jojoba

noun

jo·jo·ba hə-ˈhō-bə

: a shrub or small tree (Simmondsia chinensis synonym S. californica) of the box family of southwestern North America with edible seeds that yield a valuable liquid wax used especially in cosmetics

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This includes ingredients like jojoba beads, finely ground materials like seeds, or tools like a buffing sponge that removes dead skin cells through manual scrubbing. —

Jamie Wilson, Glamour, 8 Aug. 2024 What’s more, the powders are enriched with nourishing vitamin E, jojoba seed oil, and honeysuckle flower—and free of talc, which can irritate sensitive skin. —

Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2024 This formula uses argan, olive, coconut, apricot, Marula, jojoba, and camellia oils to boost sleekness and softness, cutting down on frizz all the while. —

Annie Blackman, Allure, 10 Oct. 2024 Try using products containing jojoba oil, Shea butter, and others every morning and evening; over time, this should gradually soften the callus.7 Salicylic Acid Over-the-counter (OTC) salicylic acid products are designed to treat corns, warts, and calluses. —

Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 26 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for jojoba