Jojoba oil is obtained from the jojoba plant, a shrub native to various parts of the United States. Historically, jojoba oil was used as folk medicine for various ailments and was also used during war time back in 1940s as motor oil. To date, jojoba oil is used for:
- Aromatherapy – Use as the base of an aromatherapy massage blend
- Topical use – Used alone as a non-greasy moisturizer, makeup remover and carrier for essential oils
- Cosmetics – Skin care, shampoos, conditioners and more
- Medicinal – Anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and analgesic to promote wound healing, soothe acne, psoriasis and eczema
Carry out a patch test before proceeding with use, pregnant and nursing women should consult their doctor before trying out jojoba oil
Also known as Simmondsia chinesis – or less scientifically goat nut, deer nut, pignut, along with other names – jojoba oil is a non-comedogenic oil that works for all skin types due to its lightweight consistency that mimics the skin’s natural sebum. The chances of allergic or negative reactions are also much slimmer. It contains monounsaturated fatty acids to maintain the skin’s moisture level, maintaining the skin’s natural glow and a more youthful appearance, along antioxidants such as vitamin B and E to combat free radicals and promote skin cell renewal.
Below is a list and comparison of jojoba oil from different brands, the details and description are obtained from the official website of the brands.
- Certification: Cruelty-free & Vegan
- Aroma Description: –
- Extraction Method: Cold pressed
- Uses:
- Use as makeup remover
- Apply on chapped lips to rehydrate them
- Add to shampoo or conditioner to combat dry scalp and hair
- Use as face and body moisturiser
- Use as carrier for essential oils
- Product Size: 4oz/118ml
- Price: $18.99 USD (*as of October 2021)
- Reviews:
- Customers comment that the product is non-greasy, absorbs quickly into the skin, is moisturizing on the hair, body and face
NOW® Foods – NOW Solutions Organic Jojoba Oil
- Certification: Cruelty-free, Hexane free, Non-GMO, UL Enhanced Certification for Cosmetics, USDA Organic, Vegan
- Aroma Description: –
- Extraction Method: –
- Uses
- Multi-purpose oil that can be used on the skin, hair and body
- Product Size: 4oz/118ml, 8oz/237ml
- Price: $14.99 USD (4oz/118ml), $27.99 USD (8oz/237ml) (*as of October 2021)
- Reviews:
- Customers comment that the product works well on sensitive and oily skin, and is an effective makeup remover
TEAK Naturals – Organic Jojoba Oil
- Certification: Kosher, Non-GMO
- Aroma Description: –
- Extraction Method: Cold Pressed
- Uses:
- Use for skin care, hair care, body care, removing makeup, nail care and as carrier
- Product Size: 4oz/118ml
- Price: $37.97 USD (*as of October 2021)
- Reviews:
- Customers comment that the product absorbs quickly into the skin, works well as carrier, and the oil significantly improved the texture of their skin overtime
Edens Garden – Jojoba Carrier Oil
- Certification: GC/MS tested, Vegan, Cruelty-Free, E.D.E.N.S Pledge
- Aroma Description: Very subtly pleasant aroma
- Extraction Method: Cold pressed
- Uses:
- Use alone or as carrier for essential oils
- Use as a facial oil for oily skin
- Product Size: 4oz/118ml
- Price: $13.95 USD (4oz/118ml) (*as of October 2021)
- Reviews:
- Customers comment that the lightweight oil is wonderful to use as carrier, makeup remover, hair oil and moisturizer