Previously, animal wax, spermaceti, was used in the industry to prepare cosmetics. They were obtained from such rare animals as sperm whales. This barbaric method was finally banned, and other substitutes had to be found to replace the animal ingredient.
And then we paid attention to such a plant as Chinese Simmondsia (Simmondsie chinensis). Since ancient times, a unique oil has been extracted from its fruits, which has many healing properties, especially for the skin. The oil is so ancient and valuable that it was even found in the Egyptian tombs of the pharaohs.
Now jojoba is the most valuable base oil in the preparation of cosmetics and is included in many cosmetic products for face, hair and body care.
What is especially valuable is that this oil can be successfully used in home cosmetology. And all this is thanks to its unique properties, which we will introduce you to in this article.
What is jojoba oil
Although this substance is commonly called oil, it is actually a liquid plant wax. It is obtained, as we said, from the fruits of the low-growing evergreen shrub Simmondsia sinensis, which grows in the desert areas of Arizona, California, and Mexico.
Jojoba oil is produced by cold pressing the nuts, which contain about 50% of this substance. It does not emit a noticeable odor, has a golden hue and hardens at a temperature of 0°, taking on the appearance of wax. This wax does not lose its properties for a long time and can even serve as a preservative for other substances included in cosmetic products. It contains a large amount of ceramides, so the product is resistant to heat and oxidation.
Vegetable wax (or oil) is truly unique in its composition. It resembles human sebum and is therefore easily absorbed, saturating our skin with proteins, vitamins (antioxidant E), fatty acids and many other beneficial components.
According to cosmetologists, jojoba is an ideal remedy for moisturizing, nourishing, softening, rejuvenating and healing our skin. What is especially valuable is that the oil contains many amino acids and proteins and is similar in composition to the collagen of our skin, which, as we know, provides it with firmness and elasticity. What’s also great is that this oil is hypoallergenic and can be used for sensitive and even children’s skin.
How does natural jojoba wax affect the skin?
This unique oil is suitable for any skin type and solves a variety of problems in maintaining its beauty and health.
What skin problems does vegetable wax solve:
- having a regenerating effect, it helps skin cells to quickly recover and renew themselves, thereby preserving its youth;
— the wax penetrates deep enough inside and creates a kind of barrier there, retaining moisture inside the cells and protecting it from dehydration;
- eliminates;
- helps maintain elasticity of aging skin;
- fights the appearance of wrinkles and smoothes them out;
- soothes sensitive skin prone to irritation and redness;
- helps on problem skin and prevents the appearance of new inflammations;
- has a therapeutic effect on many skin diseases (eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis and neurodermatitis);
- successfully used to care for the skin around the eyes, smoothes out crow's feet, nourishes and moisturizes the eyelids;
— smoothes the surface of the epidermis and improves its color;
- Helps the skin better absorb vitamin D;
- eliminates weathering and cracks;
- helps men relieve skin irritation after shaving.
How to properly apply facial oil
You will come across a lot of advice that jojoba oil can be used in its pure, undiluted form, applying it all over the face; sometimes it is recommended to remove makeup with it. Take these recommendations with caution, as natural jojoba oil has a thick consistency and, in strong concentrations, can affect the skin differently, as everyone's skin is different. It is better to stick to the golden mean and use it as a base, diluting it with other ingredients.
1 rule. In its pure undiluted form, jojoba is used in exceptional cases. For example, on acne-affected or flaky skin areas. These areas are lubricated in spots several times a day.
Rule 2., the oil is diluted with other cosmetic oils in a 1:2 ratio (for example, with rosehip, grape or almond oil). At the same time, it is allowed to carefully drive undiluted product into the crow's feet, but with caution.
Rule 3. If you want to completely lubricate your entire face with oil, dilute it with lighter ones in a ratio of 1:2 or 1:3. Grapeseed oil, peach, apricot, almond or rosehip oil are suitable here.
Rule 4. Vegetable wax enhances hair growth, so if you have fuzz or whiskers on your face, use this product in doses (concentration no higher than 10%) and with caution!
Rule 5. Include jojoba in homemade masks and oil mixtures for any skin type; it is suitable for almost any recipe, but do not exceed the specified dosages.
Rule 6 This oil is often used. Do this carefully so as not to cause irritation to the skin and mucous membranes. But what is valuable is that as a result of such procedures, your eyelashes will become noticeably thicker and may even darken.
Rule 7 The oil fights wrinkles well and prevents their formation, as it easily penetrates deep into the skin and activates metabolic processes in cells. You can simply apply a cotton pad soaked with this vegetable wax or any oil mixture based on it to deep wrinkles and folds several times a day.
Recipes for masks and oil mixtures with jojoba
In masks, jojoba oil is the basic fatty base and you can use it to prepare many cosmetic masks or enrich ready-made products. You can add the oil to any creams, lotions or shampoos that you usually use. This will significantly enhance their beneficial effects. Dosage: take about 10 ml of jojoba oil per 50 ml of product.
Homemade masks and oil balms, based on natural wax, will help you solve any skin problems, as we have already discussed above. They can be used both during the day and at night.
Masks for daily care of different skin types
Fluid mask for normal skin type
If you want to get a light nourishing composition for daily care of your face, add olive oil or cosmetic grape seed oil in a 1:1 ratio to jojoba as a base. If you are not allergic to essential oils, enrich the composition of the fluid with 1-2 drops of lemon or orange esters.
Nourishing mask for any skin type
Take ½ cup of milk and heat it. Stir 1 tablespoon of jojoba in milk and add 2 drops each of lavender, sandalwood and bergamot esters. Soak a gauze napkin in the resulting mixture and apply it to your face for 8-10 minutes, this is enough for the necessary substances to get into the skin. Repeat the procedures 2 times a week in courses of 1-2 months.
Mask for nourishing dry skin
For this mask, take: 1 spoon of oil base, 2 spoons of freshly squeezed carrot juice and the same amount of full-fat cottage cheese. Mix all ingredients well and apply to face and neck for 20 minutes. Remove any remaining residue with a damp cloth and rinse your face with cool water. The course of such masks for dryness: 2-3 times a week for a month.
Daily oil care for dry skin
You can follow a very simple path to relieve dry skin. Apply jojoba oil diluted with warm water to it every evening. Ratio: 6 parts oil – 1 part water. There is no need to wash your face after the procedure until your morning cleansing.
Oil balm against dryness and wilting
To prevent the skin from drying out and wilting ahead of time, use an oil mixture of a mixture of jojoba oils and rosehip oil in a 2:1 ratio. Apply this mixture to your face twice a day, morning and evening.
Mask for dry skin
This composition copes well with dryness: for 1 spoon of base, take the same amount of peach oil and add 2-3 drops of chamomile essential oil. Apply to face for 20 minutes. There is no need to rinse off the composition. Do not forget that masks must be used in a course or alternated with each other.
Mask for sensitive skin
Sensitive skin requires a special approach. Jojoba is gentle on the skin, but it is better to dilute it with a vegetable that is beneficial for the skin, such as cucumber. Mix 1 tablespoon of grated fresh cucumber and 1 tablespoon of oil. Keep the mask on your face for 20 minutes and carefully remove with a damp cloth. Repeat these procedures regularly, at least once a week.
After shave mask
This recipe is perfect for men who often experience skin irritation after shaving. Mix jojoba oil and rose oil in 1:1 proportions. This mixture will soothe irritated skin if used regularly.
Masks for problem skin with vegetable wax
Balm for oily and acne-prone skin
This recipe soothes inflamed skin and helps cope with excess sebum secretion. Take 2 tablespoons of jojoba and add 2-3 drops of tea tree and lavender essential oils. Apply the resulting balm onto problem areas of the skin 2-3 times a day. Gradually, the inflammation will go away, the acne will dry out, and the skin will become less oily.
Anti-flaking lotion
To prepare this remedy, take 2 tablespoons of the oil base and mix with ¼ cup of warm chamomile infusion. Mix the composition well and wipe pre-cleaned skin with it 2 times a day. Store in the refrigerator. Tip: To prepare a decoction, brew 2 tablespoons of dry chamomile with a glass of boiling water and simmer in a water bath for 30 minutes. Then strain. You can freeze the excess infusion into cubes to rub on your face in the morning.
Oil mask for skin inflammation
Mix 1 tablespoon each of jojoba and avocado oil. Add 2 drops of sandalwood, chamomile and orange esters to the oil mixture. Apply the mask to problem areas or the entire face for 15-20 minutes. After the procedure, wash with warm water.
Face rejuvenation masks with jojoba oil
Firming mask
To prepare this anti-aging mask for the face, neck and décolleté, you will need 6 ingredients, although they can be reduced slightly, with the exception of the oil base itself.
Mash the pulp of one banana and add whipped chicken protein to it, as well as 1 tablespoon each of honey, white clay and natural yogurt. Finally, add a tablespoon of jojoba. Mix all ingredients thoroughly and apply to skin for half an hour. Several such procedures will make your skin fresh and tightened.
Face contour tightening mask
This recipe will help nourish, moisturize and tighten aging skin, making it fresher and younger.
Take dry peas, slightly soak and chop them, mix with warm water until a paste forms. Add the oil base to the peas - 2 teaspoons and pour in the olive oil - 1-2 tablespoons. The mixture should be thick enough so as not to spread over the skin. Apply it to the face and neck area for 20 minutes. Then wash your face with lukewarm water. Make these masks regularly to get a lasting effect.
Rejuvenating mask for face and neck
The composition of this mask perfectly nourishes aging skin and restores its youth if these procedures are carried out regularly.
Take 1 chicken yolk, 2 teaspoons each of raw yeast and turmeric powder and the same amount of oil base. Whisk everything until smooth and apply the mixture to your face and neck. Leave for 15-20 minutes and wash with lukewarm water. Course: 10-12 masks.
Mask with lifting effect
Take 2 teaspoons of base and add 2 drops each of patchouli, sandalwood and chamomile essential oils. The mask is ready. Apply the composition in a thin layer to the skin and hold for 15-20 minutes. Be careful with ethers, they should not cause you allergies. If the skin is dry and the composition is completely absorbed, then you can not wash your face after the procedure. For oily skin, just blot the skin with a paper towel or wash with cool water.
Mask for skin elasticity with jojoba
To prepare this mask, take chicken yolk, 1 teaspoon each of honey and lemon juice. Mix everything and add 1 tablespoon of base (jojoba oil). You will get a creamy mass, apply it to the skin of your face and neck and hold for 15-20 minutes. Remove any residue with a tissue and rinse your face with water.
Mask against wrinkles on the face and décolleté
Age is revealed not only by wrinkles on the face, but also on the neck and décolleté. Therefore, be sure to nourish this skin with similar formulations. For this recipe you need to take equal amounts (1 tablespoon each) of jojoba oil, honey, and natural yogurt. Then add the same amount of cosmetic clay and mix everything thoroughly. Apply the resulting mass to the face and décolleté and leave for 25-30 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water and apply a moisturizer if necessary, as the clay can make the skin feel tight.
Jojoba oil for the skin around the eyes
Oil mixture for eyelids
Mix equal amounts of jojoba oil and peach oil (or rosehip oil). Apply the composition to the skin around the eyes, following the rules: do not go into the eyelash area and do not apply to the upper eyelid. You can do light tapping in the corners of the eyes and on the bone of the eye socket. After 10 minutes, remove excess oil with a damp cloth.
Note: you can use the oil mixture to remove makeup from the eyelids; to do this, apply cotton pads soaked in oil to your eyes for a few seconds and then carefully remove mascara and shadows. Rinse with warm water.
Anti-crow's feet mask
Jojoba is an excellent remedy for combating the appearance of wrinkles around the eyes, and most often they appear in the outer corners: the so-called “crow's feet”. For this mask, mix a teaspoon each of jojoba and avocado oils and add a couple of drops of anise or fennel to this mixture. Apply this mixture to the skin at the outer corners of the eyes 1-2 times a day. In a week, you will see how the skin of your eyelids has tightened and wrinkles have smoothed out.
Masks and lip balms
Lip mask
A mask with jojoba and essential oils of mint or lemon balm will give your lips freshness and bright color. Add 2-3 drops of these esters to the base and lubricate your lips daily.
Lip balm with jojoba and cocoa
You can make your own lip balm instead of store-bought, put it in jars and store it in the refrigerator. Melt 10 g of beeswax and 5 g of cocoa butter in a water bath. Add 2-3 tablespoons of jojoba oil. For enrichment and aroma, add a couple of drops of aromatic oils, such as vanilla.
Mask for dry lips
With the onset of cold weather, our lips can become chapped, dry and crack, since the skin on them is very thin and delicate. Our advice: rub a small amount of jojoba mixed with rose oil every evening.
Jojoba lip scrub
To gently cleanse your lips of old epidermal cells, take a little granulated sugar and add a little butter. A thick paste should form. Massage your lips with this mixture and rinse with warm water.
Watch this video on using jojoba oil on the face. Here are tips and recipes for masks with this oil.
Today on the shelves of cosmetic stores you can find many products that contain jojoba oil. At the same time, few people think about what kind of component it is. Jojoba is a small nut containing about 50 percent viscous liquid similar to wax. Jojoba fruits, which have many beneficial properties, are mined in hot countries with arid climates. The fruits are collected by hand and then processed by pressing. As a result of processing nuts, an extremely valuable and healthy oil is obtained, widely used in perfumery, cooking, medicine and, of course, in cosmetology.
Benefits of jojoba oil for facial skin
We should start with the fact that the product contains a huge variety of proteins and proteins. The amino acids that form the protein structures of the oil are very similar to the structure of the collagen protein, which is the main ingredient in cosmetic products with a rejuvenating and firming effect. As a result of using such perfumes, the skin regains its former elasticity and firmness, regenerating wrinkles.
Rejuvenation as a result of the interaction of essential oil with the skin occurs due to its saturation with vitamin E. And since this vitamin promotes cell restoration, the rejuvenation effect can be noticed actually after using the composition for the first or second time.
Almost every woman knows that wrinkles form due to dry, flaky skin. Jojoba penetrates deeply into the inner layers and creates small film-like membranes at the cellular level. It is this membrane protection that allows you to retain moisture and avoid drying out the skin.
It is also worth noting the anti-inflammatory properties of the component, which allow the use of products with jojoba oil to treat various skin diseases. Among such diseases are: acne, dermatitis, psoriasis and the like.
You can also specify a number of factors that are affected by jojoba when applied to the face:
- age-related skin changes, the appearance of wrinkles, sagging and general exhaustion;
- irritation and softening of sensitive skin - this is why nut oil is included in almost every shaving product;
- acne and various rashes, including eczema. Moreover, the remedy is not only capable of curing existing
- lesions, but also to prevent the appearance of new foci of inflammation;
- moisturizes, nourishes and strengthens the delicate skin around the eyes;
- evens out the overall color of the skin and also prevents excessive pigmentation as a result of tanning;
- Jojoba is often used as a means of eyebrow correction, as well as for the treatment of chapped and chapped lips.
How to apply jojoba cosmetic oil to your face
Since the oil is more like wax, having a thick consistency, it is recommended to apply it only locally - this applies to the product in its pure form. In this way, only those areas of the facial skin that need treatment or correction can be treated. For example, rashes or pimples that you want to get rid of as soon as possible. Or local exfoliation of the skin as a result of frostbite or other external influences.
It is not recommended to use pure oil to treat the area around the eyes. In this case, you should dilute the product with another, less strong essential oil, for example rosehip, in a ratio of one to two. Such measures must be observed in order to avoid allergic reactions that may occur when exposed to a heavy product on areas with thin skin.
In order to apply the oil to the entire face, it is better to use a mixture of it with some other element, preferably mixing the composition with a face cream. However, the best option would be a jojoba mask, which should be washed off 15 minutes after application. You can also add the component as an incoming product to ready-made masks.
How else to use oil: mask recipes
One of the most environmentally friendly ways to take care of your face is to make your own masks. The beauty of such an event lies in the complex impact and selection of exactly those complexes that are needed for a particular case. An excellent option for skin care that requires rejuvenation and treatment is a mask based on jojoba oil.
The correct combination of the products included in the mask will allow you to get the best effect. Below is a series of recipes that are not difficult to repeat at home, because “eternal” beauty is something that everyone can do.
For wrinkles around the eyes
To create an oil-based mask to prevent or smooth out wrinkles in the eye area, you will need the following ingredients:
- jojoba oil in the amount of two teaspoons;
- avocado oil in the same volume as the base oil;
- mint – 2 drops of essential oil;
- fennel – also two drops.
All components are thoroughly mixed and used as a mask, applied to the lower and mobile eyelid twice a day. The first procedure should be carried out in the morning, and the second before bedtime. The mixture must be stored in the refrigerator in a container covered with a lid.
Mask for oily skin
In order to make a mask that allows you to successfully cope with the regulation of fat glands on the face, you should prepare a number of ingredients. The basis is ordinary milk in a volume of 50 milliliters, which should be heated. We begin to pour essential oils into warm milk:
- jojoba - 20 milliliters;
- bergamot – 2 drops;
- myrtle and sandalwood – 2 drops each;
- lavender – 3 drops;
- geranium – 1 drop.
When all the components are successfully combined, you need to find gauze with which to cover your face. Before you wet the “fabric frame” of the mask, make holes in it for the nose and eyes. The gauze is kept on the face until it stops being warm. When the mask has cooled, repeat soaking and so on several times.
After completing the procedure, you need to wash your face with warm water so that no product remains on your face. You can complete the “masking” with a contrast wash using an ice cube.
For dry problem skin
A recipe that can help with dry problem skin is based on the following combination of oils:
- a teaspoon of jojoba oil is mixed with two tablespoons of black cumin oil - the mixture is heated in a water bath until one product is completely dissolved in the other;
- 5 drops of bergamot;
- 2 drops rosemary and juniper;
- 1 drop of basil.
The mask is applied to the face and left for 15 minutes, after which it must be washed off.
Application for lips
In order to tidy up chapped, chapped and dry lips, mix 5 grams of cocoa butter with 2 ml of jojoba and add calendula oil, beeswax and vanilla oil (10 ml of each).
Mix the products and heat in a water bath to obtain a homogeneous mass. As a result, the product is applied to damaged lips as a therapeutic procedure or prevention.
Possible harm from using essential oil
There is no harm from using this type of oil or oil base. The only thing that may prevent the use of the product is individual intolerance, which may manifest itself as an allergic reaction.
In order to avoid such processes, it is necessary to apply the product in a small amount to the inside of the elbow and wait a little. This action will allow you to determine the individual reaction of the body to the product.
Jojoba oil has been used for facial skin since ancient Egypt. This is a unique product that is still used today as a rejuvenating and nourishing product. This is an excellent option for basic care for women's facial skin; it can be added to daily creams and lotions; many women make face masks from it and remove makeup with it.
How do you get it?
The oil is produced in two ways: by refining and by cold pressing the seeds (nuts) of Simmondsia chinensis (Chinese jojoba), a shrub that grows in southern Arizona, southern California and northwestern Mexico. For cosmetic purposes, it is better to use oil obtained by cold pressing. Natural 100% vegetable oil has a golden color and a slightly perceptible smell of macadamia nuts or, as they are also called, Australian nuts. This oil is most often sold in dark glass jars, as it is sensitive to light.
Unique beneficial properties
Oil makes up about 50% of the seed mass. In the literature, along with the term “oil,” you can also find the term “jojoba wax,” since it visually looks like liquid wax and hardens at room temperature.
Jojoba squeeze contains amino acids in proteins, which are similar in structure to collagen, which is responsible for skin elasticity. The oil has properties identical to spermaceti and is rich in tocopherol, tannins and esters. This is a real storehouse of vitamins and nutrients for beauty and health. Another important property is its resistance to oxidation and rancidity.
Women's facial skin ages faster than men's skin, so the use of jojoba wax is especially recommended for the fairer sex.
But the most amazing thing is that it allows you to slow down the development of bacteria that cause tuberculosis, has enzymatic properties that are used in the manufacture of penicillin and cephalosporins, and when applied to the skin, its rejuvenating and bactericidal properties appear. The beneficial properties of the oil are stored only for two years after opening the package, so it is very important to notice the end of the expiration date in time.
Due to its unique properties, it is classified as a base oil, so it can be used in its pure form as an independent cosmetic product.
Application in cosmetology
Initially, jojoba oil was used by the Indians of Mexico as a wound healing agent, as well as as an effective protection for skin and hair from ultraviolet rays emitted by sunlight.
The modern range of uses for jojoba wax is quite wide. Jojoba oil is used for official ointments in the treatment of dermatological diseases of the face (true eczema, neurodermatitis, atomic dermatitis) and in cosmetology. Most cosmetologists praise this product for its versatility.
Its distinctive feature is that it is suitable for most skin types: problematic, normal, sensitive, oily and aging.
It allows you to maintain skin elasticity, slow down the aging process, and protects it from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation and cold. The components of jojoba wax create a protective film for the skin and, penetrating through the surface layers of the epidermis, help preserve the lipid film. Wax is actively used in the fight against acne, reduces the production of sebum on the scalp, and promotes hair growth.
The high efficiency of the oil determines the popularity of its use. It is included in many facial products: facial washes, soaps, protective sunscreens, lip balm, and there are also decorative cosmetics based on jojoba wax. It is used in the creation of creams against the formation of fine wrinkles under the eyes.
Depending on the degree of concentration, it can be cosmetic or essential.
Essential oil has a higher concentration of beneficial substances and does not require large quantities when used. Usually only a few drops of essential oil are used to prepare any cosmetic product. Cosmetic oil is a finished product that does not require additional ingredients.
Jojoba oil is a wonderful natural product that can be used without adding other ingredients.
It is recommended to apply it to the skin of the face before sunbathing so that the tan is even and has a beautiful golden hue; on eyebrows to enhance hair growth, on lips to protect them from wind and cold. Or you can use it instead of a daily day cream, which has high regenerating properties and actively fights age-related changes and the first wrinkles. To enhance the healing properties, it is better to heat it in a steam bath so that it becomes warm and has a more liquid-looking consistency. It should be remembered that essential oil does not heat up.
Jojoba wax does not cause allergies, which is an additional advantage over other analogues. The only thing you need to remember is that this is a natural product that has a natural golden hue and may turn yellow. Therefore, in order not to accidentally ruin your favorite clothes, it is recommended that after applying it, blot it with a napkin after 3-5 minutes and remove excess oil.
This oil is not suitable for frequent use by women who want to maintain their snow-white skin.
Cosmetic jojoba oil is widely used to remove makeup. After soaking a cotton pad in the oil, wipe your eyes and lips thoroughly, and the makeup will be washed off in one motion. Plus, wax will enhance eyelash growth, which is especially useful for those with thin eyelashes. For those who do eyelash extensions, this product will be useful in restoring them. Without much difficulty, you can improve their appearance in just a month.
Wax can be added to your favorite night or day cream, as well as ready-made lotions and face masks.
Before applying the cream to your face, you should add a few drops of oil to one of your favorite products; the main thing here is not to overdo it. For effective scrubbing, you can add oil to your regular facial scrub. This will allow you to perform two procedures at the same time: cleansing and nutrition.
At home, wax can be applied to damaged areas of the skin (pimples, peeling, burns). Can be mixed with other cosmetic oils, such as peach, apricot or almond. This mixture is often applied around the eye area to get rid of bags under the eyes. It is better to perform this procedure two hours before bedtime so that the eyes do not look swollen the next morning.
I use jojoba wax as a product after epilation of hair above the lip. It softens and nourishes damaged skin, quickly removes redness, and slows down hair growth.
Mask recipes
Jojoba oil can be used to make nourishing and restorative face masks. The ingredients can be anything. The most common are honey, egg, clay.
For face
For mature and aging facial skin, it is recommended to use a honey mask: 10 drops of jojoba, 30 grams of honey, 2 teaspoons of live yogurt, 1 egg white. Everything is mixed and applied for 15-20 minutes, then washed off with warm water. The procedure can be performed no more than twice a week.
To moisturize dry facial skin, you can use a mask based on peach and apricot oils and jojoba oil.
Apricot oil can be replaced with grape seed oil. A one to one proportion of each product is used. To enhance the effect of the mask, we recommend tilting your face and lightly tapping your forehead and cheeks with your fingertips.
To prepare it, you need to take mineral water or pre-settled water. Add a few drops of wax and pour into ice cube trays. You can also add a leaf of mint and parsley for beauty and smell.
To slow down the aging process and regenerate the skin It is better to use a mask based on sour cream, clay selected for your skin type, or jojoba wax. You need to take 70 grams of sour cream, the fattier the better, 1 teaspoon of cosmetic clay, selected according to your skin type, and 1 teaspoon of jojoba oil. The mask must be applied in a thick layer. It is not recommended to talk or laugh while the mask is on your face. The mask is washed off with warm water after it hardens, after about 20-30 minutes. After use, it is recommended to wipe your face with a terry towel in order to achieve a massage effect.
A modern spermaceti mask involves the use of an old but effective beauty recipe, in which the role of spermaceti is replaced by jojoba wax. 30 drops of jojoba oil, first heat it in a steam bath, add 2 drops of vitamin E and 2 drops of vitamin A. The mask must be applied immediately after preparation, otherwise the vitamins may evaporate under the influence of ultraviolet radiation. Previously, this mask was used by Soviet actresses to restore their skin after makeup.
The following mask will help refresh your facial skin after long flights, sessions or other stressful situations. You need to grate a fresh peeled cucumber on a fine grater, add 5 ml of jojoba oil, a drop of lemon, cover your face with a paper towel and leave for half an hour.
For lips
To combat chapped lips, you should use a mask based on jojoba wax, honey and vitamin A. You only need a few drops of oil, 1-2 drops of vitamin A and a teaspoon of honey to tidy up dry lip skin. We recommend using unheated honey to prepare the mask so that there are more beneficial vitamins. The mask can be used either once or repeatedly. The skin of your lips will be young again.
Cosmetics with jojoba oil are an easy way to improve the appearance of your skin and rejuvenate it at home. This is one of the best carrier oils for fighting wrinkles. Notably, it can be used to restore the delicate skin around the eyes, although most cosmetic products are not recommended for use in this area of the face.
Cosmetic properties of jojoba oil
Jojoba is a powerful branching shrub that reaches a height of three meters. The plant is native to North and South America. The fruits of the plant - capsules with three sides - are a source of valuable oil. By cold pressing, a transparent golden oily substance is squeezed out of the fruit.Jojoba oil is called liquid wax. It contains the following substances:
- vitamin E (tocopherol);
- collagen;
- fatty acids: palmitic, oleic, palmitoleic, behenic, stearic, eicosenoic, docosenoic, etc.;
- alcohols: eicosene, tetracosene, docosahexaenoic.
Eicosenoic acid is a rare component for which jojoba oil is highly valued. It is thanks to this acid that regeneration processes are resumed in the skin. The substance restores damaged tissues, restores their elasticity and firmness. And in combination with collagen, acid becomes a champion in smoothing out wrinkles.
Several alcohols in the oil do not pose a danger to the fragile skin of the eyelids. Their effect is mitigated by a complex of fatty acids. But alcohols improve blood circulation, allowing withered skin to be saturated with oxygen again. This component is very rarely found in other cosmetic oils, which makes jojoba a unique product.
As for fatty acids, this is a necessary complex for skin that has lost its freshness with age. In addition to smoothing wrinkles, jojoba oil has the following effects on the skin:
- moisturizes;
- cleanses accumulated sebum;
- softens;
- protects against ultraviolet radiation;
- protects against frostbite;
- you can reduce the negative impact of sea salt on sensitive skin;
- saturates with nutrients:
- calms;
- eliminates irritation;
- removes redness;
- treats acne;
- refreshes and evens out the complexion.
The oil is stored in a dark place, since at temperatures below +5 degrees Celsius it begins to crystallize.
Indications for use
Indications for use are:- age-related skin changes;
- the appearance of the first;
- dryness;
- sensitive skin prone to irritation;
- faded complexion;
- treatment of purulent rashes;
- elimination of the consequences of rashes and stretch marks;
- dark spots;
- eliminating bags and dark circles under the eyes;
- care for chapped lips.
Jojoba oil is a “smart” remedy: it solves exactly the problems that are required. The product can be used for any skin type. It normalizes the fat balance, so using the product on oily skin will only bring benefits. The oil is also suitable for creating homemade hair care cosmetics, helps restore hair follicles, and fights dandruff.
Recipes with jojoba oil for wrinkles on the face and around the eyes
Jojoba oil serves as a good base for creating homemade cosmetics. It goes well with both and esters. You can apply the product in its pure form or as an additive to a cream, lotion or mask.Oil massage
The skin must first be cleansed with a scrub and steamed. If you don’t have time, then just wash yourself well with hot water (the temperature should be pleasant, but not scalding). Apply the oil to damp and warm skin; no need to wipe your face.Massage your face with your fingers along the massage lines: from the nasolabial fold to the ears, from the center of the forehead (between the eyebrows) to the hairline and to the ears, along the lips and around the eyes. Movements should be smooth and careful, especially in the eyelid area.
Rejuvenating complex
You will need avocado, jojoba and oils. Mix them in equal proportions and apply directly to wrinkles using a cotton pad. Repeat the procedure twice a day.Cucumber anti-wrinkle mask
Remove the skin from a small cucumber and grate it. Add 1 tablespoon each of jojoba oil and liquid honey (if you are not allergic). Distribute the mixture over your face and leave for 10 minutes. Remove the mask using a cotton pad soaked in warm milk.Nourishing lotion
Prepare a mixture: 50 ml of jojoba oil and 5 drops of lemon essential oil. Wipe problem areas with lotion after washing your face in the evening. The product can be used for makeup removal. Bonus: the complexion is evened out, the skin becomes fresh.Nourishing mask
1 tbsp. l. honey + 1 tbsp. l. jojoba oil + 1 tbsp. l. white clay + 1 tbsp. l. natural yogurt. Add the white of one egg and a banana, mashed into a puree, into the mixture. This mask can be kept on your face a little longer than usual - up to 30 minutes. After this composition, the skin becomes noticeably smoother and softer.Jojoba oil for wrinkles around the eyes
At the pharmacy, buy capsules of tocopherol (vitamin E) and retinol (vitamin A). You can purchase “Aevit” - a ready-made mixture of vitamins. For 1 tablespoon of jojoba oil - 2 drops of each vitamin or 4 drops of Aevita. Can be applied overnight in a thin layer.This is an effective remedy for crow's feet. A pleasant bonus is the improvement and growth of eyelashes.
Another product with jojoba oil is presented in this video:
Firming mixture
Prepare a mixture of oils: jojoba, burdock,. Oils are taken in equal proportions. You can lubricate the entire face and neck skin. After two weeks of daily use, a lifting effect is noticeable.Moisturize and tighten
Jojoba and heavy cream. Apply to skin with a sponge and leave for 15 minutes. After washing, a thin film forms on the skin.For dry skin
Mix equal parts jojoba oil and. Apply a thin layer to dull skin. The product not only tightens and smoothes, but also nourishes, moisturizes, and improves color.General rules for using the product
- Do not use concentrated essential oil to avoid burns. Always remove makeup before applying.
- Girls should start using jojoba oil for the face against wrinkles at the age of 25. At this age, the first folds around the eyelids and in the nasolabial area begin to appear.
- To ensure that the oil is better absorbed and mixed with other cosmetics, heat it in a water bath to 40-50 degrees.
- Do not leave the masks on for longer than 10-15 minutes. This is enough to activate recovery processes.
- The frequency of applying masks is 1-2 times a week. Do not overuse the product, even if you have pronounced wrinkles.
- As a preventative measure, one application every 10 days will be sufficient.
- The course of treatment with jojoba oil is 10-15 applications. Then you should take a break so as not to overload the skin. Let her rest for 2-3 weeks, then continue treatment if necessary.
Contraindications, possible side effects, precautions for use
Jojoba oil is used externally only. It contains toxic substances.Be careful when using concentrated product. A possible side effect is swelling, slight swelling of the eyelids.
Do not mix jojoba oil with comedogenic oils (such as grapeseed oil). The high density of liquid jojoba wax only increases the clogging of pores.
Individual allergic reactions are possible, although the product is hypoallergenic and suitable for almost everyone. Before using the oil, test it: apply to an inconspicuous area of skin (preferably on your hand), wait 10-15 minutes and rinse with water. If there is no irritation or redness within 2-3 hours, then feel free to use the product.
Jojoba cosmetic oil is not a cheap product. Buy it only in specialized stores. Main producers: USA, Mexico, Brazil, Egypt, Australia. Real oil is extracted by cold pressing.
A huge number of the fair sex are slowly beginning to abandon unnatural cosmetics, which are not always beneficial for us, and besides, the price of such products is affordable. But girls want to look their best, so what to do? We know the solution to this problem - use jojoba essential oil. This product is used to care for the skin of the face, hands, and hair.
Beneficial properties and effects on the skin
Scientists refer to this oil as liquid wax, but since there is such a name, we will stick to it. This very useful product is obtained from the evergreen shrub Simmondsia chinensis, which grows in hot, arid climates where water is in short supply.
Jojoba nuts are harvested by hand. The resulting fruits are cold pressed and a yellow mixture is obtained, without a specific odor, which has an anti-inflammatory, healing effect. In addition, the oil has a long shelf life due to its resistance to oxidation.
How does jojoba essential oil affect our body:
- Jojoba oil nourishes dry skin, moisturizes, penetrates even into the deep layers of the epidermis, which protects it from further peeling;
- The oil contains amino acids similar in composition to collagen, a protein produced by humans, which is responsible for the elasticity of the skin, so the product perfectly smooths out wrinkles;
- effectively fights various skin diseases;
- various types of acne are afraid of this product, the oil treats various rashes on the body;
- this product can be used in the eye area, it will moisturize delicate skin and smooth out small wrinkles;
- It is recommended to use vegetable wax after visiting saunas and sunbathing; thanks to jojoba oil, the skin will receive the necessary nutrition and hydration;
- in winter, lips are exposed to the negative effects of sunlight, frost, and wind. This natural remedy will help relieve redness and peeling;
- Jojoba wax actively regenerates hair. By applying the oil to the hair, an invisible film is created that envelops each hair, without creating a “greenhouse effect” (allows air to pass through), without weighing down the hair. Thanks to this, the hair restores the damaged structure, grows faster, feels smooth and silky to the touch;
- essential oil perfectly smoothes stretch marks, giving elasticity to the skin of the body;
- This product strengthens the nail plate and helps restore split nails;
- The product helps perfectly after shaving, restoring the skin structure and healing minor injuries.
Interesting! At low temperatures, the oil hardens, and then (when heated) it returns its viscous structure and does not lose its beneficial properties.
Indications and contraindications
Indications for use:
- excessive dryness of the skin;
- caring for baby's delicate skin;
- elimination of stretch marks after childbirth in women;
- elimination of wrinkles, prevention of new ones;
- treatment of scars, burns, skin dermatitis;
- care for brittle hair, eyelashes, nails.
Jojoba oil has no contraindications, It can be used even by pregnant women, the only caveat is individual intolerance, the development of an allergic reaction.
Jojoba essential oil is a base oil - this product can be used without additives and diluted with other essential oils that cannot be used independently.
This product is almost unique in its structure and properties; it is suitable for any type of skin and hair, without leaving behind an oily sheen. Ladies of all ages can also use jojoba cosmetic oil. The oil can be added to various creams, shampoos, lotions, shower gels, thus increasing the positive properties of the product and extending their shelf life.
Jojoba essential oil for body skin
Not only the face is susceptible to dryness, so pay attention to procedures that will relieve you of peeling, stretch marks, and minor mechanical damage:
- Taking a bath with 1 tablespoon of jojoba oil will help replace spa treatments, the effect will be the same as after applying a rich nourishing cream. The skin especially needs this care in winter;
- add base oil to the body cream (1 tablespoon per 50 ml of product), lubricate the skin with the resulting product, and soon you will forget about dry skin.
Other oil recipes
Hair needs care, pay attention to several ways to make your hair silky and shiny: 
- jojoba oil for hair. 1 day before washing your hair, rub jojoba ether into the roots, massage for 5 minutes, do not rinse, this procedure can be done twice a week;
- You can also moisturize your hair after washing. Apply one dessert spoon of jojoba oil + a couple of drops of chamomile ether on your palms, spread this mixture over the entire length of your hair with light movements, then you can style your hair. There is no need to worry about oily hair, this product does not leave visible marks, it only treats damaged hair;
- You can also lubricate the comb for combing with a small amount of wax, so every time you adjust your hairstyle, your hair will become stronger;
- Lubricate your nails with base oil overnight, then put on cotton gloves and add 3-4 ml of rose or sea buckthorn oil to this mixture;
- Jojoba ester with the addition of a small amount of orange essential oil will help moisturize your lips. Rub this mixture into your sponges overnight, do not rinse. You can use the product an unlimited number of times;
- if you are plagued by the problem of hair loss, then add cedar, ginger or pine ether to the oil;
- Rubbing jojoba essential oil into the depilation areas will help avoid irritation during shaving; it is better to steam the skin before the procedure;
- Also add one dessert spoon of jojoba and a little tea tree oil to the pedicure bath, this way you will disinfect your feet and soften them.
Having understood the benefits of this product, be sure to stop by the pharmacy and buy this ether, it will take excellent care of your skin, make it elastic, without flaws, give your hair a healthy shine, and your nails will stop peeling. Don't spend a lot of money on a large number of store-bought creams and lotions, prepare them by hand from natural ingredients. We hope that we have revealed all the secrets of preparing miracle recipes for you!
From the following video you can learn even more details about using jojoba oil for the face:
