Organic, Cold-Pressed
What is Golden Jojoba Oil?
Golden jojoba oil is pressed from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis, a hardy shrub native to desert regions of North America. When left unrefined, the oil retains its natural golden color and a rich profile of bioactive compounds. Unlike most plant oils, jojoba is a liquid wax ester, making it strikingly similar to the sebum our skin naturally produces. This unique composition is what allows jojoba oil to absorb so seamlessly, supporting the skin without leaving a heavy or greasy feel (Gad et al., 2021).
Why We Love It
Golden jojoba oil has earned its place as a staple in natural skincare thanks to its versatility and gentle effectiveness. Because its structure mimics human sebum, it blends effortlessly with the skin’s barrier, helping to balance oil production while providing lasting hydration. Clinical studies confirm that jojoba oil improves skin smoothness, hydration, and elasticity, all while forming a breathable layer that doesn’t clog pores (Blaak & Staib, 2022).
Beyond hydration, jojoba oil offers significant anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects, supported by its natural phenols, sterols, and vitamin E. Research has shown it can calm redness, reduce scaling, and provide relief in conditions like eczema and psoriasis (Chakrabarty et al., 2024). Its ability to regulate microbial activity also makes it a useful ally for blemish-prone skin.
What excites us most is jojoba oil’s ability to promote skin repair. Studies show it stimulates collagen synthesis, encourages keratinocyte growth, and accelerates epithelial healing (El Gendy et al., 2023). This makes it not just a moisturizer, but also a supportive oil for skin in need of regeneration. And because it is cold-pressed and unrefined, it retains all of its natural antioxidants, making it both effective and exceptionally well-tolerated (Gad et al., 2021).
Gentle, balancing, and backed by science, golden jojoba oil is one of those rare ingredients that truly works across skin types, from dry and sensitive to oily and blemish-prone.
References
- Blaak & Staib (2022). Jojoba oil in skincare applications. International Journal of Cosmetic Science.
- Chakrabarty et al. (2024). Bioactivities of Jojoba Oil Beyond Skincare. Journal of Medicinal Food.
- El Gendy et al. (2023). Desert Gold Jojoba Review. Journal of the American Oil Chemists’ Society.
- Gad et al. (2021). Jojoba Oil: A Comprehensive Review. Polymers.
