Vegetable oils are essential components of natural cosmetics for the face, body and hair, the range of application of which is very wide. They are perfectly perceived and absorbed by the tissues of our body, since the composition of the oils is similar to the composition of the skin fat. A special place in cosmetology among many of their varieties is jojoba oil.
Jojoba - what is it?
Jojoba, or Chinese simmondsya, is an evergreen shrub that grows wild in the desert regions of North America and is widely cultivated in Mexico, the United States, Australia, Argentina and other countries. This is a powerful branching plant, at a height of 2 meters or more, having jagged leaves of ovoid form. It blooms with small greenish flowers, devoid of petals. Jojoba fruits are nuts with a solid triangular shell of a yellowish brown color and a fleshy light flesh that sweetens to taste, with a light aroma.
From seed-nuts in industrial conditions, the method of cold pressing produces the most valuable - jojoba oil. It is a thick, transparent substance with a yellowish-golden hue, odorless, which has a liquid consistency in the heat, and when it falls, it hardens like a smale, losing its transparency. In fact, it's not butter, but jojoba wax, characterized by a light, low-fat texture.
Jojoba oil - composition
The product in question in liquid form can be purchased at pharmacies and stores. In addition, Jojoba wax beads are prepared, prepared by hydrogenation (curing), which are added to various homemade cosmetics. A careful study of the composition and cosmetic properties of this oil began in the 70s of last century. It turned out that it is very close in biochemical composition to spermaceti, a unique substance extracted earlier from the frontal part of whale-sperm whales. Jojoba oil does not contain triglycerides, its main components are:
- fatty acids (oleic, gadoleinic, erucic, palmitic, palmitoleic, nerve, behenic);
- esters of fatty acids;
- amino acids;
- vitamin E;
- collagen;
- carotenoids.
A unique composition that does not repeat any of the other known vegetable oils, in addition to its beneficial properties, provides high stability of jojoba oil to light rays, heating, oxidation. This product does not spoil for a long time, does not rancid, remains without any additives and does not lose its qualities, therefore it can serve as a preservative for perishable cosmetic preparations.
Jojoba oil - properties
Cosmetic jojoba oil is a universal remedy suitable for everyone and helps to cope with many imperfections of the exterior. Even those women who often have allergic reactions, you can safely apply this product to preserve the beauty and health of the skin, hair, eyelashes and so on. Let's list the main properties of wax, extracted from jojoba:
- anti-inflammatory;
- antimicrobial;
- antioxidant;
- regenerating;
- moisturizing;
- protective;
- rejuvenating;
- cleansing and others.
Jojoba oil for face
Widespread use of this oil found in the field of skin care face. Its delicate texture favors rapid absorption, while neither greasy gloss nor the feeling of a sticky film on the face remains. This product is not mediocene, that is, it does not clog pores and allows the skin to breathe freely, while retaining the natural moisture of the tissues. Use jojoba oil around the eyes, for the perioral region, the lips and for the rest of the face.
This means helps to increase the elasticity and elasticity of the skin, makes it soft, smooth. Many women use jojoba oil for the face against wrinkles, but it is recommended to use it for many other problems:
- increased fat content of the skin;
- acne ;
- postakne ;
- dry, flaky and dehydrated skin;
- a dull face;
- swelling.
In addition, jojoba can be used as a sunscreen with increased sensitivity of the skin to ultraviolet and before sunburn. Thanks to powerful natural filters, the skin will not blush and burn, and will not yet lose moisture in the sun. In the cold season, the applied oil will perfectly protect against airing and hypothermia, prevent cracking and peeling.
Jojoba oil for body
Experts advise applying jojoba oil to the skin of the whole body, which will help maintain a normal level of hydration, elasticity and elasticity of the skin, its tightening, removal of striae . Thanks to the regular application of the product on the skin of the neck, décolletage, and hands, which is particularly vulnerable to age-related processes, the body will look younger and attractive longer.
Jojoba oil perfectly copes with dryness and roughness of tissues on the knees, elbows, palms, feet. In addition, it helps in the fight against cellulite skin changes. It should be used both with existing problems, and as a preventive measure, especially during pregnancy, after childbirth, with rapid weight loss. It is believed that in benefits and joints, if it is used as a massage.
Jojoba oil for hair
Effective use of wax from jojoba seeds for hair. It perfectly nourishes and moisturizes the hairs from the roots to the tips, restores their structure, works well on the scalp, eliminates dandruff and prevents its appearance. In addition, the components of its composition can normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands. Indications for the use of this tool are:
- increased greasiness of the scalp;
- dry and lifeless strands;
- damage to the head of hear due to chemical wave, clarification, thermal effects;
- rare hair, devoid of volume;
- loss and slow growth of curls;
- seborrhea ;
- split ends.
Jojoba oil for eyelashes
With such problems as loss, fragility and poor growth of cilia, jojoba oil in its pure form works wonders. Applying it along the edge line of the eyelids, you can not only energize the follicles and strengthen the eyelashes , but also awaken those bulbs that are in the phase of sleep. Thanks to this, the volume of cilia considerably increases, they become somewhat longer and darker, giving a look of expressiveness. This oil perfectly copes with the removal of makeup from the eyes and eyelashes, while also providing a caring effect.
Jojoba Oil - Application
There are many ways how to use jojoba oil, how to use it for making home cosmetics. You can apply it without mixing with other components, but in this case, do not put it daily, which is due to the high activity and density of this product. Let's consider some efficient methods of using oil from jojoba nuts.
Jojoba oil in pure form
Often this product is applied undiluted only locally or pointwise to areas where the skin is very dry, rough, dense, performing such procedures no more than once or twice a week. Especially careful use of jojoba oil for the face in its pure form, which is done with deep wrinkles, inflammatory elements. In this case, it is applied to the cleansed skin as a mask (using a brush) or application (soak a cotton cloth and apply to the skin), and after a quarter of an hour it is washed off with water.
Face masks with jojoba oil
Jojoba oil from wrinkles
Ingredients:
- jojoba oil - 1 table. a spoon;
- liquid honey - 1 teaspoonful. a spoon;
- cream or fatty sour cream - 1 teaspoonful. a spoon;
- chicken yolk - 1 pc.
Preparation and use
- In a water bath, heat the mixture of oil and honey.
- Add other components.
- Apply to the skin.
- After 20 minutes wash off.
Jojoba wax for oily and acne prone skin
Ingredients:
- jojoba oil - 1 table. a spoon;
- tincture of calendula - 0.5 table. spoons;
- lavender - 2 drops;
- white or blue clay - 1 table. a spoon;
- boiled water - 1 table. a spoon.
Preparation and use
- Dilute clay in warm water.
- Add the remaining components.
- Apply to the skin.
- Wash off with water after drying mixture.
Jojoba oil for dry skin
Ingredients:
- fatty cottage cheese - 1 table. a spoon;
- Jojoba oil is a table. a spoon;
- carrot juice freshly squeezed - 1 teaspoonful. a spoon.
Preparation and use
- Mix carrot juice with cottage cheese.
- Warm up the oil in a water bath and attach to the mixture.
- Apply to face.
- Wash off after 15 minutes.
Hair mask with jojoba oil
Prescription mask with jojoba oil for dry and damaged hair
Ingredients:
- jojoba oil - 2 table. spoons;
- honey melted - 1 table. a spoon;
- yolk of one egg;
- ether neroli or sandalwood - 2 drops.
Preparation and use
- Warm up the oil in a water bath.
- Add the rest of the components.
- Apply mass to the root part, distribute along the entire length of the curls.
- Warm, hold for 30-40 minutes, then wash off.
Recipe for a mask for greasy hair
Ingredients:
- avocados - 1 piece;
- lemon juice - 2 table. spoons;
- jojoba oil - 1 table spoon.
Preparation and use
- Crush the pulp of avocado with lemon juice.
- Add the oil.
- Apply to slightly moistened hair, warm it.
- Wash off after an hour.
Cream with jojoba oil
The skin of hands, exposed daily to the effects of temperature changes, ultraviolet light, hard water, household chemicals, etc., needs daily protection, make-up and moisturizing. With these tasks, jojoba oil for hands effectively manages, on the basis of which it is possible to prepare various caregivers. Here is one recipe suitable for daily use.
Home Cream
Ingredients:
- jojoba oil - a quarter of a glass;
- emulsion wax - a quarter of a glass;
- water 50 ml;
- essential oil of patchouli - 15 drops;
- essential oil of incense - 15 drops.
Preparation and use
- Combine the wax and jojoba oil, preheat in a water bath until a liquid phase is obtained.
- Connect the essential oils.
- Warm the water to a temperature of about 40-50 degrees, add to the mass.
- Stir thoroughly, place the composition in a jar of glass and cool.
- Apply to clean hands.