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Jojoba / Simmodsia Chinensis / is a perennial herbaceous plant that resembles a tree shrub. Jojoba is a plant with fruits and long roots. As a result, jojoba can survive in almost any environment, but thrives best in temperate climates and dry environments. It originates from Southern California, Arizona and Mexico.
The unique properties of jojoba are valued by the ancient Egyptians. Samples of jojoba oil with fully preserved qualities have even been found in the Egyptian pyramids. The oil from jojoba today it is world famous. And this is no accident - this plant is unique in quality and composition throughout the plant world.
Jojoba oil is extracted from the seeds of the tree> jojoba. It serves various purposes, but most of all it works wonderfully on the skin, making it beautiful and healthy. The light golden color of the oil indicates its purity, and the processed oil is clear and transparent. Nowadays, it is very rare to find pure oil because it is extremely expensive.
Selection and storage of jojoba
Jojoba is most common in the form of oil, which has been used for millennia. The oil itself is a liquid wax, which is obtained by the method of cold pressing. Jojoba oil is an extremely long-chain ester, whose derivatives are extremely reminiscent of whale oil and human sebum.
It is very easily refined to a colorless, odorless substance. The oil is extremely valuable because it is very resistant to rancidity. It has a long shelf life, and when added to other essential oils, it extends their shelf life.
Benefits of jojoba
The oil from jojoba is a real elixir for the skin. Thanks to its structure, it creates an invisible protective film on the skin. Jojoba oil is a valuable care for all skin types, but is especially useful for dry, withered, sagging, sticky and inflamed skin.
It is distinguished by its anti-inflammatory properties, which make it useful in inflammation and redness of the skin as a result of dermatitis. It can be used for psoriasis and neurodermatitis. Moisturizes and penetrates deep into the pores of the skin - thus improving lymph circulation and blood circulation, regenerates and nourishes. Supports the synthesis of skin collagen.
The protective layer and deep greasing created by the oil helps to regulate the fat secretion. It does not cause irritation and allergic reactions, so it is often used in the preparation of cleansing skin emulsions. Regular use of jojoba oil helps to restore the healthy appearance and softness of the skin.
Jojoba oil helps remove any dirt and dust that gets on the skin. It also protects the skin from the harmful effects of the environment and the sun's rays. It also helps to open the pores, does not dry the skin and retains its natural moisture.
Jojoba oil is one of the best makeup removers. Dip a cotton swab in a little oil from jojoba and you will very easily remove foundation, shadows, blush, mascara. Jojoba oil cleanses and soothes the most delicate areas of the face, such as the eye area. It has an extremely beneficial effect and even strengthens the lashes.
Jojoba oil is also extremely effective in hair care. The wax contained in it protects, envelops and renews the hair, helps with brittle hair - gives it natural strength and shine. For this reason, the oil from jojoba is widely used in nourishing hair masks. Gives volume and flexibility to the hair. Jojoba oil is a valuable helper against chapped lips and rough areas of skin - elbows and heels, for example.
Except for cosmetic purposes, the oil from jojoba It is also used for therapeutic purposes - for warts, herpes, fungus on the feet and ulcers.
Jojoba oil also has some peculiarities. In pure form it can be applied only on small areas of the skin. When exposed to large surfaces, it is recommended to use a 10% solution.
