Jojoba Oil's Many Uses

[Edited on 4/23/2010 to add a few more uses]

Jojoba Oil (pronounced "ho-HO-bah") is one of the most versatile and pure products we offer. It is the golden liquid of desert Jojoba shrub. Native to the arid deserts of the United States and Mexico, Jojoba's basic molecular structure is very similar to sebum, our skin's own natural oil. It absorbs quickly into the skin so there is no greasy feeling after using it. This is truly a 100% natural product and has no scent whatsoever. I also just learned that Jojoba Oil isn't really an oil at all but it is actually a liquid wax. They only call it an "oil" because it is easier to relate to since it looks more like an "oil" than a "wax". You can even eat it if you want to but I don't recommend it since it is non-digestible. You will only need a tiny drop or two of this golden elixir in most applications so it is a good thing that this stuff never goes bad. That is probably due to the fact that this oil has natural anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties and does not go rancid like other oils.

Here are just a few things you can do with it:

1. CUTICLE TREATMENT: Take a few drops and massage into your cuticles. Push back your cuticles and enjoy the soft, supple feeling your fingers are now experiencing. If you use it on a regular basis, your nails will become stronger and healthier too.
   
2. CONDITIONER BOOST: Add a few drops to your hair conditioner for an extra boost of moisture.
   
3. HOT OIL TREATMENT: Heat a small portion (I have short hair and use about a teaspoon) or heat the bottle in a bowl of hot water. Apply it to dry hair and massage into the scalp. Cover with a warm, damp towel for 15 minutes then shampoo as usual.
   
4. DE-FRIZZER: Got those pesky flyaway hairs? Smooth them down with a touch oil into the palms of your hands and rub the ends of your hair to keep it soft and sleek.
   
5. MOISTURIZER: Apply a few drops onto your skin -- even your face -- and let it absorb into your skin. You can even add it to your lotion to give it an extra boost of hydrating power.
   
6. LIP BALM: Rub a drop onto your lips for a natural and scent free smile.
   
7. MASSAGE: A little will go a long way and it makes a great massage oil. Add your own essential oil to it for a great scented massage.
   
8. MAKEUP REMOVER: I have read that you can use it to remove all makeup including that tough to remove eye makeup too. Sensaria has their own great Eye Makeup Remover but hey if you already have this versatile product then why not use it instead? So, just Soak a cotton pad or ball and gently wipe your makeup away. An added bonus is that you are moisturizing your skin and eye lashes too!
   
9. SHAVING: Why not rub this on your skin before you apply your shaving cream. It will leave your skin nice and smooth and help prevent razor burn too. Or, if you have our Sweet & Smooth around then use that instead as the exfoliation really helps.
   

Let me know if there is another use for it that I didn't include here! Also, you might want to check out our Monthly Specials since it is included with our Styling Gel at a discount.