What is the Difference Between Cold-Pressed vs Expeller-Pressed Castor Oil

Queen of the Thrones® Podcast

In this podcast you will learn with Queen of the Thrones what is the difference between cold-pressed vs expeller-pressed Castor Oil.

• Expeller-Pressed Oils: The expeller pressing method involves physically pressing castor beans to extract the oils, avoiding the use of chemicals. While this technique employs pressure for oil extraction, the pressure itself can generate temperatures between 140-210°F, so it is not considered a true “cold processed” method.
  
• Cold-Pressed Oils: Cold pressing oil, on the other hand, also generates heat, but it does not surpass 122°F during extraction. In this process, the oil is extracted using methods such as bladder pressing (for softer fruits), hydraulic pressing, or low-resistance expeller pressing to ensure the temperature stays below 122°F. Sometimes cold water may be run through the machine to keep temperatures cooler.

Castor Oil is rich and viscous. If you’ve used it, you’re familiar with its thick, sticky texture. And while this can make it messy to work with, it also helps protect its nutrients from heat. Castor Oil is considered to have a very high stability level, thanks to the high percentage of ricinoleic acid.

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