Jojoba Seed Oil is nature’s closest match to your skin’s own oils. It balances, hydrates, protects, and soothes—all without clogging pores or causing breakouts. Whether your skin is oily, dry, sensitive, or mature, jojoba is a universal ally in the quest for healthy, glowing skin.

What is Jojoba Seed Oil?

Despite being called an "oil," jojoba oil is actually a liquid plant wax extracted from the seeds of the jojoba shrub, native to the deserts of the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico. Its molecular structure closely mimics human sebum, making it one of the most skin-compatible oils available.

How is Jojoba Seed Oil used in skincare?

Jojoba oil is used across a wide range of skincare products:

• Cleansers (as an oil cleanser or part of a cleansing balm)
• Moisturizers
• Facial oils and serums
• Acne treatments
• Lip balms and body butters
• Makeup removers
• Scalp and hair treatments

It's commonly used pure (100% jojoba oil) or blended with essential oils or actives for targeted skincare.

What are the benefits of Jojoba Seed Oil for your complexion and skin microbiome?

Jojoba oil is a microbiome-friendly superstar. It hydrates, calms, protects, and balances your skin in a way that encourages healthy microbial diversity, all while keeping the barrier strong and resilient. While jojoba isn’t a direct prebiotic, its role in supporting moisture and lipid balance creates an environment where commensal (good) microbes like Staphylococcus epidermidis and Cutibacterium acnes can coexist peacefully. Let’s take a closer look at all of its benefits:

• Balances Oil Production: Because it so closely resembles sebum, jojoba oil sends a signal to the skin that it doesn't need to produce excess oil—making it excellent for both oily and acne-prone skin. Even better? It’s also non-comedogenic and lightweight. This makes it extremely non-disruptive to the skin barrier and its microbial balance. Unlike harsher oils or synthetic moisturizers, jojoba supports the native lipid layer where beneficial microbes thrive.
• Deep Hydration Without Greasiness: Jojoba is a natural emollient—it softens and moisturizes the skin by penetrating deeply without clogging pores. It also helps to prevent transepidermal water loss (TEWL), restore suppleness and soften dry or flaky patches.
• Strengthens the Skin Barrier: By strengthening the skin’s lipid barrier (thanks to wax esters and omega-9s), jojoba oil keeps the skin's environment ideal for beneficial bacteria. A healthy barrier protects against environmental aggressors, which could otherwise lead to microbiome imbalance (dysbiosis).
• Rich in Antioxidants: Jojoba oil contains natural forms of vitamin E, B-complex vitamins, and trace minerals like zinc and copper that protect skin from oxidative stress and promote skin repair.
• Soothes Inflammation & Irritation: Its calming, anti-inflammatory properties make it ideal for eczema, rosacea, psoriasis, windburn or sunburn and after-shaving or waxing.
• Supports Wound Healing: Studies show jojoba can accelerate wound closure and stimulate collagen synthesis, thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
• Fights Breakouts: Jojoba oil has antibacterial and antifungal effects, helping reduce acne-causing bacteria without stripping or irritating the skin.