Jojoba Oil: The Oil That Thinks It’s Your Skin
Jojoba oil is one of those ingredients that’s been quietly doing everything right for decades — moisturising, balancing, healing — and yet it still feels a little underrated. At Queen Cannabie, we consider it one of the unsung heroes in our wellness-focused skincare lineup.
But here’s the part most people don’t realise: jojoba oil isn’t actually an oil at all. Technically, it’s a wax ester — and that’s what makes it so uniquely compatible with human skin.
In fact, your skin recognises jojoba oil because it mimics the structure of your skin’s own sebum (natural oil). That means it absorbs quickly, doesn’t clog pores, and helps regulate oil production — whether your skin is dry, oily or somewhere in between.
What makes jojoba oil so special?
It might be gentle, but jojoba oil is a multitasker. It offers hydration, protection and healing — all without the heaviness of traditional oils.
1. It balances your skin’s oil levels
Whether you’re dealing with dryness or shine, jojoba oil helps restore balance. Because it’s so similar to your skin’s own oil, it sends a signal that says “we’re good here” — which can actually reduce excess oil production.
2. It moisturises without blocking pores
Unlike heavier oils that can feel sticky or suffocating, jojoba oil is lightweight and non-comedogenic. That makes it perfect for facial skincare, especially if you’re prone to breakouts or sensitivity.
3. It soothes inflammation and irritation
Thanks to its natural anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, jojoba oil can help calm skin flare-ups, ease redness and even support wound healing. It’s especially helpful for people with acne, eczema or sensitivity.
4. It protects your skin barrier
Jojoba oil forms a soft, breathable layer over your skin, helping to lock in moisture and protect against environmental stressors — like dry air, wind or pollution.
A bit of jojoba history (because it’s more interesting than you think)
Jojoba oil has been used for centuries by Indigenous communities in the Sonoran Desert. They pressed the seeds of the jojoba plant to extract a golden wax that was used to treat wounds, sunburn and skin irritation.
In modern times, jojoba oil became more widely used after whale oil was banned. Why? Because its chemical structure was the closest plant-based match — making it a sustainable and ethical alternative that just so happened to be incredible for skin.
Where we use it at Queen Cannabie
Jojoba oil shows up in products where hydration and skin compatibility matter most. It blends beautifully with CBD and other botanicals to create lightweight, deeply nourishing treatments.
Spa-Facial Serum: This gentle serum uses jojoba oil as a base to deliver soothing hydration and a soft, dewy finish without any greasy residue.
Canna-Silk Moisturising Cream: Handcrafted with CBD and nourishing botanicals, Queen Cannabie’s Canna-Silk Cream delivers deep hydration to soothe and restore dry, irritated skin. It’s your go-to moisturiser for calm, radiant skin.
High Love Personal Lubricant: Yep, even here. Jojoba’s smooth texture and skin-compatibility make it ideal for intimacy-focused products too.
Why we keep going back to jojoba oil
We love jojoba oil because it makes our products better — for all skin types. It’s gentle, smart and universally useful. Whether you’re dealing with dryness, oiliness, irritation or breakouts, jojoba steps in and brings balance. It also helps deliver CBD and essential oils more effectively into the skin — which means you get more from every drop.
Fun Fact
Because jojoba oil is technically a wax, it doesn’t go rancid like most oils. That means it has an exceptionally long shelf life — which also makes it a natural choice for preservative-free skincare.
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