Jojoba oil is derived from the seeds of the jojoba shrub.The oil accounts for 50% of the jojoba seed and is extracted by cold-pressing, a process that helps maintain the rich nutritional value of the oil. Jojoba oil contains oodles of vitamins, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory properties, but what sets it apart from the others is that itâ??s technically not an oil, but a wax ester.
Jojoba oil is loaded with antioxidants, such as vitamins A and E, and omega-6 fatty acids, which are essential components of the skin's barrier. It also acts as a humectant, meaning it works to retain moisture in the skin, beneficial in the usage of dermatological creams for eczema and psoriasis. The vitamins and minerals found in jojoba oil (vitamins B and C, zinc, copper) provide nourishment to the hair and help keep it thick and growing.