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If you've never heard of this pure oil, chances are, you're already using it anyway. Jojoba (pronounced "ho-ho-ba") also goes by the name "Simmondsia Chinensis" and it's in countless skincare products and cosmetics—moisturizers, night creams, body lotions, face powder, shampoo, conditioner…you name it.
While browsing the selection over at Acne.org (where the namesake products featured in this post are sold), I chanced upon the AHA+ lotion, which is apparently good for smoothing the complexion, managing bacne, and generally keeping skin in the clear—thanks to Alpha Hydroxy Acid/Glycolic Acid's speedy exfoliating properties. I'm using the lotion on the backs of my arms, where the skin needs refining. I also plan on applying this to my face every so often. Acne.org proprietor, Daniel Kern, adds Licochalcone ("a soothing licorice root extract") to this particular skincare concoction; hence, its yellowish tinge. He also warns people who are using AHA-based products to wear sunscreen and to limit sun exposure, because of the active ingredient's tendency to increase skin's sensitivity to the sun.
And, back to the Jojoba Oil, once you go the essential oil and/or plant-based carrier oil route, there's no turning back. One would think that applying something like this onto one's skin will make it, well, greasy. However, there's a beauty theory around that suggests applying oil on one's face signals the skin to produce less of it, because there's enough on the surface. I happen to like that theory very much and see it evidenced by products like Shu Uemura Cleansing Oils, Decleor serums and balms, and the ultra-luxe Rodin Olio Lusso. And, believe me, as I'm writing this, I've already applied the Jojoba thrice just this evening alone, and my skin just seems to soak it up.
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I had a facial the other day and as I was getting ready to leave, the technician was reminding me to come back in 2 weeks and to have it done regularly. I have sensitive skin but when my skin reacts, the effects last long. Like now, it's like I'm in puberty with the breakouts on my cheeks! Anyway, she asked me what I'm using on my skin, and I told her I also use Vitamin E oil. Then she told me to stop because I already have oily skin and it'll make it worse. I remembered what you said here! I didn't say anything to her, but in my head, I was like, "Well, a beauty editor I know said that 'there's a beauty theory around that suggests applying oil on one's face signals the skin to produce less of it, because there's enough on the surface.'" Haha! I really enjoy reading your posts. :)
ReplyDeleteAww, thanks for the "support," KV! :) It's really good to see how something reacts to your own skin, and work from there. I love the jojoba oil, and when I notice blemishes, I apply benzoyl peroxide cream first as an initial layer/buffer :)
ReplyDeleteMy friend also recommends rosehip oil, and my coworker just got a bottle. That'll be next on my essential oil list.
i get curious with the jojoba oil. is it a brand? is it only sold online?
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Hi, MSN! Thank you for the comment. I believe you can get Jojoba Oil from stores that sell aromatherapy products. a few years ago Crabtree & Evelyn had a jojoba-oil-based massage oil. If not buying from Acne.org, my best bet would be Amazon :)
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