Description

The jojoba plant is a hearty, perennial plant that grows in North America. Not only does it thrive in the harsh, desert climates that could kill most living things, but it also produces a nut with many healing properties.

The nut of the jojoba plant can be made into an oil. Jojoba oil is gentle enough to be used as a carrier oil  used directly on the skin or to mixed with essential oils.  People use jojoba oil as part of their skin care routine, and there are good reasons for that. There’s plenty of evidence supporting the use of pure jojoba oil as a remedy for acne, dry skin, and countless other skin conditions. Organic Jojoba Golden is a favorite carrier oil,  it is actually a liquid wax.

It closely resembles the sebum of the skin, this makes it less likely to build up on your skin and clog your pores, leading to fewer breakouts and less severe acne, It is also  rich in vitamin E,  This gives a healthy looking complexion to the skin. It is also important to note that Jojoba may go cloudy in cool temperatures,  It will return to its clear state with warming. Some cloudiness can be expected in some cases, this is natural as Phospholipids (natural components of most vegetable oils) hydrate and precipitate out of suspension. The sediment is actually extremely high in beneficial vitamin E and will only create problems if the oil is heated to extreme temperatures where they will darken and precipitate out of suspension. Any sediment can be decanted out wherever practical.

INCI:  Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) seed oil

Extraction Method: Cold Pressed

Processing Type: Unrefined

Obtained From: Nuts

Country Of Origin: Spain

Color: Golden yellow liquid.

Aromatic Description: Organic Jojoba Golden Oil is great for most skin types, including Oily/Acne-Prone. It is high in Eicosenoic Acid, which helps in balancing sebum production.

Consistency: Light to moderate

Absorption:  Jojoba Golden Oil absorbs quickly, and creates a barrier, it will leave a satiny finish.

Manufacturer Suggested Usage: 1-100%

Comedogenic Rating: 2

Common Uses/Benefits

Jojoba Golden Oil can be added to other carrier oils in order to extend its shelf life, and has become a common oil in the aromatherapy industries because of it’s excellent skin care properties.  Jojoba oil is a humectant ingredient, this means that it works to seal the skin with a protective barrier to keep it from losing moisture. This may help prevent bacterial infections, acne, and dandruff from forming.

Jojoba oil contains natural forms of vitamin E. This vitamin works with your skin as an antioxidant. This means that jojoba oil can help to skin fight oxidative stress caused by everyday exposure to pollutants and other toxins.

On a molecular level, jojoba oil is a wax, although it can be absorbed into the skin, its waxy nature allows it to create a soothing seal on the surface. Unlike other botanical oils, jojoba oil is typically non-irritating and allergic reaction is rare. Oxidative stress can lead to the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on the skin, The antioxidant power of jojoba oil may help slow the signs of aging when used on the skin.

Shelf Life: Users can expect a shelf life of up to 2 years with proper storage conditions (cool and out of direct sunlight). Refrigeration after opening is recommended. It may go cloudy in cool conditions but will return to its natural state once warmed.

Storage: It is recommended that cold-pressed carrier oils be kept in a cool, dark place to maintain freshness and achieve maximum shelf life. If refrigerated, bring to room temperature before using.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a cosmetic ingredient and it is meant for external use only in cosmetic formulations. It should not be ingested. Product image and packaging shown above is a general representation of product. Product colour may vary and packaging available may be different. Our products are for external use only, unless otherwise indicated. This information is for information purposes and not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.