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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Well People Bio Bronzing Priming Serum Buy Now for $25 This silky formula, which has hydrating aloe vera and nourishing jojoba oil, helps makeup last longer and can also be worn on its own for a glowy boost. —

Jackie Fields, Peoplemag, 11 Sep. 2024 The hair oil comes in a squeeze bottle with an easy-to-use applicator tip that delivers nourishing ingredients (including olive oil, jojoba oil, and coconut oil) to the scalp. —

Brittany Leitner, StyleCaster, 6 Sep. 2024 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 See all Example Sentences for jojoba