Jojoba Oil

Jojoba Oil (INCI Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil) is technically a liquid wax ester rather than a triglyceride — the only common carrier of that class. Dominated by gadoleic acid at 65–75%, it resists oxidation far longer than triglyceride oils and closely resembles human sebum in structure. Universally compatible with other carriers and essential oils. Used across all skin and hair types, premium facial serums, scalp treatments, beard oils and cuticle care.

• Also known as: Jojoba Oil, Jojoba Wax, Goat Nut Oil, Simmondsia Oil
• Botanical name: Simmondsia chinensis
• Plant part used: Seed
• INCI name: Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil
• Extraction: Cold-pressed, Unrefined (virgin) — golden colour; refined available in clear/white
• Form: Carrier oil (liquid)
• Appearance: Golden yellow (unrefined); colourless (refined); Mild, faintly nutty (unrefined); odourless (refined)
• Grade: Cosmetic-grade
• Origin: India
• Shelf-life: 36–60 months · below 25 °C · tightly sealed — exceptional stability

Key benefits

• Gadoleic acid / Eicosenoic acid (C20:1) (65–75%) — Primary wax ester — technically not a triglyceride; sebum-identical structure
• Erucic acid (C22:1) (12–18%) — Long-chain wax ester — adds to film-forming and stability
• Oleic acid (C18:1) (5–12%) — Emollient contribution
• Gondoic acid (C20:1 alt) (5–8%) — Wax ester structural component

How to use

• 2–10% in emulsions
• 10–30% in facial oil serums
• 50–100% as standalone carrier or massage base

FAQs

What are the primary formulation applications of Jojoba Oil?
Most buyers use it at 2–10% in emulsions; 10–30% in facial oil serums; 50–100% as standalone carrier or massage base. As with any new carrier oil, pilot-test in your specific base before committing to a full production run.

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