Characteristics of the Jojoba plant

The jojoba plant, or Simmondsia chinensis, is a woody and evergreen shrub that grows in America, specifically in the southwestern part of the United States. It belongs to the Simmondsiaceae family. It prefers well-drained soils and is tolerant of desert conditions.
The gray-green color of the leaves and the shape of the fruit are reminiscent of the Mediterranean olive. The height of the bush can reach up to 1.5 - 2 meters. Many animals find shelter under its rich foliage, while rodents and birds feed on its fruits.
The plant blooms from March to May. The fruit resulting from the maturation of the flowering contains about 50% oil. This oil shows high resistance to oxidation and stability at high temperatures.

History
There are earlier accounts of the use of the oily fruit by Native Americans, who made a type of beeswax to treat burns, wounds and treat other skin conditions. In later years, in 1770, the systematic cultivation of the plant began.
Thanks to the valuable properties of the fruit and the economic value that its exploitation brings today, in recent decades the cultivation of the jojoba tree has spread to other countries such as Egypt, Israel, India, Australia.
It is considered an essential ingredient in cosmetic and therapeutic products for the face and hair.

Components
Jojoba oil
Chemical composition of jojoba oil
- 40 – 50% oil, high molecular weight monounsaturated fatty acid esters, 11-eicoseneol, 13-eicosineol and 15-tetracosenol.
- Fatty / Carbonic acids: Arachidonic acid, behenic acid, 13.6% erucic acid, lignoceric acid, neuronic acid, 11.2% oleic acid, palmitic acid, palmitate acid, stearic acid.
- Sterols, flavonoids which have been evaluated for their hepatoprotective effect. - 20 – 30% proteins.
- Vitamins and trace elements: Vitamins of the B complex, vitamin E, copper, zinc, 82% iodine, chromium.
- The chemical structure of the oil is similar to the sebum of the human skin.

Instructions for use
- Use jojoba oil in combination with laurel oil as a mask on irritated and dry scalp. Gently massage from roots to ends and leave on for 2 hours. Then wash with warm water.*
Jojoba oil stimulates hair growth, effectively treats dry dandruff by removing scales.
* Contact our pharmacist for the preparation of the mixture.
- As a hair sunscreen. Jojoba oil contains a natural SPF 4 sunscreen ideal for protecting hair from the intense summer sun.
- It is suitable for facial cleansing and makeup remover. Apply a small amount of jojoba oil to the cotton and gently cleanse the face of dirt and make-up.
- Mix rose essential oil in jojoba oil and apply in circular upward motions, on the décolleté, neck and face after evening care.*
Jojoba oil contains B and E vitamins which are known to keep the skin youthful. Combined with rose essential oil, the face manages to delay the signs of aging.
*Contact our pharmacist for the preparation of the mixture.
- Ideal for preparing men's skin before shaving and then as an after shave. Jojoba oil contains iodine and helps prevent irritation and infections after shaving. It is easily absorbed without leaving any greasiness.

Helpful tips
The use of jojoba oil is intended exclusively for external use.
In case of pregnancy and breastfeeding inform your doctor about its use.