Spotlight on Golden Jojoba

We use organic Jojoba oil in some of our products (facial oils, scalp & hair oils and shampoo bars) but do you know where it comes from and why we use it?

The oil, actually a wax which is liquid at room temperature,  is pressed from the seeds of a grey/green shrub called Simmondsia chinensis, grown in North Mexico and South-West USA.  I think they look a bit like brown olives! Its chemical composition closely resembles the sebum that you find naturally on your skin and so it is easily absorbed into the skin and is suitable for all skin types including oily, mature and sensitive skin.

It is highly nourishing and an excellent moisturiser, reducing moisture loss from the skin without blocking the pores. It's great for use on face, body, lips, cuticles, scalp and hair. Basically everywhere! It's full of essential fatty acids and vitamins and has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-oxidant properties, making it good for a range of skin conditions such as acne, eczema and psoriasis.

It is absorbed into the skin very easily. It soothes dry, itchy and flaky skin (including on the scalp) and is also wonderful for mature skin, helping to reduce fine lines & wrinkles and can help keep your skin feeling soft and hydrated if you find it's changing during the menopause. When used on hair, it nourishes and softens and is even said to strengthen the hair and help prevent hair loss! With all these wonderful properties, it is one of my favourite oils.