Jojoba ~ Books of Shadows

Jojoba

simmondsia chinensis

Jojoba is very similar in composition.
to human natural skin oils
It penetrates the skin rapidly to nourish it;
softens and moisturizesmature and dry skin.
Jojoba helps to heal inflamed skin conditions
such as psoriasis or any form of dermatitis,
helps control acne and oily scalps.
Since it has antioxidant properties,
it can keep other oils from going rancid.

Pure jojoba, the extract of seeds produced
by the jojoba plant which is expeller pressed, once.
No solvents are used during this process.
Jojoba is sometimes called "jojoba oil"
when it is actually an extract;
it's not an oil at all but a liquid wax ester.
Pure jojoba is pasteurized and then
filtered to prevent bacteria growth.
Jojoba can be decolored and deodorized.
Pure jojoba is a beautiful
golden amber with its own aroma,
which will vary slightly from one crop year
to the next and does not contain
fillers, stabilizers, enhancers or preservatives.
It does contain the seed's anti-oxidants,
non-allergenic is and won't stain linens or clothing.
It is highly concentrated,
don't apply it like a lotion
Put a small drop on the back
of your hand and massage it
in until you learn how much works for you.
It's gentle enough for newborn babies;
soothes and restores elasticity to any dry skin area
It's very good in cases of psoriasis,
for massage and aromatherapy,
scalp and hair care, and for hands and cuticles.
For shaving legs and faces, just moisten
the skin and massage a generous amount
of pure jojoba deeply into the area to be shaved,
then rinse your razor with hot water.
May be used full strength or in 10% dilution.