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Jojoba ester

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Jojoba ester

Topical formulas with hydrolyzed jojoba esters reduce water loss to keep skin reliably hydrated and soft. This ingredient suits dry skin and oily skin particularly well when applied in lightweight serums. Because it layers easily, it fits smoothly into any daily skincare routine.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2008

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Questions and answers

What does jojoba ester do for the skin?

Jojoba ester helps improve skin hydration by reducing water loss, especially when combined with glycerol. It may also provide longer-lasting moisture retention compared to using moisturizing agents alone.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2008

How do you use jojoba ester?

You can use jojoba ester in topical skincare formulations to help reduce moisture loss through the skin. It may be combined with ingredients like glycerol to improve skin hydration.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2008

Should you use jojoba ester in the morning or at night?

You can use jojoba ester morning or night to help lock in moisture and support skin hydration throughout the day. Using it alongside glycerin may also improve skin barrier retention over time.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2008

Can you use jojoba ester every day?

Yes, you can use jojoba ester every day as it helps improve skin hydration. Studies show it may reduce water loss when paired with ingredients like glycerol.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2008

Does jojoba ester cause purging or irritation?

Jojoba ester is unlikely to cause purging or irritation as it is a gentle, skin-compatible emollient.

Which skin types is jojoba ester best for?

Jojoba ester is best for dry skin, where Dermalogica Melting Moisture Masque and Fresh Black Tea Advanced Age Renewal Cream achieve a High fit. For oily skin, Murad AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser and Revision Skincare Black Mask achieve a Superior fit. It also provides strong fits across combination, sensitive, acne-prone, mature, and dark spot skin types.

Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2008

Research on jojoba ester

Behind this ingredient guide

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  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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