Botanical Name:  Simmondsia Chinensis from the family of Simmondsiaceae
 
Aromatic Description: Jojoba oil is a golden yellow liquid wax and it has been used for centuries for its properties and benefits in various cosmetic and personal care products. Jojoba Oil, botanically known as Simmondsia chinensis, is derived from the seeds of a desert shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Despite being called an oil, it is a liquid wax ester—chemically similar to human sebum—making it one of the most skin-compatible substances in natural skincare. It is virtually odourless, with only a faint, slightly nutty or earthy scent, making it an ideal carrier oil in aromatherapy and cosmetic formulations where the essential oil’s aroma needs to shine.
 
Symbolically, jojoba represents balance, nourishment, and adaptability. Its resilience as a desert plant reflects its energy of endurance and self-sufficiency. At the same time, its chemical similarity to our skin’s oils mirrors a deep spiritual message of alignment with one’s natural self. In energetic work, jojoba is associated with the Solar Plexus Chakra (Manipura), supporting confidence, clarity, and self-worth, as well as the Root Chakra (Muladhara), offering grounding and protection. Its steady, soothing presence brings a sense of security and calm, making it a perfect medium for spiritual and emotional integration.  
 
Chemically, jojoba is prized for its stability and skin compatibility. It contains high levels of eicosenoic acid (gondoic acid) and erucic, oleic, and palmitic acids. It also boasts tocopherols (vitamin E), sterols, and long-chain alcohols such as docosanol, contributing to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial effects. Jojoba resists oxidation and rancidity, giving it an exceptionally long shelf life and making it a preferred base oil in many natural formulations.
 
In skin care, jojoba is renowned for regulating sebum production, making it beneficial for both oily and dry skin types. It deeply moisturizes without clogging pores, forming a protective barrier while allowing the skin to breathe. Its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial actions make it excellent for treating acne, soothing eczema and psoriasis, calming sunburns, and reducing redness. Rich in antioxidants and vitamin E, it supports skin regeneration and minimizes signs of ageing. Gentle and hypoallergenic, jojoba is also commonly used as a makeup remover, lip conditioner, and overall body moisturizer.
 
From an emotional wellness perspective, jojoba has a grounding and comforting presence. When used as a carrier oil in massage or aromatherapy, it amplifies the therapeutic benefits of essential oils and facilitates emotional release. It offers warmth and nurturing, helping to centre the mind and ease emotional tension. In spiritual practice, jojoba is a sacred base for anointing blends, chakra oils, and ritual preparations. It purifies and protects while subtly enhancing the transmission of spiritual intentions. Its ability to energetically "hold space" makes it a valued oil for meditation, energy healing, and personal rituals of transformation.
 
Jojoba blends beautifully with a wide range of essential oils. For skincare purposes, it pairs well with lavender and tea tree for acne-prone skin, frankincense and rose for anti-ageing, and chamomile and calendula for sensitive or inflamed conditions. Emotionally uplifting blends include neroli and bergamot, while sandalwood and vetiver create deeply grounding effects. In spiritual rituals, jojoba can carry the sacred energies of frankincense and myrrh for meditative practice, palo santo and sage for energetic cleansing, or rose and jasmine to awaken the heart and divine feminine energy.
 
Extracted through cold-pressing of the jojoba seeds, the highest quality oil is unrefined and golden in colour, retaining its full spectrum of nutrients. Refined jojoba oil, which is clear and odourless, is often used in formulations requiring a neutral base. In either form, its versatility and stability make it indispensable in holistic wellness. Jojoba Seed Oil is not merely a carrier but a subtle yet powerful ally in promoting radiant skin, emotional clarity, and spiritual connection. 
 
Method of production:  Seed, Cold-Pressed.