Jojoba Oil Refined

Description

Jojoba Oil Refined

INCI: Sinesis chinesis (jojoba) oil.

Jojoba oil is a type of liquid wax that is extracted from the seeds of the jojoba plant (Simmondsia chinensis). Its fatty acid profile is unique compared to other oils, as it contains a combination of long-chain fatty acids and fatty alcohols. Here is a breakdown of the fatty acid profile:

Eicosenoic acid (C20:1): 65-80%
Docosenoic acid (C22:1): 10-20%
Oleic acid (C18:1): 5-15%
Palmitic acid (C16:0): 1%
Stearic acid (C18:0): 0.5%
Behenic acid (C22:0): 0.2%
Erucic acid (C22:1): trace amounts

Eicosenoic acid and docosenoic acid are both monounsaturated fatty acids, which give the oil its stability and resistance to oxidation. These fatty acids are also similar in structure to the natural oils produced by human skin, which makes jojoba oil a popular ingredient in skincare products. Oleic acid is another monounsaturated fatty acid that is commonly found in many vegetable oils, and it also has moisturizing and anti-inflammatory properties for the skin. The remaining fatty acids are present in smaller amounts, but they can also contribute to the overall health benefits of jojoba oil.

Jojoba oil isn’t actually an oil. It is known as a wax ester and as such bears a remarkable similarity to the natural oil (sebum) in our skin. It penetrates the skin very easily without making the skin feel greasy. Due to the high content of tannins it is quite a dry oil.

Jojoba is very moisturising. It will not clog the pores at all and is perhaps the best oil for oily, combination, or acne prone skin. Indeed, research has suggested that the use of jojoba oil can balance sebum production and reduce acne break outs.

In addition to making the skin feel soft and more moisturised, jojoba oil is effective at reducing the appearance of wrinkles. Studies have shown that continued use of jojoba oil as a moisturiser can decrease the look of fine lines and wrinkles by up to 26%. It is effective if used daily in face washes or moisturising creams, however, direct topical application has the best success in treating skin that is already seeing the advent of fine lines and wrinkles.

Jojoba is also effective at treating other skin ailments. If applied to stretch marks and other scars, it can reduce the redness or associated itchiness and, over time, may reduce the appearance of the scarring. It can soothe sunburned skin. Jojoba oil can add shine and body to hair, providing oils that are very similar to the natural oils produced by the scalp. It can also be very effective at treating dandruff for similar reasons – just massage it onto the scalp.

Although the oil can be applied to the skin neat, it is recommended to combine jojoba oils with other oils such as almond or apricot at 25% jojoba 75% other oils.