INCI name

JOJOBA ESTERS

Jojoba esters

Esters obtained by modifying jojoba oil.

What it is

Jojoba esters are a mixture of esters produced by transesterification of jojoba oil, hydrogenated jojoba oil or both. CosIng lists them as an emollient, moisturising, skin-conditioning and soothing agent.

Where it is used

Used in creams, lip balms, body care products and, in bead form, in exfoliating products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

Functions

Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Moisturising
Increasing the water content of the skin and keeping it soft and smooth.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.
Soothing
Lightening discomfort of the skin or of the scalp.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (209)

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