Jojoba is technically a wax ester rather than a true oil — cold-pressed from Simmondsia chinensis seeds into a lightweight, fast-absorbing liquid with a very mild aroma and a golden color. Its structure is close to human sebum, which is why it's so well tolerated.
It absorbs without greasiness and has a low comedogenic rating, making it a popular choice for combination, oily, and sensitive skin. Many people use it as a daily face oil, a makeup remover, a bath oil, or a pre-wash scalp treatment for hair.
It also works well as a carrier base for essential oil blends, at roughly 1% dilution for the face or 2–3% for the body.
Its structure being so close to human sebum is part of why it absorbs so readily without a greasy finish, and why it suits combination, oily, and sensitive skin that can feel weighed down by heavier oils. A few drops warmed between the palms and pressed into clean, slightly damp skin is usually enough for the full face.
As a makeup remover, sweeping it over dry skin with a cotton pad breaks down makeup and light sunscreen before rinsing or following with a cleanser. For hair, smoothing a small amount through mid-lengths and ends tames frizz, and a light scalp massage before shampooing can serve as a simple pre-wash treatment. Keeping the bottle tightly closed between uses helps it reach its full 12–18 month shelf life.
For external use only. Patch test before first use, avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes, and store tightly closed for its 12–18 month shelf life.
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