Jojoba oil is the liquid produced in the seed of the Simmondsid Chinensis plant – a shrub, native to Southern Arizona, Southern California and North West Mexico

The oil makes up about 50% of the jojoba seed weight

Although this plant comes from and thrives in these harsh desert climates, it produces a nut with many, many healing properties

Jojoba oil is best known for its use as a carrier oil, however as an oil used on its own its amazing properties include:

• Moisturizing
• Antibacterial
• Antioxidant
• It is non-Comedogenic (does not clog your pores)
• Hypoallergenic
• Helps to control sebum production
• Helps to promote collagen synthesis
• Helps to speed up wound healing
• Soothes eczema, psoriasis and other dry skin conditions
• Helps to soothe sun burn
• Treat acne
• Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
• Helps to reduce the appearance of scars

Although jojoba oil is best known for its use as a carrier oil, it does not have to be diluted when used; it can be used directly on the skin. It can also be used in lip balms for dry cracked lips

Jojoba oil is a luxurious oil that is good for everyday use