blessed I would recommend seeing a dermatologist for the white scalp if sulfer8 isn’t working. Or you could try a scalp renewal serum, kind of expensive ($21) at local beauty supply.
The clear castor oil is actually better but I have a bottle of jbco so I’m gonna use that up first
I am allergic to something in the jbco so definitely clear.
I love the jbco..I purchased mine from Sally beauty supply. ..they also have it in lavender and coconut scented if you can’t get with the smell of the original jbco
I get mine from my sister back in the West Indies – she makes it. Never tried the store varieties. Makes my hair soft and great for hot oil treatments. A little goes a longggg way (my hair is fine).
I use it for my edges. I like it. Tried it for my daughter s hair but stopped. It caused her scalp to be too flaky. She has eczema. So I just use coconut oil for her. I buy it from Target. Its solid. I rub it in my hands to melt it.
I use jbco and love it haven’t tried the other one.
I get my castor oil from Dominica I used it in my son’s hair when it was very long and black, curly with waves, I grew up using it in Dominica love it
@Pam try the curly girl method for your daughter. Look for the book
Truly blessed i used to have same problem with my scalp after seeing numerous dermatologists grease was making it worse it was hard to grasp because we have always used grease lol so i stopped with the grease amazing difference as for dry hair moisturizing conditioners work wonders
Jbco is dark brown Deb, I prefer it over the clear
JBCO…..love it
Dont matter
Buy the oil from amazon.com
for the person that says she’s allergic to something in the Jamaican black castor oil she’s buying the wrong product is I’m Jamaican and if you use the real Jamaican black castor oil there is nothing else in it but
Ate they they the best hair oils? Should I be oiling my hair?
#blackgirlraisedinwhitecommunity
Doesn’t matter:)
I JUST THOUGHT TO MENTION THIS AFTER SEEING THIS PIC, IF YOU HAVE BEEN HAVING LOTS OF SHEDDING AND HAVE BEEN USING EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF CASTOR OIL, THIS IS THE REASON FOR IT, I USED THE JBCO AND IT HAD ME NEARLY BALD, I DON’T USE VERY MUCH NOW, FOUND A ARTICLE WHERE OTHER’S MENTION SHEDDING AFTER USING IT AND I REMOVED IT FROM MY DAILY USAGE AND NOW HAIR ISN’T SHEDDING AT ALL, IF YOUR SHEDDING THIS COULD BE THE ISSUE.
Interesting find: http://www.thenaturalhavenbloom.com/2013/02/clear-castor-oil-or-black-castor-oil.html
JBCO..So much lighter in weight than clear CO..My hair loves it!!
Where can I buy some JBCO?
They add an ash to the JBCO, that’s were it gets its dark color. Google the process for the two and they’ll tell you which is better. The clear is better processed.
JBCO is the best!!!!!!!!!!!
They both make my scalp it like crazy
JBCO!
WELL I WILL BE TRYING THEM ALL….
Jamician bco
Jbco lol
Lauretta Hall
@ Truly Blessed info works wonders but before all of that please do an acv wash in her hair. My daughter had the worst dry scalp I ever saw. It started when she was 4 and was so bad nothing worked not even things the dermatologists prescribed. Then I discovered Apple cider vinegar. I just mix it with some water and spray her scalp once a month before I wash it. She hasn’t had dry scalp in a year…it really works
Clear cold pressed is better because it’s PURE! They add things to the JBCO to get it like that.
*acv*
I think they both work
I read an article that said the black castrol has the ash from the burnt beans mixed in it to make it black . And the clear is better. My grandma always used the regular clear and her natural hair is down her back, it’s the only thing she uses….very old school
Clear..both are good though..
I use both but I prefer JBCO. I use JBCO on my scalp, scalp massages,to seal my ends and add to my butter. I also have the clear on hand for back up in case I run out of JBCO.
Where can I find the JBCO?
Jbco I love the hair grease has my hair really growing I prefer the hair grease jbco over just tge oil
My hair is always dry no matter how much I put in it its very thick but growing slowly now im three months prego. .. which one should I use?
You can get the jbco from amazon, that’s where I bought my bottle
Jcbo
Oops jbco
Clear, the jb is just too hyped up for me. I don’t jump on every wagon. And I knew about castor way beofre I went natural.
I’ve tried both and I prefer JBCO. I mix it with Basil, Rosemary and Peppermint Oil… I apply it ONCE per wash cycle (so once a week)
Jbco – love the one from Sally’s that’s mixed with Coconut oil…smells delicious
Black castor oil. Keeps my hair soft n moist. My hair is a lot more healthier!
Shawntanisee Sterling let’s find out..
funny! i already use the Jamaican black castor oil Tasha Ann McCullough
Jbco, I have the lavender infused one & I love it. It makes mu hair soft & excellent wen I want to oil my scalp.
JBCO I love it
I can’t use ANY OIL in my natural curly hair 🙁 I break up all over back,face even my scalp. My body don’t like Oils
The one that smells better!
I use both. Jbco on my hair & regular castor oil for my body
JBCO growing agent for sure
I’m also from Jamaica and strangely the only thing my mother used castor oil for was for my hair. In those days my hair was long, thick and “unruly”, and despite me started having a perm at age ten it was always thick and healthily because my mother would use the castor oil to oil my hair and scalp. Hated the smell but my hair was gorgeous until I started caring for my hair myself in college n vowed never to use that awful smelling oil in my hair again. Lol. Man was I wrong! Since I started my natural hair journey 22months ago my holy grail has being Jamaica black castor oil and coconut oil (which was another staple for my skin and hair as a child). My hair is thick, mucho healthy and has grown significantly. Yay JBCO!
Girl, I love it!!!!!!!!!
I like them both.
Michelle Nesbeth what exactly does it do to your hair ? I mean I read good reviews about the JCO that’s why I got it. Hot oil treatment like..warm it , leave it in then rise ? I’m not exactly hair savvy @_@
Black castor oil is the best. Even the clear one as well. It works well when you warm it a little and place it in the scalp!!
How often do you use them?
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The true difference between clear castor oil and black castor oil is the process by which it is made. Natural castor oil colour is somewhat yellow or lighter depending on the bean. Clear castor oils are cold pressed-which means no heat is added,they are squeezed at very high speed to extract the oil.The process of the black castor oil is that they parch/roast the beans and they grind it and then boil it to extract the oil. From a scientific perspective clear castor oil would and should be better. I am from jamaica and mostly here is the black castor oil are made and that is what i use&it does grow my edges. But i did pick up a bottle of that now brand when i was in the states last year i will try it to see if there is any difference. I think either one is good& you can buy anyone that makes you save money or the one that works with your hair.
I love the JBCO! Even though it is really thick as opposed to the other castor oils. I love to incorporate it into my hair products. The best by far!!
Ashley Nicole does it come pre mixed or do you have to mix it yaself?
I use jamaican red pimento oil which has black castor coconut and wheat germ oil all organic
Clear, it straightens my hair somehow.
And honestly they both work. There’s no difference between the two except the color but at the end of the day they both produce the same result. I use clear castor oil and my hair is fuller and seems to grow a lot faster.
Jbco makes the hair feel better
I use both!
Use both. JBCO on my scalp and lashes. Now foods or another brand to add to my deep conditioners and other preparations.
I love this page!!
S Denise Jefferson laughing at the similarities in our names lol.
clear castor oil
What is the difference between the two?
Where do a buy them
JBCO.
im currently using jbco, we’ll see what happens. if nothing I will try the clear
I’m sworn by clear castor oil mixed w/olive & coconut oil for my hair… Good Lawd! It’s the truth…
I’ve also replace my normal facial cleansers with castor oil & my skin’s like butter…. not to mention the $ I’m saving!!!!!!
#winning
I’m sworn by clear castor oil mixed w/olive & coconut oil for my hair… Good Lawd! It’s the truth…
I’ve also replace my normal facial cleansers with castor oil & my skin’s like butter…. not to mention the $ I’m saving!!!!!!
#winning
In the article it says “while info might not be as practical for everyday use” are u guys trying to say it should not be used everyday?
The Real Person!
No, just that it may be too thick for some of us to use daily 🙂
I love Jamaican Castor Oil its natural & unbleached
The clear really works well for me…
i enjoy both!
has anyone used both and compared them?
Jamaica black
clear castor oil forever!
I would use the clear castor oil
I use di black but I’ll test di clear 😉
Clear!!!
I guess cuz its growing
same damn thing.The only difference is one is over process.That oil has been going into my hair since I was a child….and Jamaican castor oil has no dye in it.That’s how it looks in it natural state.The overprocess one is clear. I am Jamaican so I know the difference….the bean use to grow in our backyard.
Jamaican ALL DAY it conditions & mostior izes so good lawd vaby!!!!!!
Love it feels good
I use the clear castor oil from Whole Foods!!
They both work
I only use jbco..I’ve never tried the clear
Jbco….is all natural, I love it
Jbco is the best…
The Black Jamaican Castor oil has done my hair JUSTICE while I had my sew ins installed! I’d mix that with organic coconut oil.
That Jamaican Castor oil is growing my hair like crazy! And I mix it with Tea Tree Oil. It’s the best!
Truly Blessed, try rinsing your daughter’s scalp with aloe vera juice or rubbing it with aloe vera gel like you would with a hair grease.
I have the real thing!! Straight from Jamaica
I have been using the plain castor oil for 4 months now and my hairline has improved greatly. I don’t use it everyday as I sometimes don’t remember to but I have had major improvement along my hairline. I am hoping to try the black one when this bottle is finished. I also love the roasted aroma.
I must try this jbco everybody speaks volumes of
Both the clear has grown my hair a great deal 🙂
I love JBCO it;s the best
Jbco amazing love it
Black all day
Jbco Great for thinning hair ::)::) ::)
So how do you apply it?
Actually I use both…I mix them together & use as one…it has worked wonders on my hair
I never used, which one should i use?
For those of you that use the jbco how long did it take you to see results on your edges. I have been using it for about 2 months now. And I don’t really see a difference. I have never had and issue with length retention but I wore my edges out during my transition phase in 08 by wearing a scarf every day all day for nearly a year. What little hair i do have grows in length but doesn’t thicken up. I am currently trying the green house effect with aloe vera juice, olive oil, grape seed oil, and jbco. And I had better results in the beginning than i do now. As with most products and routines i try. Any thoughts?
I’ve heard that the clear does just as well as the JBCO
Castor oil..it works!!!
They both actually work well. I didn’t hear anything about jbco until going natural but when I was perming I used regular castor oil in my hair and it grew like Crazy but back then I wanted it short!
I use Black Castro oil every day I love it
Clear castor oil, but will try JBCO
Does regular castor oil cause dryness to the scalp for anyone else? I use Extra dark JBCO but being the PJ I am Im trying to use up my cold pressed castor oil so I mixed them. Now seems like my scalp is dry.
Been using JBCO since April 2013. Hair has grown a good 3 inches. I used it when I had a hair weave in & it worked like crazy. Trimming the ends helped alot too.
Where do you all purchase your JBCO from?
Amazon. Had it within a week. & it doesnt Take much. Just part hair & Only apply to scalp in 4 section. Thick parts because your scalp does sweat. So it really doesnt Take much. Wash hands before you touch the rest of your hair. It will distribute thoughout the hair itself. Love it.
I have been using both for about four years. I used the lavender JBCO to grow in a thinning patch due to hypothyroid. It also worked on my edges and eyebrows! I also get thicker results when using both- I always keep both on hand.
It’s the Liquid Cream Oil method…basically a reverse of the LOC method.
Don’t know because i have tried neither!
I use the clear. I’m on a tight budget, so I stopped using JBCO and opted to buying $2 drug store castor oil. I’ve heard other ladies say that it has worked for them, so I decided to try it. And guess what? It does work. I’ve had steady growth and the severe itching I had for years was gone.
I heard Jamaican Black Oil is good for your hair.
I’m going to try it
Its amazing the things you learn everyday i never heard of jbco
Lol blacker is always better
wow
I like both the regular and the Jamaican black castor oil.
Jbco all day,,,expecially as a hot oil,,,,
I was blessed with a bottle of JBCO today. I hope it works wonders. Lol
i use jbco, have been for over 6 month , seeing great results
Where can you purchase JBCO at
Just Put the BLACK in my hair…. LOVE how is FEELS!!!
I ordered my castor oil off of amazon. It’s not JB and it’s “tan” in color and cold pressed. I love the results! I use it on both my daughters and my hair. At the time I seen the JBCO but I simply got more for my money with the other and I’m glad I did!
I make 100% natural soap and use jbco, my clients seen to like it better as well.
Very Happy with the NOW brand. Works well no matter what
Amazon sales it
Who care’s
I LOVE jamaican black castor oil
Jamaican black castor oil The Best
Patsy Fields, you can get it @ any Sally Beauty Supply.
How much do they both cost and were can i find them. Please inbox me.
how can I get this
Hi,
I live in South Africa and we do not have JBCO here. You would have to order it on Amazon then have it shipped over. We just have the regular yellow, thick castor oil which is what I have started using. Before starting on my HHJ I only knew castor oil being used as a laxative.
Looks like I’m in the minority here, but I love the regular, cold-pressed castor oil! It has less of a pungent smell than the JBCO so I can use it in my daily scalp massage oil. It’s convenient for me to pick up a bottle at Whole Foods or order online from the Vitamin Shoppe. I tell everyone I know to use it, whether its the JBCO or regular. Happy healthy hair journey 😉
I first tried the jbco, but I couldn’t see myself comfortably using it often as I would like because of the smell. Then I read a few articles and found out that the yellow/clear one is more ‘pure’ and decided to give it a try.
I currently mix the clear castor oil with apricot oil and apply to my hair and scalp at night when I need a little moisture and it’s been working really well. I like that it is basically odorless and doesn’t overpower the other delicious smelling products I use. And the apricot oil helps it absorb really quickly. It works for me. My hair always feels soft afterwards.
JBCO hands down! I haved used clear cold pressed castor oil and did not see anything different with my hair (thickness, growth, ect.). When I began using JBCO…. BOOM!! I have growth, thickness and moisture retention after sealing. Oh! And not all JBCO brands are the same. I have tried 3 different JBCO brands and I found Tropical Isle Living as mentioned has given me great results. Quick results to top it off. JBCO is my MUST HAVE oil. :o)
Every time I go to get my brows done they (- -) mess me up. I found that using the Black Castor Oil I get the growth back quickly.
4-6wks smh
I have only used the clear (well it’s a yellowish color actually), and so far it has worked well for me. I mix with coconut, jojoba, avocado oils and a drop of essential oil (peppermint, rosemary or ylang ylang). I use the clear castor oil on my edges before bed and it works wonders
Personally I’ve used both. Mostly due to a scalp condition that occasionally thins out a dined sized area at my crown. Both have filled in the hair. For me, it didn’t seem to make a difference. When I use the clear castor oil, I always purchase organic and cold pressed. It’s penetrable making it ideal for a ton of applications. My lifestyle:Organic, Fresh, Fair trade and cold pressed, pure ingredients that offer maximum benefits
Wow, I really like some of these comments, useful tips and advice! This site is a wealth of knowledge! I have used both the JBCO and the clear castor oil, ( The NOW product as pictured), purchased from my local organic health store. I ordered my JBCO from Sunny Isles website. They seem to carry many hair products and I like them. The main reason I went to my local organic health store is because I purchase Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, Rosemary Oil, Glycerin, Aloe Vera Gel and other health/hair products and I had run out of JBCO.
Upon using the NOW clear castor oil, I use it every other day for my edges and I have noticed after several weeks, that my edges are coming back! When I used the JBCO on my entire scalp, I noticed that my hair was getting thicker (and the smell doesn’t bother me at all). So I would alternate and use the JBCO as a deep conditioner and use the clear as a moisturizing and sealing treatment for my ends.
I am seeing progress and all I can say is, use whatever is best for your hair and scalp. I read where some of you have purchased your castor oil at Sally’s. Our local Sally’s Beauty Supply does not carry it so that’s when I checked at the local Organic shops. I may have to go online at Sally’s website and see, buy why…I can buy it locally for a lot less. I thank you all for your advice and tips and thoughts. I will continue my hair journey (been natural for 14 months now and loving it!), my goal is to obtain a healthy scalp to grow (at least) shoulder length hair. I’m past chin length now…wish me luck!
How do i buy it
Team regular! Never tried JBCO but I’m satisfied with the regular castor oil results
Tried both and been very satisfied with both. Either one for me.
I used both and prefer the regular castor oil. I didn’t see anything different with my hair after using the JBCO.
I like both . The Jamaican one smells better but both work good
Where can i buy it
Amazon.com
I use JBCO.
I use jbco so…
A lot of ppl use jbco and get results…
JBCO…Love it
I have used both. However, I prefer JBCO; it worked wonders on my hairline and thicken my hair strands!
I use both. It’s summer so I use JBCO now, the regular is too heavy for now, I’ll use it more in the winter.
Original the one God made. A stupid title doesn’t convince me. Why pay more money for a stupid lable!
I use both, which ever one I can catch on sale I grab
I use both but prefer the regular one
Either…..Serves same purpose
What do u use them as? Moisturizer?
I use it to seal in my moisture and oil my scalp. :o)
I use jbc it works good
I use JBCO or Haitian, never tried the regular
Go with the Caribbean. ….
Jbco..this is the best
I use the jbco. Never tried the regular one
I’ve used both and for me the NOW brand worked best. JBCO hasn’t shown me a thing.
JBCO…ALL DAY!!!
I was wondering this too. I started using jbco a month ago and just realized that my hair has grown significantly! But I wanted to try regular castor oil just to see if there is a difference…
News Flash ladies putting grease oil and any products to make your hair grow are lies ok hair nails and skin grows from the in side out not out side in ok
JBCO….The truth!!
JBCO you gotta try it!!!! Great product!!! Leslie
Does everyone realize that JBCO not just a Jamaican thing and that most caribbean island have black castor oil..and that saying JBCO is just a branded name. It just kinda irks me constantly seeing people refer to black castor oil like it only comes from Jamaica.
Haitian castor oil works best! It’s unrefined and unfiltered
it makes your hair grow beautiful
I’ve tried both but I like the JBCO better .
Can you use jbco on relaxed hair?
Can I use jbco on my relaxed hair?
You sure can! I learned about JBCO from a relaxed lady with mid-back length hair. Sunshyne at Hairlious.com swears by it and I can understand why. It’s my must have oil.
I like both. I think the jbco is slightly better for moisture retention and sparking regrowth and the clear better for shine. Clear is cheaper if you are on a budget. Both are sold at my health food store and jbco also at Sally’s.
Jamaican castor oil I grew up on that. Its very good, no doubt about it!
Black. Finally a product that helps me maintain moisture
Do you all also enjoy the smell? Is there another option without the heavy fragrance of it??
No problem. Good luck finding a fragrance you like!?
Both.
Love it
I notice that the clear castor oil is frequently sold in the hair section of South Asian stores. Its texture and effect on my hair seem to be similar to that of JBCO without the smell or the colour.
I recently purchased a bottle of Jamaican black castor oil for the first time. Hopefully it’s what everyone makes it out to be lol
Jamaican Black castor for me oil helps hair maintain more moisture and gives hair a nice shine also works well as a hot oil treatment.
Jamaican
Regular
I guard my castor oil (unrefined from Jamaica) well….I don’t like to share.
How can I get jamaican black caster oil in Bangladesh?
Where can i get it in joberg?
Black you never turn back
I used a little with coconut oil. Never directly on my scalp
Have only tried the JBCO and so far I like it…except the smell.
That’s the same exact one I have
I know they work the same though. That’s why I wanted you to read it.
Ok I’m gonna read it. I wonder if the white one is lighter cause the black one is sooo thick and stank
The black is black only bc the ash from the seed being roasted falls in and that’s also where the smell comes from. Lol
I found that the black seed cumin oil works better for me. For hair and as a vitamin supplement.
I’ve used the black castor oil periodically throughout my life as my grandmother used to make it the old fashioned way in a wooden martar. Still use it when I need to thicken my hair although I have really thick hair.#iamajamaican
I am interested in exactly how she made the black castor oil. I’m not familiar with the wooden martar.
I prefer black castor oil, it grow my edges and my hair back thicker than it ever was also my skin have a natural glow
Let me get m’y original luil maskreti from Haïti it gets no better tan dat
I purchased the Jamaican black castor oil but the smell drives me crazy
Black castor oil is working for me
Black castor oil is great for thinning hair
So who wins?
Jamaican black
Allergic to it..