The perfect oil for your skin - No, not sebum!

Jojoba oil is a liquid wax ester from the seeds of the jojoba plant. It been widely used since the ban on whale oil in the United States in 1941, being superior to whale oil in every way. It has a high stability since it does not oxidize easily and therefore, can be stored for long periods of time without any artificial preservatives or refrigeration. In this way, pure and free of harmful chemicals that are added to most of the products we use today.

You might have noticed that this oil is present in a large majority of health care or skin-care products  today as a key ingredient, such as shampoos, moisturizers, sun screens and is also commonly used in the cosmetic industry.

Because it is so widely used these products? 

It has many benefits for the skin thanks to its properties. What are the properties that make then? 

And antibacterial and antifungal. Cuts, wounds, bruises can be easily treated with jojoba oil to prevent infection. It encourages the growth of new cells and hence accelerating the healing process. The most significant problems such as rashes, eczema can also be treated with it to calm and soothe the skin in addition to killing germ's potential that could inflame the situation. Any itching caused by a skin rash can be alleviated by the application of jojoba oil as well. 

It helps to treat and combat wrinkles and fine lines on your face. It hydrates the skin so well that in the end, these wrinkles and lines will slowly fade out and have a reduced visibility. If you have stretch marks on your face, jojoba oil can also help fade away. It hydrates the skin very well, especially if you have rough skin. When applied over the skin, jojoba oil quickly penetrates deep into the skin and pores and keeps it moisturized. It is not greasy and therefore, do not cause a " shine " on your skin moisturizers as others do. Extra preservatives and chemicals found in moisturizers are absent in jojoba oil. This makes it an excellent choice for a natural moisturizer. 

Jojoba oil cure acne very effectively. It gives the impression that the skin is already hydrated enough, and sebum that no more should be produced. As you know, the sebum is the main cause of acne, because it clogs the pores and makes it to flash. It also non-comedogenic which means it is safe to use even if you are prone acne as it does not clog the pores, unlike sebum. This means that fewer sebum, fewer breakouts. It also helps a lot with the current condition's acne by killing the bacteria that causes inflammation on the skin. 

For existing acne scars, jojoba oil can help to fade away, because they promote the growth of new cells. These new cells quickly replace old ones, and in the course of time, the scars disappear. Many skin-care products such as moisturizers and lotions contain pH, which is inadequate for the skin. Jojoba oil safely restores a natural pH level of the skin. This makes it a safe and ideal for the skin.

Jojoba oil is extremely safe to use on all skin types, because it is toxic and does not come directly from the seeds from a plant and is hypoallergenic. This means that it does not irritate the skin even if your skin is very sensitive and can be safely used on areas around the eye. This makes it ideal for doing things like removing eye makeup or dark circles disappear. 

And excellent and very effective in reversing the signs of aging. Its rich antioxidant properties help to counteract the effects on free radicals and promote a more youthful appearance. If you want an eye-catching look, jojoba oil that gives healthy shine and gives the appearance of a soft and healthy skin. It does not cause oiliness since it is not greasy.

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