Commonly known as: Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil (I.N.C.I), Jojoba Wax, Desert Gold, Ewe's Nut.
Botanical name: Simmondsia chinensis.
Extraction process: First cold pressing.
Family: Simmondsiaceae.
Extracted part of the plant: Fruit.
Cultivation area, origin: Southern Arizona and California and northwestern Mexico.
Blooming: From March to May.
Origin, provenance: Israel.
Phytochemical composition: Vitamins (A, B, C, D, E, H, K and PP), polyunsaturated fatty acids (linoleic acid, linolenic acid), monounsaturated fatty acids (erucic acid, gadoleic acid, palmitoleic acid, erucic acid, oleic acid, nervonic acid), saturated fatty acids (palmitic acid, behenic acid), long chain unsaturated fatty acid esters (eicosenoic acid, docosenoic acid), long chain alcohols (eicosenol, docosenol, hexacosenol),
Sensory properties: Oily liquid with a waxy phase which can congeal according to the temperature; Odor: Characteristic; Color: Light yellow; Touch: Dry, which penetrates the skin easily.
Physical properties: Quality: 100% pure, virgin and of natural origin ingredients; Density: 0,87 - 0,873; Comedogenicity index: 0; Oxidative potential: Stable; Saponification index: 85 - 98 mgKOH/g.
Concerns: Nourishing, antioxidant, sebum-regulating, moisturizing, regenerating, smoothing, firming, protective.
Effect: Suitable for all skin and hair types, especially for dull, dry, greasy, brittle and dandruff-prone hair, and dry, dull, oily, combination, blemished, sensitive and mature skin.
Face care (day creams, night creams, make-up removers, lip balms, after-shave care); Body care (deodorants, washing oils, balms, milks, hand and foot creams); Hair care (shampoos, care masks, serums, hair conditioners, hair oils)
Stable vegetable oil. Store at room temperature between 10 - 25°C, protect from light and moisture in tightly closed containers. Do not leave near sources of heat and humidity. Store in an opaque glass bottle to slow down the oxidation of the vegetable oil and to preserve its properties.
Jojoba vegetable oil is tolerated by all skin and hair types. It does not present any contraindications. It is suitable for pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as for babies and young children.