Castor Oil Packs
for Endometriosis.
Supporting a body that works harder than it should have to.
The conversation is already happening. We are simply bringing it home to Pakistan.
For years,
Endometriosis
may have been
dismissed.
Normalised.
Misunderstood.
Endometriosis affects an estimated 1 in 10 women of reproductive age — yet on average it takes 7 to 10 years to receive a diagnosis. In that time, symptoms are often attributed to normal period pain, stress, or sensitivity. They are none of those things.
Endometriosis occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside it — on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, bowel, bladder, and elsewhere. This tissue responds to hormonal changes just as the uterine lining does — thickening, breaking down, and bleeding — but with nowhere to go. The result is inflammation, scarring, and pain that can be felt throughout the body and throughout the cycle, not just during menstruation.
Painful periods. Chronic pelvic pain. Fatigue that has no obvious cause. Pain during intercourse. Bloating. Bowel and bladder symptoms. Fertility challenges. Not every woman with endometriosis experiences all of these. But all of them are real, and none of them should be dismissed.
A well-supported body — hormonally, lymphatically, and neurologically — is foundational to managing endometriosis alongside proper medical care.
Endometriosis — one of the most widely discussed
applications of this ritual.
1550
BC
Castor oil recorded in one of the oldest known medical texts in the world — used externally for its wound-healing, anti-inflammatory, and detoxifying properties.
20th
C
Significantly documented by one of the most extensively referenced natural health practitioners of the century — who devoted considerable attention to castor oil packs on the abdomen as a supportive wellness practice for women's reproductive health.
Endometriosis has one of the most active and honest communities in the global wellness space. Women have been sharing their experiences with castor oil packs — what shifted, how they incorporated the ritual, what changed over months of consistent practice — alongside their medical treatment.
The conversation around complementary support for it is wide, active, and growing. We are simply bringing it home to Pakistan.
The conversation is already happening. We are simply bringing it home to Pakistan.
How castor oil packs work.
Used consistently and explored in modern research, castor oil packs may offer the following for those navigating endometriosis — as a gentle, complementary practice used alongside proper medical care.
Endometriosis is fundamentally an inflammatory condition. Castor oil's primary active compound — ricinoleic acid — has been widely noted for its natural anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties. When applied consistently over the lower abdomen, ricinoleic acid may help reduce the chronic inflammatory environment that endometrial tissue creates — not eliminating it, but supporting the body's ability to manage it more gently over time.
One of the most significant features of endometriosis is pelvic congestion — a buildup of inflammatory compounds, hormonal metabolites, and stagnant fluid in the pelvic region. Castor oil is traditionally associated with supporting lymphatic movement — helping the body move what it needs to clear toward the liver for processing. Consistently applied over the lower abdomen and lower back, castor oil packs may help address this congestion as part of a broader approach to pelvic health.
Endometriosis is an oestrogen-dependent condition — endometrial tissue grows in response to oestrogen and shrinks when oestrogen levels fall. The liver is the primary site of oestrogen metabolism and clearance. When liver function is compromised, oestrogen metabolites may recirculate rather than being excreted — which can worsen oestrogen-driven conditions. Castor oil packs over the liver area are traditionally used as a supportive complementary practice alongside medical care.
This is why the liver placement is included alongside the abdominal placements — addressing the hormonal root, not just the local symptoms.
Endometriosis is also a nervous system condition. Chronic pain rewires the nervous system — creating a state of heightened sensitivity where the body braces for pain it has learned to expect. The warmth, stillness, and intentional rest of a castor oil pack ritual engages the parasympathetic nervous system — the state in which the body heals and restores. Practised consistently, this signals safety to a nervous system that has been in a state of alert for years.
When the liver is supported, oestrogen clearance improves — which may reduce the oestrogenic environment that drives endometrial tissue growth. This is the connection that runs through our pages on Liver Support, PCOS/PMOS, and Period Pain.
The method.
Pelvic & uterine support
Place your hand flat just below the navel. Where your hand ends, the area from just below to above the pubic bone — is where your pack will sit. This is where the uterus and ovaries are located. Use between periods, not during periods — consistent use in the weeks between cycles is where the benefit builds.
Pelvic & back pain relief
Many women with endometriosis experience significant lower back pain — particularly during their cycle. Use between periods, not during periods — consistent use in the weeks between cycles is where the benefit builds. Place the pack over the lower back — the area just above the tailbone. Many people alternate between the lower abdomen and lower back on different evenings.
Oestrogen clearance
Place your hand flat against the right side of your chest so your pinky finger aligns with the very bottom edge of your ribcage. Your hand is now resting exactly over your liver. Position your castor oil pack right there — directly over those lower ribs. A standard-sized pack will naturally be large enough to cover the lower right ribs and drape slightly down into the upper right quadrant of your abdomen. Use on the same or alternating evenings as the breast placement.
You may also keep the pack on overnight without heat — simply the flannel resting over the placement area as you sleep.
Using multiple placements? Additional flannel pieces are available.
If you are trying to conceive, check our Fertility page to know when to apply castor oil pack.
For best results, use at least three times per week — many people find four or five times fits naturally as the ritual becomes part of their evening. Endometriosis responds to consistency over time. This is not a one-month practice.
A few things to keep in mind.
Begin with shorter sessions of 20 to 30 minutes and observe how your body responds before extending to longer sessions. Perform a patch test on a small area of skin at least 24 hours before your first full use. Discontinue if any irritation or adverse reaction occurs.
Castor oil packs are a traditional wellness practice and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or replace medical care for endometriosis or any related condition. Endometriosis is a complex medical condition that requires proper diagnosis and care from a qualified healthcare provider. If you have been diagnosed with endometriosis, are taking medication, or are under any form of medical supervision, please consult your healthcare provider before incorporating castor oil packs into your routine. Do not use during pregnancy or while nursing. This page is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
Our Castor Oil Pack
Pakistan's First.
Months of research. One pack. Nothing compromised.
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100% Cold Pressed Castor Oil — unrefined, hexane-free, solvent-free.
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100% Cotton Flannel — undyed and unbleached. Nothing between the oil and your skin.
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Amber Glass Bottle — protects the oil from light degradation and preserves its potency. No plastic. No compromise.
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240ml — well sized for this ritual.
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100% Cold Pressed Castor Oil
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