Jojoba oil is a great beauty ingredient. It is a natural oil extracted from the seed of the jojoba plant is is closest to the oil produced by the human skin called ‘sebum’ that helps protect and heal the skin from external toxins. It is the first defense barrier for the skin
Here are seven benefits of Jojoba oil which you probably didn’t know.
1. Retains moisture
It helps retain moisture in the skin thereby keeping the skin hydrated and looking fresh. Jojoba oil helps moisturize the skin, without clogging the pores, allowing for a healthy skin type. In addition, it also prevents the buildup of bacteria in the pores of the face, which tend to cause blackheads and breakout of acne.
2. For soft lips
Since our lips are thrice more sensitive than our usual skin, it needs all the more love and care.
oil contains essential vitamins such as Vitamin B, E and key minerals such as zinc, copper which are beneficial for soft lips and skin.For fresh and soft lips, jojoba oil can be gently massaged on the lips to ensure no dryness and cracks.
3. Reduces wrinkles
The essential vitamins present in oil help greatly reduce wrinkles and the visible effects of ageing. Since it contains no harmful chemicals it can be used as part of one’s daily grooming routine.
4. A natural sunscreen
The harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays of the sun can cause various problems. One of the primary victims of these harmful rays are our skin. But there are enough ways to prevent your skin from the nasty sun burns too. Jojoba oil applied on full body makes it a good natural alternative to harsh sun screen creams.
5. Treats skin burns
Jojoba soothes any burnt skin by going deeper into the tissues and healing them, this helps the pain after a sunburn or tan. With its natural healing properties Jojoba oil is helpful in reducing skin burns during shaving.
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