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Jojoba Oil for Skin – Benefits, Routine & FAQs

Discover what Jojoba Oil for skin is and how it can benefit your face and body by helping to keep skin hydrated, for a soft and smooth feel.

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WHAT IS JOJOBA OIL?

Jojoba Oil is a naturally produced substance extracted from the seeds of the Chinesis (Jojoba) plant, a shrubby tree found native to Arizona, California and Mexico. Molecularly, Jojoba Oil is a wax in the form of a liquid at room temperature and is very similar to the sebum skin produces. It also contains Vitamin E and other essential vitamins and minerals. Due to its structural similarity to sebum, Jojoba Oil is commonly used in face and hair care.   

USES OF JOJOBA OIL

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Jojoba Oil can be applied directly to the skin for many different purposes and is commonly mixed with other beneficial ingredients in skincare products like face creams and body lotions that aim to help to soothe dry skin and keep skin looking healthy and soft. Jojoba Oil uses for skin include: 

  • Applying Jojoba Oil directly to the skin on its own 
    Jojoba Oil is easily absorbed into the skin and can be applied directly to the skin as-is. If you’re interested in exploring the use of Jojoba Oil to address specific skin conditions, be sure to consult with your dermatologist. 

  • As an ingredient in moisturizing lotions and creams 
    Since Jojoba Oil acts very similarly to our skin’s naturally moisturizing oils, products containing Jojoba Oil like nourishing moisturizing lotions may help to support the skin in maintaining moisture and help protect skin from drying out. 

  • As a carrier oil for other essential oils 
    Jojoba Oil can be used as a carrier oil, or an oil that can be blended with highly concentrated essential oils to be able to safely apply a diluted mixture to the skin.  

  • Applying directly to hair and nails 
    Jojoba Oil can be used as a cuticle oil or a leave-in hair conditioner. 

5 Possible Jojoba Oil Advantages for Skin

Is Jojoba Oil good for skin? When applied on its own or within skincare products, using Jojoba Oil for face and body can have numerous potential benefits for the skin. Remember overall product formulations will change the benefits that Jojoba Oil may deliver. Here are some key benefits of jojoba oil for face and body: 

1. Hydrates the skin

Jojoba Oil is a humectant ingredient, meaning that it attracts water from the air to the top layer of the skin, ensuring it keeps hydrated. It also doesn’t evaporate as many moisturizers do over time - this is very important for encouraging long-lasting moisturization for the top layer of the skin.  

2. Antioxidants

Jojoba Oil contains natural Vitamin E, a well-known antioxidant.  

3. Soothing effect

The combination of Vitamin E and the waxy structure of Jojoba Oil can help soothe dry skin and promote soft, healthy-looking skin.

4. Non-Comedogenic

Considered an emollient, Jojoba Oil helps to lubricate hair follicles and helps 
smooth skin 

5. Soothes Dry Skin

Jojoba Oil can help to soothe dry skin and help prevent the skin from flaking.

Jojoba Oil vs. Argan Oil

Both Argan Oil and Jojoba Oil are commonly used as additives in cosmetic products used for skin and hair, and both are nourishing oils that contain antioxidants like Vitamin E, but there are some key differences between them. 

  • Argan Oil comes from the seed of the argan tree, native to Morocco, whereas Jojoba Oil comes from the seed of the jojoba plant native to United States.  
  • Argan Oil is an oil whereas Jojoba Oil is technically a wax. 
  • Argan Oil has a strong nutty aroma while unrefined, Jojoba Oil has a very faint nutty/earthy smell and refined Jojoba Oil is odorless and colorless.

NIVEA & JOJOBA OIL

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NIVEA uses Jojoba Oil as a key ingredient in select skincare products.  

NIVEA® Soft is a refreshing all-purpose cream that leaves your skin feeling soft and supple. Its light formula with Vitamin E and Jojoba Oil is quickly absorbed and is perfect for all skin types, whether that’s oily, dry, sensitive or normal skin. Generously apply the cream to your face, body or hands and massage it into the skin. 

NIVEA Soft
NIVEA® Oil Infused Cherry Blossom and Jojoba Oil Body Lotion blends nourishing Jojoba Oil with a flowery Cherry Blossom scent in a fast-absorbing lotion that glides on dry skin leaving it radiant-looking and soft for 24+ hours. 
NIVEA Jojoba Oil Infused Lotion
NIVEA® Coconut & Jojoba Oil Body Wash pampers skin with a rich lather while its summery coconut scent transports your senses. Dermatologically tested and appropriate for all skin types, this body wash leaves skin feeling soft and moisturized. 
NIVEA Jojoba Oil Body Wash

Jojoba Oil – Takeaway

Packed with Vitamins and Minerals, Jojoba Oil is a common ingredient used in many skin and beauty products. In its raw form, it closely mimics the properties of skin's natural oils and can have a variety of benefits. NIVEA Skincare products containing Jojoba Oil help to pamper skin, helping it to look and feel healthy. 

NIVEA Products with Jojoba Oi

The information provided herein is not intended to be medical advice. Nor is it intended to treat the underlying skin disease or condition. The information is provided solely to: 

1. Moisturize, soften and smooth dry skin 
2. Improve the appearance of the skin 
3. Achieve healthier-looking skin 

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