Botanical name: Simmondsia chinensis
Part of the plant: Seeds
Country of harvest: Peru
Country of manufacturing: Panama
DESCRIPTION
ORG COSMOS Jojoba Oil is a high-quality natural liquid wax obtained from the seeds of Simmondsia chinensis and certified according to COSMOS Organic standards. Thanks to its unique structure, composed of wax esters similar to human sebum, it represents one of the most versatile and valuable carriers in natural perfumery and advanced cosmetics.
It appears as a golden, stable, and virtually odorless liquid, ideal for diluting aromatic raw materials and for creating delicate, long-lasting, and sensorially elegant formulations.
WHY IT IS USED IN PERFUMERY
In perfumery, Jojoba Oil is used as a reference lipophilic carrier oil for formulating roll-on perfumes and oil-based fragrances, thanks to its chemical structure composed of highly stable linear wax esters with strong skin affinity.
In formulation practice, it is used to dilute aromatic concentrates (essential oils, absolutes, and fragrances), generally within a range of 5% to 30%, depending on the desired intensity and application type. This dilution allows the creation of perfumes that can be applied directly to the skin without alcohol, ensuring safety, comfort, and controlled diffusion.
Compared to other vegetable oils, jojoba offers significant technical advantages:
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its high oxidative stability prevents rancidity phenomena that could alter the fragrance over time
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its low viscosity ensures perfect flow in roll-on systems
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its olfactory neutrality faithfully preserves the aromatic profile of raw materials
From an olfactory perspective, Jojoba Oil acts as a diffusion modulator, slowing down the evaporation of more volatile notes and promoting a more intimate, linear, and persistent projection on the skin. This makes it particularly suitable for personal fragrances, applied on warm areas such as wrists and neck, where a discreet yet long-lasting sillage is desired.
Additionally, its affinity with the skin’s hydrolipidic film improves fragrance longevity, contributing to a more stable olfactory performance compared to many other oily carriers.
WHY IT IS USED IN AROMATHERAPY
In aromatherapy, Jojoba Oil is used as a highly stable and skin-compatible carrier oil for diluting essential oils intended for topical application.
From a technical standpoint, it is used to prepare aromatherapeutic blends at controlled concentrations, generally:
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0.5–1% for sensitive skin or frequent use
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1–3% for daily treatments
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3–5% for targeted or localized applications
Its exceptional oxidative stability makes it particularly suitable for blends containing oxidation-sensitive essential oils (citrus, conifers), helping to extend their shelf life and preserve their aromatic profile.
Functionally, it acts as a skin absorption modulator, slowing down the volatilization of essential oils and promoting a more gradual and prolonged diffusion over time. This allows for a more consistent and gentle action, particularly suitable for aromatherapy massages, localized applications, and daily wellness rituals.
Moreover, its high tolerability and low comedogenicity make it suitable even for sensitive, reactive, or impure skin, improving the overall comfort of the aromatherapeutic blend.
WHY IT IS USED IN COSMETICS
In cosmetics, Jojoba Oil is used as a functional emollient and lipophilic carrier with high skin affinity, thanks to its unique composition.
From a formulation standpoint, it is used to solubilize fragrances, lipophilic actives, and vitamins (such as tocopherol, coenzyme Q10, and oil extracts), improving their uniform distribution within the oil phase. Its high stability makes it particularly suitable for oxidation-sensitive systems, helping to preserve both active ingredients and aromatic components over time.
It is typically used at varying percentages:
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1–5% as a co-emollient and sensory enhancer
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5–15% as the main lipid phase in light emulsions
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up to 100% in pure oils, anhydrous serums, and leave-on products
From a sensory standpoint, Jojoba Oil acts as a texture modifier, reducing the greasy feel typical of many vegetable oils and providing excellent spreadability, fast absorption, and a dry-silky finish. This makes it ideal for modern “skin-feel oriented” formulations.
Functionally, it also provides a rebalancing action on the skin’s hydrolipidic film, helping to:
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improve transepidermal water loss (TEWL)
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regulate sebum production
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increase skin tolerability of fragranced formulations
Additionally, its chemical inertness and compatibility with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients (esters, vegetable oils, silicones, waxes, and UV filters) make it an extremely versatile component, suitable for both O/W and W/O emulsions, as well as anhydrous systems such as dry oils, balms, and sticks.
