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jojoba
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jojoba
a shrub or small tree of SW North America, Simmondsia californica, that has edible seeds containing a valuable oil used in cosmetics

jojoba [hō′hō·bə]
(agriculture)
Simmondsia californica.A shrub adapted to the arid portions of the southwestern United States and Mexico; liquid extracted from the seed may be used as a substitute for sperm oil.


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For example, even if the label states that the product contains jojoba oil, it does not guarantee that jojoba oil is present in active concentrations for the product to be effective in anti aging.
One study found the wax that is in the jojoba oil to treat acne and psoriasis.
It also contains certified organic ingredients such as palm oil, extra virgin olive oil, jojoba oil and coconut oil for maximum moisture.
 
 
 
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