Snapshot
- Overview
- A jojoba-based butter that melts in to soften rough, dry patches.
- Category
- Barrier Support, Skin Conditioning, Hydration
- Type
- Emollient
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Butter
A semi-solid butter from Simmondsia chinensis made by hydrogenating jojoba oil. Favored for rich, non-greasy emolliency that softens roughness, boosts cushion, and seals in comfort in balms, sticks, and body creams.
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Our take
Is Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Butter a Good Ingredient?
It earns a Great rating because hydrogenated jojoba offers stable, oxidation-resistant wax esters similar to skin lipids, delivering long-lasting softness with a low likelihood of irritation or pore clogging.
What it does
Skin Benefits
It melts into dry areas to smooth rough patches and reduce flaking, providing lasting softness and a protective, comforting feel.
Where you'll find it
Uses in Skincare & Cosmetics
It's popular in lip masks, hand creams, and solid moisturizers for intensive conditioning, and found in massage bars and cleansing balms for a plush, cushiony texture.
Before you use it
Safety
It's widely well tolerated and suitable for most skin types, including dry and sensitive skin. Allergic reactions are rare, but patch testing is still prudent for reactive skin.
Products with Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Butter
