Description
& Use |
Jojoba, an evergreen shrub, is native to Southwestern United States and Northern western Mexico. Part used is the Jojoba bean where the yellow oil is extracted for commercial purposes. Simmondsia, the botanical name of Jojoba is named after the late botanist T.W. Simmonds. Jojoba, (pronounced hohoba) was given this name by early Spanish Mexicans. Native Americans used this herb for cosmetic purposes and as a lubricant for softening leather.
Used externally, this herb is used for sensitive and dry skin. It is also used for acne, psoriasis, eczema, wrinkles and seborrheic problems. It’s also used to promote hair growth, for dandruff and dry scalp.
Jojoba’s oily moisturizing properties make it ideal in commercial body and bath preparations. For this reason it is used in many hair conditioners, moisturizing creams, lotions, lipsticks, soaps, massage oil sunblocks and other skin products. |
