Isomerized jojoba oil

AKA: Isomerized Oil

Plant-Derived

Emollient

Skin Conditioner

Plant Oil

Not Clean

OriginDerived from jojoba oil, obtained by cold-pressing seeds of Simmondsia chinensis shrubs native to southwestern North America. Produced through enzymatic intraesterification, which rearranges the natural ester bonds within jojoba oil.

Isomerized Jojoba Oil is a mixture of esters produced by the enzymatic intraesterification of Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Oil (q.v.)

CAS #

-

Form

Oil

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

Dryness

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

Functions

Skin Conditioning

A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Locks In Moisture

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EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Concentration Guide

CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.

CIR · 2007 survey

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR