Jojoba Oil
AKA: Simmondsia chinensis oil, Liquid wax
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Jojoba Oil Glycereth-8 Esters is the product obtained by the transesterificaton of Glycereth-8 and Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Family
Simmondsiaceae
Plant Part
Seed
CAS #
92457-12-0, 61789-91-1
Form
Oil
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Used by indigenous peoples of the Sonoran Desert for skin and hair conditioning. Modern cosmetic use began in the 1970s when researchers discovered its similarity to human sebum, making it ideal for skincare products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR