So, I just measured my hair. I dutifully applied oils including castor to my scalp for the last three weeks, and I am 1/2" longer than when I started. My hair usually grows less than 1/2" per month, so 1/2" in three weeks is definitely faster! I was really hoping it would help my hairline, but no change there so far.

I DO think my hair looks darker. I clarified yesterday morning (baking soda is my friend), and my hair looks a little better, but still darker than normal in my opinion. I am an old ever-darkening blonde, so the darker hair bothers me. If it would come in the gorgeous golden deep mahogany color that my sister has, I'd be all for it! Instead it just looks dirty. I am not ready to abandon the castor oil yet, however, since my scalp itches so much less.