Jojoba
Jojoba oil is mainly used topically for skin. Oral supplemental evidence is limited.
Overview
What is jojoba?
Jojoba is a shrub found in the Americas. The oil of the plant is used to treat many skin conditions including acne, sunburn and psoriasis but there is no good evidence supporting these uses.
Dosage
A typical dose of topical jojoba oil is two to three times per week. View on PubMed
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Database Snapshot
Most jojoba research is concentrated in a handful of conditions.
- Acne accounts for 1 of 2 studies (50%).
- Mosquito repellent accounts for 1 of 2 studies (50%).
- Sparse coverage remains for Acne, Mosquito repellent.
Safety
Jojoba oil is likely safe when used topically.
Frequently Asked Questions
References
Sources2 references
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SupplementDEX Database · Acne
1 reference1.SupplementDEX Database: Acne — Clay jojoba oil facial mask for lesioned skin and mild acne--results of a prospective, observational pilot study2012
In 194 adults with mild acne, clay-jojoba oil facial masks 2–3 times weekly for 6 weeks reduced total lesion count by 54% (pustules −49%, papules −57%) with improved quality of life.
SupplementDEX Database · Mosquito repellent
1 reference2.SupplementDEX Database: Mosquito repellent — Efficacy of three insect repellents against the malaria vector Anopheles arabiensis2000
In men exposed to Anopheles arabiensis, Bio-Skincare repellent (coconut, jojoba, rapeseed oils) gave complete protection for 3–4 hours, similar to DEET and PMD for 4–5 hours.