What it is
Derived from jojoba, whose oil is actually a liquid wax of esters very similar to skin's own sebum, jojoba esters provide a light, conditioning emollient feel and can help structure and stabilize formulas. They are valued for being skin-compatible and non-greasy.
Safety & warnings
Jojoba-derived ingredients are generally very well tolerated and low on the comedogenicity scale.
Origin & sourcing
Derived from the seeds of the jojoba plant.
Questions everyone asks
What are jojoba esters?
They are skin-compatible wax esters from jojoba that condition skin and improve texture.
Are they greasy?
No, they give a light, non-greasy emollient feel similar to skin's own sebum.