A Legacy of Purity, Craftsmanship & Caribbean Herbal Wisdom
The story of how Mrs. Myrtle Higgins-Rhooms built a trusted Jamaican institution dedicated to 100% pure, unadulterated botanical healing.
Mrs. Myrtle Higgins-Rhooms
Founder & Master Herbal Crafter"Jamaican black castor oil is not a commercial trend to us; it is our ancestral birthright. Our elders taught us how to pick the seeds, roast them patiently, and boil the oil without shortcuts. We continue that exact tradition today."
— Mrs. Myrtle Higgins-RhoomsBorn from a Commitment to Honest, Pure Wellness
In the year 2000, in the historic community of Spanish Town, St. Catherine, Jamaica, Mrs. Myrtle Higgins-Rhooms observed a troubling shift in the market: commercial oils were increasingly being watered down, diluted with cheap carrier oils, or bleached with harmful chemical solvents.
Determined to preserve Jamaica's iconic wellness secret in its purest state, Miss Myrtle founded Myrtle's Oils and More. From day one, her standard was uncompromising: 100% pure, salt-free, and chemical-preservative free.
Over the past 24+ years, Myrtle's Oils has expanded from a cherished local remedy into a household name trusted by families, barbers, trichologists, and holistic beauty practitioners across Jamaica and the diaspora.
Two Distinct Methods of Extraction
We honor the specific properties of the castor seed by producing both classic roasted black castor oil and pure cold-pressed oil.
1. Traditional Boiled Black Castor Oil
The Iconic Jamaican MethodThe ripe castor seeds are sun-dried, slowly roasted in traditional cast-iron pots, crushed into a dark paste, and boiled in pure spring water. As the rich oil rises to the surface, it is gently skimmed off.
- Ash Alkalinity: The roasted ash raises the pH, opening the hair cuticle for deep follicle penetration.
- High Viscosity: Deep seal that protects coarse, curly, or damaged strands from breakage.
- Warm Roasted Scent: Earthy, authentic, and free from added fragrances.
2. Pure Cold-Pressed Castor Oil
Gentle Mechanical PressingThe raw seeds are mechanically pressed under high pressure without heat or chemical solvents. This preserves delicate biological enzymes, vitamins, and natural fatty acid chains.
- Lighter Viscosity & Color: Translucent golden amber that absorbs cleanly into facial skin.
- Gentle on Sensitive Skin: Ideal for eyebrows, eyelashes, baby skin patches, and dry cuticles.
- Zero Thermal Alteration: 100% pure raw botanical integrity intact.
Our Mission
To handcraft authentic, unadulterated Jamaican castor oil and botanical wellness essentials using traditional Jamaican methods verified by strict scientific standards — delivering authentic nourishment from Spanish Town to the world.
Our Vision
To remain the undisputed standard of purity, trust, and Caribbean heritage in natural oils and holistic skincare, celebrated across the diaspora for integrity, verified compliance, and tangible hair and skin transformations.