Jojoba oil is a liquid wax composed of almost 98% pure waxes, mainly wax esters, few free fatty acids, alcohols, and hydrocarbons, sterols, and vitamins with few. The oil is found as an additive in many cosmetic products, especially those marketed as being made from natural ingredients. In particular, such products commonly containing jojoba are lotions and moisturizers, hair shampoos, and conditioners. Jojoba oil is naturally nourishing to the skin as it’s rich in Vitamin E, B, antioxidants, and minerals like chromium, copper, and zinc. It’s a versatile ingredient used broadly across products for hair, skin, and even cuticle care.
Positive:
- Jojoba oil is rich in Vitamin E, B, antioxidants, and minerals like chromium, copper, and zinc, which nourish the skin.
- It is a natural fungicide, which makes it resistant to mold, and has a long shelf life.
- Jojoba oil is non-toxic, non-allergenic, and non-comedogenic, making it safe for consumers with nut allergies and wont clog pores.
Negative:
- There are no known negative effects of using jojoba oil.
Ingredients or materials:
- Jojoba oil is composed of almost 98% pure waxes, mainly wax esters, few free fatty acids, alcohols, and hydrocarbons, sterols, and vitamins with few.
- The oil is comprised almost entirely (~97%) of mono-esters of long-chain fatty acids (wax ester) and alcohols (isopropyl jojobate), accompanied by only a tiny fraction of triglyceride esters.
- Jojoba oil contains a few fatty acids, such as palmitic acid, palmitoleic acid, stearic acid, oleic acid, and arachidic acid. The fatty acids found in the oil are based on the climate and soil where the shrub grew, in addition to how the oil was processed.
