Jojoba Oil for Healthy Skin: Benefits Backed by Science

If there’s one oil that does it all and is useful for every skin type, you can’t go past Jojoba Oil. This lightweight, non-comedogenic oil mimics the skin’s natural sebum and has many proven benefits on the skin. From balancing oily skin to taming frizzy hair, this multi-tasking oil has become a go-to ingredient in many skincare products. 

Whether you’re struggling with dryness, acne, sensitivity, or simply looking to boost your skin health, jojoba oil has something to offer your complexion. Let’s explor the many benefits of jojoba oil in skincare and why it deserves a permanent place in your skincare rituals.

What is Jojoba Oil? 

Sourced from the seeds of the Simmondsia chinensis plant, which grows in the arid regions of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, jojoba oil isn’t technically an oil. It is a liquid wax ester, which closely resembles the natural sebum produced by human skin. This unique composition is what makes jojoba oil so loved by all skin types.

Jojoba oil is made by harvesting the ripe seeds from the jojoba plant and then extracting the liquid wax via cold pressing. The seeds are then cleaned, crushed, and processed to separate the liquid wax from the solid plant material. The extracted liquid is then filtered and clarified to remove impurities, resulting in the finished jojoba oil.

How Jojoba Oil Works on the Skin 

Jojoba oil penetrates easily and is a natural humectant, helping to hydrate the skin and lock in moisture. Containing antioxidant rich vitamin E, jojoba seed oil also fights oxidative stress—helping to maintain firm skin and prevent premature ageing.

For oily skin types, jojoba oil can help regulate sebum production. When the skin senses it has adequate moisture or oil levels, it reduces the overproduction of oil, helping to balance your complexion. 

For dry skin types, jojoba oil replenishes moisture levels and protects the integrity of your skin’s barrier. This prevents dry skin and minimises risk of skin flare ups for anyone with skin sensitivities.

Scientifically Backed Benefits of Jojoba Oil in Skincare

Deep Hydration & Moisture Retention 

Jojoba oil works by forming a protective barrier that locks in moisture while still allowing the skin to breathe. This makes it an ideal natural moisturiser for the face and body either as a stand alone product or within a formulation.

Balances Oily Skin & Regulates Sebum

Unlike heavier oils that can leave a greasy residue and block pores, jojoba oil is considered non-comedogenic. Its lightweight texture penetrates the skin’s surface to deliver long-lasting hydration that promotes balanced skin without the excess oil.

Anti-Inflammatory & Soothing Effects 

For people struggling with conditions such as eczema and psoriasis, jojoba oil’s hydrating benefits can also help soothe dry and irritated skin. Jojoba oil also contains fatty acids, known for their repairing and anti-inflammatory effects on the skin. These benefits combined make it an ideal skin treatment for inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema, sunburn and soothing skin relief post skin procedures such as skin needling and face peels.

Supports Wound Healing & Skin Repair

Jojoba oil contains essential vitamins such as vitamin e, vitamin B, copper and zinc which all assist to support wound healing and generally strengthen the skin’s structure. As a result, it has shown to help minimise the appearance of scarring, making it an ideal body oil to minimise stretch marks and treat acne scarring without the risk of causing further congestion to the skin.

Antioxidant Protection 

Jojoba oil is loaded with antioxidants that provide both immediate protection and long-term skin health benefits.

• Vitamin E: Protects against free radicals that cause premature aging.

• Vitamin B-complex: Helps skin repair.

• Zinc and copper: Support collagen production and wound healing.

• Iodine: Offers natural antibacterial benefits.

These nutrients not only support skin health, but also defend against environmental stress that leads to premature ageing.

Antimicrobial & Antifungal Properties

Jojoba oil contains compounds such as iodine that contribute to its antibacterial properties and ability to fight skin infections and breakouts. Its antimicrobial and antifungal properties may also help with skin and scalp conditions like dandruff while minimising risk of infection when the skin’s barrier is compromised.

Who Should Use Jojoba Oil? 

Jojoba oil is great for all ages, skin types and concerns as it is gentle enough to use undiluted and is unlikely to cause any negative skin reaction. Read on to discover how your skin type can benefit from this wonder oil.

Mature Skin

The combination of antioxidants, vitamins, and fatty acids in jojoba oil makes it a fantastic age-defence treatment. Regular use can:

• Improve skin elasticity.

• Minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

• Maintain a hydrated, healthy glow.

By maintaining hydration and protecting against oxidative stress, jojoba oil slows down the visible signs of aging, keeping the skin resilient and plump.

Sensitive Skin

Many commercial skincare products contain synthetic fragrances and preservatives that can trigger irritation in sensitive skin. Jojoba oil is naturally hypoallergenic and free of common irritants, making it suitable for even the most delicate skin.

Because it’s so gentle, jojoba oil can be applied directly to the skin without the need for dilution.

This makes it an excellent choice for:

• Sensitive baby skin.

• People prone to allergies and skin conditions such as dermatitis.

• Post-procedure recovery such as chemical peels or laser treatments.

• Anyone experiencing sunburn.
  
  

Acne Prone Skin

If you have acne prone skin, it makes sense to want to keep oil far away from your skin. However, jojoba oil is uniquely suited to support and balance acne prone skin.

• Its similarity to our skin’s sebum signals to the skin that it has enough oil, balancing and reducing the greasy environment in which acne-causing bacteria thrive.

• Its antibacterial properties help prevent infection in existing blemishes.

• Its anti-inflammatory action reduces redness and swelling, speeding up the healing process.

• It also supports post-acne treatment by accelerating wound healing and minimising risk of acne scarring. 

How to Use Jojoba Oil in Your Skincare Routine 

Jojoba Oil is often used as a carrier oil in skincare formulations but can be used directly on the skin as a stand alone product.

Jojoba Oil is the ultimate multi-tasking ingredient and can be used:

• As a moisturiser - either as a stand alone product or within your daily moisturiser

• As a cleansing oil to remove makeup

• Mixed into DIY face masks or serums

• As a skin treatment to replenish and repair dry, irritated skin

• As a body oil 

• As a hair treatment including a scalp conditioner to soothe a flaky scalp, applied as a leave on treatment to tame frizzy hair or use jojoba as an all over hair mask once per week before shampooing to improve the condition of your hair.

Jojoba Infused Morning Skincare Routine

Boost your jojoba application in the morning with our top picks of the best organic jojoba oil infused skincare products below.

LAMAV’s Hyaluronic Hydra-Max Serum

This ultra-hydrating serum is designed to give dry and dehydrated skin a powerful shield to lock in moisture and restore comfort and radiance. Jojoba Oil Esters, Hyaluronic Acid, CoEnzyme Q10 and Quandong visibly transforms skin texture to appear plumper and hydrated.

LAMAV’s Wrinkle Smoothing Cream

This highly concentrated moisturiser is packed with superfoods to maintain elasticity and firmness. The restorative powers of Australian Native Extracts along with Jojoba, Amla and Argan oil revitalise dry and dull skin.

LAMAV Vitamin C Hand Cream

Our hands are often an afterthought when it comes to skincare, but they really do deserve daily skincare. Our hands are always working and exposed to harsh elements so need nourishment to prevent premature ageing. LAMAV’s Vitamin C Hand Cream is enriched with skin-replenishing jojoba along with bio-actives including CoEnzyme Q10 and Shea Butter to provide a powerful antioxidant shield, supporting skin repair and regeneration.

Night Skincare Routine with Jojoba Oil

If you’re using jojoba oil for anti-ageing benefits, night application is the best time to support barrier repair and replenish essential vitamins to the skin while you sleep.

Nightly use of jojoba oil using our top jojoba skincare selections below will ensure you wake up with plump, glowing skin.

LAMAV’s Award Winning Marula Oil Cleanser

This purifying blend of natural oils including organic jojoba oil effortlessly cleanses the skin and gently dissolves makeup to reveal a clear, radiant complexion. The nourishing, antioxidant-rich formula enhances skin’s natural repair and keeps the lipid barrier intact, restoring moisture balance and healthy glow. This is the ideal jojoba infused makeup remover or first cleanse for all skin types.

LAMAV’s Omega Antioxidant Oil

This antioxidant-rich oil contains 100% pure actives—delivering a concentrated burst of moisture and essential fatty acids to strengthen and smooth the skin’s surface. Ideal for dry and dehydrated skin, this complex formula repairs the skin barrier, boosting moisture and skin elasticity. Jojoba Oil, CoEnzyme Q10, Chia Seed and Acai Oils work to shield against free radicals and environmental damage while promoting a youthful complexion.

LAMAV’s Firming Eye Lotion

This velvety eye cream with jojoba oil visibly lifts, tones and transforms the delicate eye area. Formulated with seven potent bio-actives including Wakame, Paracress and Caviar Lime to smooth fine lines and wrinkles.

LAMAV Ayurvedic Body Oil

Promoting self-care while minimising the appearance of scarring and stretch marks, LAMAV’s Body Oil containing jojoba oil is an ideal body treat for when you’re feeling dull or sluggish.  Formulated to rebalance the mind, body and soul, this delicate oil also transforms the appearance of dry skin and delivers an intense burst of hydration, for softer, smoother, skin.

Things to Keep in Mind with Jojoba Oil Skincare Use

When purchasing jojoba oil or jojoba oil infused skincare, it’s important to buy organic jojoba oil that is cold pressed and cosmetic grade to ensure you are delivering the best quality oil to your skin.

If you are using pure, fresh jojoba oil it will have a light golden hue. Any changes to the colour or smell may mean it has expired. Generally speaking, jojoba oil will stay fresh for up to 2 years provided it is stored correctly (away from heat, air and light).

If you’re new to using jojoba oil in skincare, here are a few simple tips to get you started:

Patch test first: Although rare, skin can be complicated and reactions can occur at any time. Apply a small amount to your inner arm before using it on your face.

Start simple with small amounts: Use jojoba oil as a nighttime moisturiser on the face to see how your skin reacts and gradually introduce it to other areas of your routine such as the body and hair. A little also goes a long way so start with a few drops and you can always add more.

Layering tip: Apply jojoba oil after water-based serums but before heavier skincare products such as creams and balms.

Mix with makeup for a glowing skin tint: Combine a drop of jojoba oil with your foundation or BB cream for a healthy, dewy finish.

Final Thoughts on Jojoba in Skincare

Jojoba isn’t just great for your skin, it’s science backed skincare that delivers real results. Jojoba oil is the ultimate multitasker: skin-balancing moisturiser, hair-smoothing treatment, and skin soother - all without clogging pores or causing irritation. If you’re experiencing dry skin, irritation or dealing with stubborn acne scarring, jojoba oil may be just the thing you need to elevate your skin routine.