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A 18-year-old female asked:

Can i use jamaican black castor oil on my hair while breastfeeding?

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Dr. Cornelia Franzanswered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes: It is safe topically. http://undergroundhealthreporter.com/castor-oil-uses#axzz2qtnsb6qj.

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan commented

Dermatology 59 years experience

but don't believe the hype about any benefit. There are no legitimate studies on safety.

Jan 20, 2014

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