What is jojoba topical?
Jojoba is a shrub, and jojoba wax and oil are produced from the seeds. It is also known as Buxus chinensis, Deernut, Goatnut, Huile de Jojoba, Jojoba Oil, Pignut, Simmondsia californica, Simmondsia chinensis, and other names.
Jojoba has been used in alternative medicine for Alzheimer's disease, acne, psoriasis, sunburn, chapped skin, hair loss and as mosquito repellant as well as other uses. However, its effectiveness for these uses is not proven with research.
It is not certain whether jojoba is effective in treating any medical condition. Medicinal use of this product has not been approved by the FDA. Jojoba should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.
Jojoba is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
Jojoba may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.