Organic castor oil from Kinsky® is a high-quality care product for hair, eyelashes and skin. It provides intensive care, stimulates hair growth and deeply moisturizes skin and hair. The 100% organic premium castor oil is organically grown in India and gently cold-pressed in Germany before bottling. The Kinsky brand stands for brand quality, natural ingredients and the absence of artificial additives.
Advantages
✅ Intensive hair care
✅ 100% organic and without additives
✅ Provides skin and hair with moisture
✅ Brand quality from Germany
Disadvantages
❌ None
The first impression
Packaging and contents
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | No unnecessary packaging waste, no use of plastic | 100 points |
| Package contents & scope | Complete, 100 ml glass bottle with pipette | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Written in German, easy to understand | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Very good first impression of the von Kinsky® organic castor oil. The product is delivered in a classic shipping carton and is additionally packed in another carton to ensure optimum product protection. The inner shipping paper ensures that the product reaches the customer undamaged. The sustainability of the packaging is also impressive, as only recyclable, renewable materials were used for the outer packaging.
The contents of the castor oil packaging are complete and in perfect condition. The pipette bottle contains 100 ml of the high-quality oil. The enclosed instructions for use are clearly written in German and make it easier to use the product.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Attractive design | 100 points |
| Processing | Very good workmanship | 100 points |
| Stability | Very stable | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | Natural cosmetics, without fragrances and colorants, without silicones, parabens and mineral oil | 100 points |
| Miscellaneous | Suitable as a gift, extensive range of natural cosmetics | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The organic castor oil from Kinsky® impresses with its high-quality processing and does not smell of plastic or chemicals, which indicates careful production. The castor oil is also characterized by very good stability .
The sustainability of the product should also be emphasized, as it is a natural cosmetic that does not contain fragrances, dyes, silicones, parabens or mineral oils. This underlines the environmentally conscious commitment of the Kinsky® brand and speaks for gentle skin and hair care.
The castor oil packaging is also suitable for giving as a gift, which makes the product even more attractive. The manufacturer also offers other natural cosmetic products , which suggests a wide range of natural care products.
Overall, the organic castor oil from Kinsky® impressed us with its high-quality appearance, sustainability and wide range of applications. The use of natural cosmetics without harmful additives speaks for gentle care and makes the product an attractive option for environmentally conscious consumers.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Application | Apply a few drops to hair, skin or nails. After 2 hours, remove with lukewarm water | 90 points |
| Ingredients | 100% organic premium castor oil without additives or chemicals | 100 points |
| Odor | Characteristic fragrance | 100 points |
| Effect | Revitalizes hair, eyebrows and eyelashes with new shine and suppleness from root to tip. As an intensive moisturizer, it is effective against impurities, irritations and dry skin areas or even brittle nails | 100 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Our practical test of the organic castor oil from Kinsky® has shown that the manufacturer delivers what the advertising promises. The oil is easy to use: a few drops are applied to the hair, skin or nails and washed off with lukewarm water after 2 hours . This application recommendation has proven to be practical and effective.
The ingredients of the castor oil correspond to the manufacturer’s specifications: it is 100% organic premium castor oil with no additives or chemicals. This underlines the naturalness and purity of the product.
The characteristic scent of the castor oil also corresponds to the manufacturer’s specifications. This natural fragrance is pleasant and emphasizes the purity of the oil.
In terms of its effect, we found that castor oil actually revitalizes hair, eyebrows and eyelashes and gives them new shine and suppleness. It also acts as an intensive moisturizer against impurities, irritations and dry skin areas as well as brittle nails. Our practical test thus confirms the effectiveness of the product according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we examine how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also look at the consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Very good performance in the mid-price segment | 80 points |
| Rating cut | Not rated, as there are still too few customer reviews | |
| Total | 80 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Prices of up to €29.96 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €9.99. The organic castor oil from Kinsky® is therefore currently in the middle price segment with a price of €14.99. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is very good.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & contents | 20% | 100 points |
| 2. product processing & appearance | 20% | 100 points |
| 3. in the practical test | 45% | 98 points |
| 4. price/performance & consumer ratings | 15% | 80 points |
| Total | 96 points |
