The best skincare products contain ingredients that nourish and protect the skin. Jojoba oil, derived from a desert perennial, is packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and fatty acids. This powerful skincare ingredient offers properties similar to the skin’s natural oils which means it has the ability to penetrate below the skin’s surface to deliver plenty of nourishment.
While jojoba is often included in skincare ingredients in the form of a liquid oil, its most potent form is a wax ester. Here’s what you need to know about jojoba oil including what it is, what benefits it provides, and how to incorporate it into your skincare routine using Yon-Ka skincare products.
The jojoba plant (Simmondsia chinensis) is a desert shrub native to southern California, southern Arizona, and northwestern Mexico. The seed of the plant is comprised of about 50% jojoba oil by weight which contains natural antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Jojoba oil has likely been used medicinally for hundreds of years – originally by the O’odham Native Americans who used the oil to treat wounds and sores – though it has only been domesticated since the early 1970s. During the 1940s, jojoba oil was used as an additive to transmission oil, motor oil, and differential gear oil during the war. It was also used to lubricate machine guns.
At room temperature, unrefined jojoba oil is a clear, golden liquid. It is more shelf-stable than other plant oils like almond oil and safflower oil because it contains a relatively low percentage of triglycerides. Jojoba esters contain no triglycerides and are even more shelf-stable than jojoba oils.
Here are some of the potential benefits of jojoba:
Jojoba oil is used in a wide range of cosmetics and body products. Before you buy, however, make sure you know what you’re purchasing. It’s important to understand the difference between jojoba oil and jojoba ester as well as their varied applications.
The nut or seed of the jojoba plant contains about 50% jojoba oil by weight. It is a clear, golden liquid that has a slight nutty aroma to it. Refined jojoba oil, however, is both odorless and colorless. Depending where it’s grown, the fatty acid content of jojoba oil can vary – when it is harvested and how it is processed may also have an impact on the oil’s chemical makeup.
Jojoba esters are the hydrogenated form of jojoba oil. They have no triglyceride content, rather they are comprised of long-chain fatty acids and fatty alcohols held together by an ester bond. Jojoba esters are made through the hydrogenation or interesterification of jojoba oil (or a combination of the two), though both pure hydrogenated jojoba oil and pure jojoba oil are sometimes referred to as jojoba ester.
When it comes to its applications in skincare, jojoba ester is typically used as an emollient. It shares remarkable similarity with human sebum (the natural oils produced in the skin) and it has a very high oxidative stability. This simply means it is more shelf-stable than other oils like squalene and almond oil.
Jojoba comes in a variety of textures which makes it useful in different types of skincare products. While jojoba oil may be beneficial as a nourishing ingredient, helping to keep moisture in the top layer of skin, jojoba ester supports barrier repair and helps control oil production. The best way to incorporate jojoba into your skincare routine is with high-quality skincare products formulated to address your skin concerns.
Here are some of the top Yon-Ka products featuring jojoba:
Choosing the right skincare products is all about knowing your skin type and understanding your skincare needs. Yon-Ka products containing jojoba are great for dry and dehydrated skin, though they can help smooth and soften all skin types. Consult the Yon-Ka Skincare Advisor or stop in to your local Yon-Ka Paris partner spa for custom skincare recommendations.
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Your blog is informative and helpful for everyone who is concerned about their skincare. Jojoba oil is really beneficial for all skin types. I also use this for my skincare treatment. Thank you for sharing this information.