On your product labels, it is indicated as Simmondsia (or Buxus) Chinensis, but this is nothing more than the scientific name for Jojoba oil.

Despite its name, it is more of a liquid wax than an oil. It is extracted by cold pressing the seeds of the Jojoba fruit, a fruit rich in B-complex vitamins, zinc, vitamin E, iodine, and copper. This precious ingredient has always been used by pre-Columbian populations and Native Americans to create truly hydrating and protective compresses for skin, nails, and hair, and it is also very useful for combating the typical heat of those areas.

Jojoba oil: properties

Jojoba oil is a very versatile product, characterized by many interesting properties. In fact, it has a rebalancing, soothing, hydrating, antioxidant, and elasticizing action and is suitable for all skin types.

Among the various oils we love to apply to our body, the characteristic that makes it unique is its high affinity with skin sebum and the hair shaft; this results in a very high absorption capacity, avoiding greasiness on skin and hair.

Used in most hair products, from shampoos, conditioners, or masks, it is present in various formulas designed to nourish and protect frizzy and dry hair. When applied to the lengths and ends of dry and damaged hair, it will make the hair shiny and softer, while on curly hair it has a disciplining action, thanks to its extremely light natural composition that gently detangles while nourishing the hair.

Contrary to popular belief, jojoba oil is also ideal for oily hair, given its high affinity with sebum. It acts by regulating its production, thus protecting the scalp, and gives shine to the hair. It is also very often used to nourish and protect frizzy and dry hair.

Among its many uses, it is also very useful in cases of dandruff and to combat seborrheic dermatitis, all thanks to its high soothing power. You can also try preparing a pre or post-shampoo pack to protect against the damaging effects of blow-drying.

Benefits for hair

Among the beneficial properties for hair, jojoba oil:

• Nourishes and protects frizzy and dry hair.
• Disciplines curly and unruly hair without weighing it down, gently detangling it
• Given its high affinity with sebum, it regulates its production, protecting the scalp, ideal for oily hair
• Useful in cases of dandruff and to combat seborrheic dermatitis

Where can you find it?

Present in our alkemy 5.5 intense restructuring hair mask along with coconut oil, almond proteins, and Vitamin F, it nourishes, regenerates, and detangles dry and dull hair, providing shine and softness.

Apply it after shampooing to the ends and leave it on for a few minutes before rinsing. Increase the leave-on time according to your hair's needs. It can also be used as a pack on dry hair with a cap to boost softness and shine.

To enhance its effects, it is recommended to use it together with our alkemy repair shampoo.