Scientific name: Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
Classification: Vegetable oil
Antioxidant, anti-aging, emollient, moisturizing.
Stories from Nature
Jojoba oil is extracted from the seeds of the jojoba plant, which is native to Mexico and California. It is a very long-lived shrub that can live up to 250 years in desert regions.
Its natural texture is that of a very rich liquid wax, similar to the skin’s sebum, with which it shares the same molecular structure. It contains minerals such as zinc, iodine, and copper, as well as vitamin E and vitamins B2 and B3. It is widely used in cosmetics for both body care and hair care products.
Hair Benefits
Jojoba oil has moisturizing and nourishing properties, helping to maintain optimal hydration levels. By creating a light yet durable protective barrier that coats the hair shaft, it gradually moisturizes the hair, imparting shine, lightness, softness, and volume.
The main benefits include:
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Smoothing action: helps close the cuticle scales, making hair easy to comb and keeping it neat.
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Structural support: It supports the integrity of the hair fiber’s elastin and collagen, preserving the hair’s vitality and strength.
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Scalp balance: It has emollient and moisturizing properties that help maintain the scalp’s physiological pH.
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Hygiene and purity: It boasts natural sanitizing and purifying properties, making it ideal for keeping the scalp fresh, clean, and healthy.
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Active protection: It creates a protective barrier against external agents, visibly improving the appearance of stressed hair.
Benefits for the Skin
In skincare formulas, jojoba oil acts as a natural emollient that easily penetrates the epidermis, leaving the skin dry and velvety smooth. This wax strengthens the skin barrier thanks to a structure similar to the natural hydrolipidic film, providing deep hydration while keeping pores clear and clean.
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Elasticity and Softness: Its nourishing action makes the skin softer and more elastic, while also promoting flexibility in the hands and cuticles.
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Relief for sensitive skin: It is ideal for sensitive skin, ensuring long-lasting hydration and a feeling of maximum comfort.
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Intimate care and post-hair removal: in intimate hygiene products, it provides progressive relief from superficial redness, proving invaluable after hair removal treatments such as shaving or waxing.
Long-term, consistent use of products containing jojoba oil helps reduce wrinkles on the face and neck. It is highly effective for dry and chapped skin or when included in products such as scrubs and smoothing treatments.
