Skin care trends come and go, but jojoba oil is here to stay. We aren’t complaining! While it has been used for centuries, jojoba oil has gained popularity in the beauty industry over the last 40-50 years. Why? We think it’s because jojoba oil is magical. Okay, we’re not saying it can make you fly, but it does have the power to transform your skin.
What Is Jojoba Oil?
Jojoba oil comes from the nut of the jojoba shrub (Simmondsia chinenis) that grows in North America. The correct pronunciation of jojoba is “ho-ho-ba”. The various benefits of jojoba were discovered by a Native American tribe called the O’odham. The word jojoba comes from Hohowi, a name the O’odham’s used for jojoba nuts. Contrary to popular belief, jojoba oil is not actually an oil but a liquid wax. The consistency mimics the skin’s natural sebum. Want to know something amazing about jojoba oil? It is a natural and eco-friendly replacement for whale oil in beauty products. That’s right, jojoba oil saves the whales!
What Are The Skin Benefits Of Jojoba Oil?
Moisturizes Skin:
Is your skin thirsty? It may benefit from a few drops of jojoba oil. Jojoba oil is a natural moisturizer that creates a strong protective skin barrier so it can lock in moisture. The oleic acid in jojoba oil penetrates deep into the skin and provides long lasting hydration. Jojoba oil’s light texture is gentle enough for all skin types and doesn’t leave an oily residue. It is packed with vitamins and minerals that nourish and soften the skin. The hydrating and soothing properties of the fatty acids in jojoba oil keeps the skin plump and healthy. Our Lavender Freshness Facial Serum is made with jojoba oil to add an extra dose of hydration to the skin.
Anti-Aging:
Growing up involves the 3 Ws – wine, work and wrinkles, right? WRONG! Well, we’ll take the wine, maybe even the work but definitely not the wrinkles. While it’s true that as we get older our skin does too, we can still use jojoba oil to prevent the look of aging skin. When skin begins to lose its elasticity, fine lines and wrinkles start to appear. Thanks to its powerful antioxidant properties, jojoba oil repairs the skin by stimulating collagen production and enhancing elasticity. Jojoba oil can also stop free radicals from damaging the skin. Jojoba oil’s liquid wax esters create a protective moisture barrier that stops UV rays from penetrating into the skin and causing premature aging. Turn back the clock with our Rejuvenation Facial Serum, full of jojoba oil to plump and soften skin.
Treats Acne:
Wouldn’t it be nice if we never had to deal with acne again? Let’s make that dream come true. Jojoba oil can benefit acne-prone skin with its antimicrobial and antibacterial properties that prevent infections and the growth of bacteria. Its antibacterial and antifungal properties are so strong that when most bacteria comes into contact jojoba oil, it dies. With its anti-inflammatory properties, jojoba oil calms the inflammation and irritation of breakouts, allowing them to heal faster. The vitamins and minerals in jojoba oil help regenerate and repair skin cells that have been affected by blemishes. It won’t clog pores as its non-comedogenic. As jojoba oil’s consistency is similar to the skin’s sebum, it helps balance oil production by fooling the skin into believing it has produced enough oil. A 2018 study published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences found that the anti-inflammatory properties of jojoba oil are beneficial in treating various skin conditions including acne.
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