Jojoba Oil Face Treatment

Whale oil used to be used in cosmetics and skin care products; however, when whale hunting was banned in the United States, another source of oil was needed. The jojoba plant, which is native to Mexico and Southern California, produces a bean. When the bean is heated, an oil is secreted. It was discovered that this oil is beneficial to the skin and to hair, according to Pioneerthinking.com

Full of Vitamins and Good Stuff

• Jojoba is prized for its waxy substance that mimics sebum which is fat that comes from the sebaceous glands in our skin, according to Doctorgoodskin.com. When the sebum reaches our skin's surface it mixes with sweat and lipids and forms a protective coating on the skin, which is called acid mantle. Acid mantle keeps the skin hydrated and protects it from bacteria. Jojoba contains large amounts of minerals, Vitamin E and protein. It is considered ideal for removing make-up, according to Soul-essence.com.

Good For Your Hair, Too

• Jojoba oil is gentle so it can be used on all skins types. It is effective in the treatment of acne, eczema, as an antiseptic and also works well on the hair. It is highly penetrative.

Skin Renewal

• Jojoba oil reportedly prompts the growth of new skin cells and helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

The Oil Comes from the Seeds

• According to Purcelljojoba.com, jojoba (which is pronounced ho ho ba) is functionally and structurally different from any other plant because of its pure monounsaturated liquid esters that consist of long chains of alcohols and fatty acids. The esters, which are compounds that are formed when acid and alcohols react to one another, provide a highly effective and safe ingredient for hair and skin products. To get the oil, the jojoba seeds are harvested and pressed to expel the liquid esters.

Mature, Dry Skin Likes It

• Ageless.co.za reports that jojoba oil acts as an emulsifier when used as a massage medium. It unclogs pores and lifts grime and other impurities that are ground into the skin. The oil contains myristic acid, which produces the oil's anti-inflammatory properties. Jojoba oil is great for dry skin and mature skin because it is quickly absorbed and moisturizes because it controls water and moisture loss in the skin. This helps if you have flaking skin.

EPA

• The EPA (http://www.epa.gov) reports that there are no known risks to putting jojoba oil on your skin if used as directed.