Jojoba oil – Beauty benefits & uses

My skin has recently been reeping the rewards of Jojaba oil. I add a little to my soaps and my night serum. Since it’s so widely accessible I thought I’d share a little about its benefits and uses. I’m all on for affordable ways to improve  my skin.
What is Jojoba?
Jojoba is a liquid wax obtained from the seeds of a Mexican shrub. Native Americans once used it to heal wounds. Now it’s mainly used for beauty purposes.
The benefits of Jojoba

• It’s gentle and non-irritating
• The composition of Jojoba is similar to skins natural sebum so it absorbs quickly leaving no residue
• Non greasy
• Prevents the skin from becoming too oily
• Reduces sebum production which is great for acne sufferers.
• Very moisturising, improves the skins condition
• Promotes healing
• Contains antimicrobial properties which prevent the growth of many bacterias and fungus
• Allergic reaction is very rare.
• Doesn’t clog pores
• Suitable for sensitive skin
• Acts as an environmental barrier for the skin
• Contains Vitamin E, B complex, chromium, zinc, iodine and copper

The uses for Jojoba

• Excellent moisturiser: Makes an excellent non-irritating moisturiser. It doesn’t evaporate like water based moisturisers. Use it alone or add to your own  moisturiser.
• Anti Acne - reduces sebum production and antibacterial
• Hair conditioner: use it on its own or mix a few drops of jojoba oil into your conditioner. It can be added to dry hair to make it shiny. Jojoba moisturises the scalp, helping prevent dandruff.
• Lip Balm: Use at night on the lips
• Make-up Remover: Doesn’t irritate or clog pores
• Treatment: For acne,sensitive skin, psoriasis, eczema and dermatitis
• Shaving: Helps prevent razor burn whilst nourishing the skin
• Soap: Use a few drops in homemade soap or add a little into a liquid soap
• Massage oil: Use a small amount, it won’t clog your pores

I picked a bottle of Jojoba from my local Natures Way shop. I recommend a certified organic variety to avoid pesticides.