Jojoba Oil (pronounced ho-ho-ba; the j is silent) is a product which is produced from the jojoba plant. This oil is great for hair because it is one of the few oils that mimic the characteristics of sebum. If you are unfamiliar of what sebum is, it is the oil that our scalps produce naturally. It has the ability to penetrate the hair strand in addition to the hair follicle. This makes it a great choice for a moisturizer. Additionally, jojoba has antibacterial properties.
Jojoba can also be used on the skin. The oil has anti-inflammatory properties which can help to eliminate and reduce chafing, chapping, redness/drying, eczema, rosacea, and keeps the skin calm. The vitamin e and b complex vitamins that are found in the oil helps to repair skin and aide in damage control.