Known for its amazing skin-health benefits, Jojobaöl oil is one of the most popular cosmetics in the world today. It is also used in medicines for a wide variety of health concerns. It is derived from the seeds of a shrub native to the southern part of Arizona and northern Mexico.
History
Various parts of the world produce Jojoba as an economic plant. The Tohono O’odham tribe, an indigenous group, first utilized it for hot beverages, skin care and healing. The seeds were ground into a buttery paste and used as a hair conditioner, and for softening animal hides. In addition, they had a surprisingly versatile oil, which they used for burns, sores and other wounds.
Jojoba’s name is derived from the O’odham term for the Jojoba plant’s seeds. It was used for the same reasons as other oily plants, but they did it the Tohono O’odham way, by heating them to a buttery consistency. In doing so, they created a nutrient-rich oil that helped heal burns and sores. This was also used for other purposes, such as creating a cosmetic ingredient for the skin. The same oil was also used for emergency situations.
Constituents
Unlike most oils, jojoba oil is composed of long monounsaturated esters and is not triglyceride. It is valued for its chemical and pharmaceutical applications. However, studies have found that jojoba is toxic and is associated with various adverse effects. The toxicity of jojoba is such that it limits the possibility of conducting clinical trials. In addition, its presence in cosmetics makes it an important ingredient in personal care products. But the quality of jojoba used in these products has not been clarified.
Research has also shown that the fatty acid oxidase (FAO) and fatty acid dehydrogenase (FADH) proteins are present in jojoba. They are biochemically active on very-long-chain fatty alcohols and fatty aldehydes. They can be detected on the wax bodies. They are believed to play an important role in the mobilization of WE.
Cosmetic applications
Various studies have shown that jojoba oil has several good qualities. For example, the emollient properties of the oil have been studied and evaluated. In addition, it is easy to incorporate into cosmetic products. For example, a facial moisturizer using jojoba can help to retain the natural beauty of the skin. Also, it can be blended with other oils, which are commonly used in the production of cosmetic products.
Jojoba oil has a high oxidative stability. In fact, a cosmetic formulation with jojoba oil has been found to have a higher oxidation resistance than those with other substances. Moreover, a fully hydrogenated jojoba oil is also a good lubricant.
Health benefits
Throughout history, the Native Indians of the Southwestern deserts have used jojoba as a healing substance. They would apply it to their skin, hair and scalp to soothe it. They also used it as an appetite suppressant. In fact, they believed that it helped them during childbirth.
Jojoba seeds are essentially similar to large coffee beans. The seeds are a natural source of oil, which can be used as food or as an aromatherapy carrier oil. It is a nut that has a sweet, nutty taste and a golden color.
In addition to being a good skin moisturizer, Jojoba oil is also very effective at killing bacteria. It also has antioxidant properties. In one study, a concentration of 2% jojoba oil reduced blood cholesterol by 40% in rabbits. This reduction was accompanied by a decrease in fat mass and insulin resistance.
