Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil is a lightweight, non-greasy oil that closely resembles the skin’s natural sebum. It is a favourite in UK skincare and haircare for its ability to moisturise without clogging pores or leaving a heavy residue.
How it works in skincare
In cosmetics and skincare, jojoba seed oil acts as an excellent emollient and skin-conditioning agent. Because its wax ester composition is very similar to human sebum, it blends seamlessly with the skin’s natural oils, helping to balance oil production while forming a breathable, protective layer that locks in moisture and softens the skin or hair.
Key benefits
- Provides long-lasting hydration without a greasy feel
- Helps balance sebum production in both dry and oily skin
- Non-comedogenic and unlikely to clog pores
- Softens and smooths rough or dry skin patches
- Conditions and adds shine to hair and scalp
- Enhances the spreadability of creams and serums
Best for
dry skin, oily skin, combination skin, sensitive skin, mature skin, acne-prone skin
Where it comes from
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil is obtained by cold-pressing the seeds of the jojoba shrub, a desert plant native to the south-western United States and northern Mexico. The seeds contain a liquid wax ester rather than a true oil, which is then refined for use in cosmetics.