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Find out about the magic of Jojoba Oil
Jojoba oil has many uses in a wide variety of industries. As a cosmetic, it is an effective cleanser, conditioner, moisturizer, and softener for the skin and hair.It is applied directly to the skin to soften the skin, to reduce wrinkles and stretch marks, to lighten and help heal scars, and to promote healthy scalp and hair. It is widely used as an ingredient in shampoos, conditioners, facial, hand and body lotions, cuticle and nail care products, baby care lotions, creams, and oils, cleansers, moisturizers, bath oils and soaps, sunscreen lotions, and makeup products Jojoba oil is similar to, and miscible with, sebum, which is secreted by human sebaceous glands to lubricate and protect skin and hair. When sebum production decreases due to age, pollutants, or environmental stresses, jojoba oil can be used to replicate sebum oil.
The potential therapeutic uses of jojoba oil include the treatment of acne, cold sores, and such skin diseases as psoriasis.
What is Unique about Jojoba?
1. Dry Skin- Jojoba mimics the sebum found naturally in human skin and can replenish skin that has become dry due to age, weather, environmental pollutants or stresses. It forms a lipid layer on the skin, acting as a moisturizer, as well as penetrating and being absorbed by the outer layer of skin.
2. Wrinkles- Jojoba protects skin cells and reduces wrinkles. Studies have shown a noticeable reduction of fine lines even eight hours after application.
3. Acne and Oily Skin- Jojoba dissolves excess sebum which clogs pores preventing normal transpiration and causes acne. Used twice daily after thoroughly cleansing skin, Jojoba can eliminate blemishes.
4. Abrasions- Minor skin irritations and injuries can be treated with Jojoba. It is anti-biotic and anti-fungal, will prevent infections from developing in exposed abrasions and speed the healing process while preventing scar tissue from forming.
5. Dry Hair and Scalp – When sebum production decreases hair can become brittle and weak. Jojoba reconditions hair follicles and shafts for natural luster and shine and prevents the hair becoming brittle and dull. If sebum production is excessive, hair follicles can become blocked and hair can also become too dry and breakable. Jojoba dissolves excess sebum and allows pores to transpire normally. It can also dissolve sticky residue from hair products and airborne pollutants.
6. Allergies- Jojoba is naturally hypo-allergenic and one clinical study showed that only two out of fifty people with known skin allergies had any reaction to it. These two cases were mild and cleared up within 24 hours.
7. After Sun Care – Jojoba is an excellent skin rejuvenator for after extended sun can increase deep tanning while preventing painful burns.
8. Infant Care- Jojoba is safe for all sensitive skin, including newborns. It is very useful for “infant acne” and “cradle cap”.
9. Scars and Stretch Marks- Jojoba has been shown to greatly reduce scar tissue making it an excellent choice for pregnant mothers and those recovering from surgeries.
10. Psoriasis- The Ben Gurion University of Israel has proved the amazing curative results of Jojoba application to skin affected by psoriasis.
11. Nail Care- When applied the cuticles Jojoba can strengthen and fortify brittle nails.
Precautions
Jojoba oil is a nontoxic, noncomedogenic (does not clog pores), and hypoallergenic substance. It has been widely used for decades in cosmetics, with no reported adverse effects. If jojoba oil is ingested, most of it is eliminated in the feces, with little getting distributed in the body.
Side effects
No side effects are expected with the use of jojoba oil in recommended amounts, although allergic reactions are a rare possibility.
Interactions
Since jojoba oil does not oxidize or become rancid, it is added to other oils to extend their shelf life.
Key Terms
A substance that contains nothing that would cause blackheads or pimples to form on the skin.
Reviews
1. I read about this product on the Makeup Alley website, and since it’s so cheap I thought I’d give it a whirl. All I can say is, WOW! I am 39 with combination skin which has been breaking out lately, so I needed something to calm my skin down. This may sound strange, because it’s an oil, but this product did not cause me to break out! In fact, just the opposite happened. My skin literally drank it in (no oily residue) and in the morning, my face was soft and much clearer. I use it after cleansing at night (with purity made simple) and it works wonders. This is a terrific buy for anyone with easily aggravated skin. Try it, you might be pleasantly surprised!
2. I have been fighting breakouts for decades. I have sensitive, acne prone, combo, thick skin. I would never dream of putting oil on my face regularly. I am very happy with the results. 2 drops after cleansing has been the best for my face. It doesn’t clog my pores at all. It is supposed to be the closest oil match to our natural skin oil. It seems to clears out the existing acne. The oil works on my hair to get rid of fly-a-ways and frizz. I use it on my daughter’s hair and skin (and she has sensitive normal to dry skin). I use for baby massages also. It so is lightweight.
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Great post, I didn’t realise Jojoba Oil had so many benefits
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Good post! Thank you I learned a lot from it. I think the power of natural substances is truly amazing. Look at all the benefits you listed for this! Wow! I suffered from acne when I was a teen and wish I had this knowledge back then. It is nice that people today who suffer with acne have all this knowledge. Just think, if they would just clean up their diet and get balance to their lives everything would benefit and not just their skin.
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Hello Alexis and thank you for your comment. Due to the fact that Jojoba oil is actually a liquid wax it is not acting like an oil on your skin but takes the natural composition of your skin and nourishes it and makes it soft and beautiful without making it oily. So to answer your question Jojoba oil is suitable for you.
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My skin is pretty oily – do you think this would be suitable?
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many thanks for the interesting post. I didn’t know jojoba oil had natural antibiotic properties and I certainly like the idea of less wrinkles now that I’ve topped 50!
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I love this stuff. We had a baby 2 years ago and I saw how it worked on her. I have trouble with my face and legs, and when I tried it…it was amazing the results.
This is really a nice article and thanks for giving such a good idea. Jojoba oil is very useful and good to know that it can be use in a many way as well as a product too.
Are there any other methods.
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As I’ve grown older I have become more interested in the condition of my skin. I will try out Jojoba Oil as most people find it good. I have tried other products with mixed results.
Brian.
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I’ve used JOJOBA for a long time and it’s great for the skin. Thanks for the information btw.
well written. lots of information.looking forward to read article like this in d future~!!
Jojoba oil I heard of it for the first time and when I gone through the magic of jojoba oil it was a good product for body. It’s useful to all ages especially when our sebum production decreases. It’s mostly used for decades in cosmetics with no reported effects. When we use jojoba oil it doesn’t give any side effects to the person. If these oil can cure any problem which is mention above than its better to use jojoba oil instead of going to the medicine store to buy medicine for allergies, scars and stretch marks and so on. I love to try this oil out as I have Dry Hair and Scalp. I enjoyed reading this post. Hope you produce a better product in future.
Wonderful Blog and Info. Thank you. Until now I had only seen it on shampoo labels.
How effective is this for removing scars? I’ve heard of many other oils but not this one.
Does this really work for scars?
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Just a quick thought on Jojoba, I know that it can provide relief for acne, but can it be used with Rosacea? I am wary about trying new things without doing some research first. What do you think?
Yes I used it for psoriasis and it did help a bit.
Is Jojoba oil ok to use if you suffer from allergies? I enjoyed reading this post!! Many thanks…
Hi Elena,
Thanks for great article, I found this very interesting as I was looking for some thing for my sunburn face and chest and some sort of After Sun Care this sounds like a good product although maybe I should have used it before hand next time as my skin is coming of my face with over doing it in the sun.
l have to try this for after skin care – looks like it would do the trick!
As the old saying goes “Every disease has it’s own plant (to cure it)”, Jojoba oil is great, I used to have some dry skin problems on my elbows and mix of Olive oil and Jojoba oil took care of that. Natural and super effective. Great article!
Hi Erika,
Great Post – just wondering if tea tree oil would be ok to mix with jojoba oil?
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Just a quick thought on Jojoba, I know that it can provide relief for acne, but can it be used with Rosacea? I am wary about trying new things without doing some research first. What do you think?
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Jojoba has been around for years, I use it as a moisturizer and have seen amazing results.
I find for dry scalp, hair care and sheen olive oil is also very good.
Hi Erika!!!
We know each other, and it is so great that you did this web site!!!
It is really informational!
Are you still traveling constantly?
I have heard that jojoba plus tea tree oil was good for scalp plaque, using natural products is the best for over all health
I haven’t used Jojoba yet, but I think I will give it a try. Thanks.
Jojoba is one of the most commonly used herb in natural remedies, especially good for skin and hair.
This is great
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Jojoba Oil has been great for my skin.
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This is true jojoba oil will help with acne but you must use it 3 times a day for a week then only when breaks out appear. I am glad to see another person who like to use jojoba oil,
Yes, jojoba oil is really good for out skin, I even ask my friends to try it the same way i did like you and the effect is really good and I wont use anything else aside from jojoba for my dry skin. thanks for this wonderful article….