Jojoba oil is a nutrient rich natural oil that is great for hair and skin. Over the years, jojoba oil has been increasingly used in cosmetics, soaps and hair conditioners.  There are numerous health benefits the oil offers. Jojoba oil has amazing healing properties. This oil will leave the skin feeling refreshed after massage. It not only soothes away muscle aches and pains, but it will speed heeling of scars or abrasions on the skin, making it more comfortable and easier to move freely. It is non-greasy and feels light on the skin. It's natural feel allows the therapist to apply and massage easily. It also hydrates dry, flaky skin with deep penetrating fatty acids and nourishing vitamins that helps to keep skin feeling soft and smooth.

The different species of plants have been discovered through research over the years, but the jojoba plant and its extracted oil is the only one that comes close to resembling the oils our body excretes naturally. The fact that it is so close to human sebum means the scalp on our head will not react badly with the oil. The natural balance is maintained on the top of our head and that’s why jojoba oil is so good for hair as well as for your beard.

Since jojoba oil regulates the production of sebum, which causes acne, its use can help reduce further breakouts. Because it is very similar to sebum, it does not clog pores and will even help to clean out build-up of dead skin cells around pores that lead to acne. The vitamin E present in the oil contains anti-oxidants that help remove damaged cells and help new ones grow, therefore fading acne scars.  When used as a conditioner will help to eliminate dandruff. Often times, dandruff is caused by a dry scalp. Using jojoba oil helps to moisturize the scalp, thereby preventing dandruff. Simply, massage the oil into your head half an hour before washing your hair. Afterwards, shampoo as usual.

Jojoba oil contains Linoleic acid and other antioxidants that aid in skin and cell regeneration.  This is especially important to those of us who have struggled or are struggling with hair loss issues.  With our body regenerating cells, this allows our scalp to grow new, strong and healthy hairs, which contributes to the overall health, volume and lustre of our hair. Most people forget to exfoliate but this can lead to aged and wrinkled skin. Use a few drops of jojoba oil, emulsify with water, massage face using a muslin cloth then rinse well with clean water. This is a gentle way of exfoliating – you can do this once a week. Jojoba oil improves the look and health of skin, especially in regards to fine lines and texture.

Although a topical product won’t solve the underlying health issues which lead to eczema and psoriasis, jojoba oil is a favorite among people looking for relief from these conditions. Jojoba oil works well to treat the dry, scaly skin typical of eczema, and is a favorite of many eczema-prone natural beauties even when they’re not in the middle of a flare-up.Flaky skin is especially helped by jojoba oil.

 

 

..Divya