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Jojoba oil (pronounced ‘ho-HO-bah’) is a liquid wax obtained from the jojoba nut, which has a very light, sweet, nutty aroma that is very pleasant. It is native to areas such as southern California, southern Arizona and north-western Mexico, and it grows in abundance in the deserts of Australia and Israel. It possesses the same properties as the oil derived from the sperm whale and is considered as one of the most natural moisturizers for healthy skin and hair. It can be used on all types of skin conditions especially those relating to oily and problem skin, as it dissolves sebum. It moisturises and softens the skin, lubricating and protecting it without blocking the pores. Its ability to prevent moisture loss makes this oil ideal for use on dry skin, eczema, psoriasis and other problematic skin conditions. It is very similar in composition to human natural skin oils and is also excellent for conditioning the hair,dry, damaged hair or scaly, flaky scalp. It will restore the health of your hair in a natural and inexpensive way by deeply penetrating the scalp and hair shaft. With continued use, Jojoba oil ensures that hair stays healthy and clean, with a natural shine - The Incas used to massage Jojoba oil frequently into their scalps, promoting thick and lustrous hair. Because it is a liquid wax it does not become rancid, so has an extremely long shelf life. It contains vitamins E (helps in preventing wrinkles on the skin) and B complex. It also has the minerals silicon, chromium, copper and zinc. It has a very high percentage of iodine, almost 80.4%. The iodine concentration gives the Jojoba oil a great power to heal.
Jojoba Has Many Uses:
Jojoba is very gentle to sensitive skin and does not clog the pores, it cleans clogged pores and restores skin's natural pH balance
Jojoba is highly regarded as an effective conditioner, moisturizer, cleanser and softener for the skin and hair.
Jojoba can help heal acne (due to its antibacterial properties), scars, bruises, burns, athlete's foot, cuts, mouth sores, pimples, warts,and is used by some to help control rheumatic pain, arthritis and body ache etc – It is also useful in treating eczema, psoriasis and other skin disorders and is capable of killing some skin bacteria.
Jojoba contains anti-aging properties and reduces wrinkles and prevents stretch marks thanks to the elastic effect it provides to the skin.
Jojoba conditions the scalp and hair, eliminating dry scalp. It’s a natural hair conditioner acting similar to and having the properties of sebaceous oil (sebum), and can be used on all types of hair
Jojoba deep cleanses the skin and removes make-up; it gets rid of every smidgen of make-up on your face.
Jojoba can be used as a pre-shave softener for legs and face and used as a soother after shaving or hair removal.
Jojoba penetrates the lipid layer of the skin, leaving a soft and dry sensation, slowing down the loss of moisture and improving its flexibility and elasticity.
Jojoba added to a warm bath will relax the entire body, soothe tired feet and relieve aching muscles.
Jojoba is appropriate for use after exposing the skin to the sun, reducing inflammation and preventing flaking.
Jojoba is a good massage oil since it gently unclogs blocked pores and lifts off grime and imbedded impurities.
Jojoba is an excellent cuticle oil that helps keep the nail beds moisturised and without any raggedy skin.
The Approximate Percentages Of Fatty Acids In Pure Jojoba Oil Are As Follows:
As a moisturizer, apply after shower or bath. Use Jojoba all over including your face – a little goes a long way.
As a leave-in hair conditioner, simply pour some Jojoba onto your hands and run them through your hair and comb through with a big-toothed comb until it is evenly distributed, or add one teaspoon of Jojoba to a cup of water in a spray bottle (shake well) for a more convenient conditioning hair spray. You can also mix a few drops into your shampoo or conditioner and rinse out. You can also put a couple of drops on your palm and apply to the ends of damp hair before blow-drying.
As a make-up remover and cleansing oil, dab a little bit of Jojoba onto a cotton ball and you will have one of the most effective make-up removers you will ever use. It removes stubborn waterproof mascara without irritating your eyes. It also works for foundation, lipstick, etc.
As a lip balm, put a few drops of Jojoba on your finger and apply to the lips.
As a cuticle oil, rub a small amount of Jojoba into the cuticles on a regular basis.
Use as desired for problematic skin conditions, massage, carrier oil and as a bath oil – As a massage oil it can be used either pure or mixed with other carrier oils.
Other Uses:
Regenerates leather and vinyl products.
Lubricant for engines - it's viscosity makes it a good choice over petroleum oil as a high-pressure lubricant
As a polish for floorboards.
Anti-Corrosive coating for tools/machinery.
Has been explored as a cheap, sustainable fuel that can serve as a substitute for petroleum diesel.
Caution: For external use only. Keep out of reach of children.
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