Jojoba oil

Jojoba is a light oil that closely resembles the natural oils (sebum) produced by our skin. This similarity allows it to penetrate deeply into the skin without clogging pores, making it suitable for all skin types, including oily and acne-prone skin. It helps to balance oil production, hydrate the skin and maintain its natural barrier function.

Jojoba oil is rich in vitamins E and B-complex, as well as essential fatty acids like omega-9. These nutrients help to moisturize and nourish the skin, leaving it feeling soft, smooth, and hydrated. Jojoba oil forms a protective barrier on the skin, preventing moisture loss and shielding it from environmental stressors.

While they're both facial oils, Grapeseed is an ultra-light oil that is great for acne-prone or oily skin. For this reason, we recommend it for those who are seeking relief with active pimples or the hyperpigmentation caused by pimples.

Jojoba is actually a wax that looks like an oil. It mimics the sebum found in the skin and will draw out moisture or sink in moisture accordingly. This is a great oil for those with combination/ normal skin or dry skin.

Jojoba is from our Body Essentials collection of dynamic, multipurpose natural base oils that
nourish the body from the cellular level to outer skin. These oils provide a natural barrier
that make essential oils safe to use on your skin.

To use:

1. Choose the essential oil(s) that you
want to use based on your desired benefits. Some popular essential oils include
lavender for relaxation, tea tree for its antibacterial properties or peppermint for a refreshing sensation.

2. Mix the essential oil into the base oil into a bowl or
using the bottle’s dropper to apply to your clean hand. As a general guideline
aim for 1% dilution, which means you add one drop of essential oil to every
teaspoon (5 ml) of base oil.

Jojoba oil offers numerous benefits for hair health, making it a popular choice in hair care products and treatments. Here are some of the key benefits:

• Moisturizes and conditions: Jojoba oil's molecular structure closely resembles that of the natural oils (sebum) produced by the scalp. This allows it to penetrate deeply into the hair follicles and scalp, providing intense hydration and conditioning without leaving a greasy residue. Regular use of jojoba oil helps to keep the hair soft, smooth, and moisturized.
• Balances oil production: Jojoba oil helps to regulate sebum production on the scalp, making it an excellent choice for both dry and oily hair types. For those with oily scalps, jojoba oil can help to control excess oil production and prevent greasiness, while for those with dry scalps, it provides much-needed hydration and nourishment.
• Strengthens hair: Jojoba oil is rich in vitamins and minerals that are essential for healthy hair growth, including vitamin E, B-complex vitamins, and zinc. These nutrients help to strengthen the hair shaft, reduce breakage, and improve overall hair texture and resilience.
• Promotes hair growth: By nourishing the hair follicles and promoting a healthy scalp environment, jojoba oil can help stimulate hair growth and prevent hair loss. It helps to unclog hair follicles, allowing for better nutrient absorption and promoting the growth of new hair strands.
• Soothes scalp: Jojoba oil has natural anti-inflammatory properties that can help soothe and calm an irritated or itchy scalp. It's often used to alleviate scalp conditions like dandruff, eczema, and psoriasis, providing relief from itching, redness, and inflammation.
• Adds shine and luster: Jojoba oil forms a protective film over the hair shaft, sealing in moisture and enhancing its natural shine and luster. It helps to smooth down the hair cuticle, reducing frizz and flyaways, and leaving the hair looking healthy and glossy.
• Protects against environmental damage: Jojoba oil contains antioxidants like vitamin E, which help protect the hair from environmental stressors such as UV radiation, pollution, and heat styling. It forms a barrier on the hair shaft, shielding it from damage and preventing moisture loss.

Jojoba oil is a versatile and beneficial ingredient for hair care, offering hydration, conditioning, strengthening, and protection for healthy, beautiful hair. Whether used on its own or incorporated into hair care products like shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks, jojoba oil can help improve the health and appearance of your hair.

Jojoba is pronounced ho-ho-ba. Another fun fact, it's actually more of a wax than an oil!