Table of Contents:

Chapter 1 | Hoba (jojoba oil) - chemistry of the oil

Chapter 2 | Zinc in jojoba oil

Chapter 3 | Copper in jojoba oil

Chapter 4 | 10 best uses of jojoba oil

Let’s dive a little deeper into 2 main components of this incredible liquid plant wax to highlight how it benefits your skin at a cellular level. Along with high amounts of Vit E, A and D, and all 8 B vitamins, jojoba also contains significant amounts of the minerals zinc and copper! Wow, what a powerhouse!!

Zinc is an essential mineral in maintaining the health of our skin. It is needed for the stability of cell walls and is crucial for healthy collagen formation, making it an important player In supporting the integrity of the skin. Due to its ability to act as an antioxidant, zinc prevents wrinkle formation at the molecular level. We need zinc in our bodies and our skin care!

Our skin is our body’s largest organ, and zinc’s effectiveness in balancing the microbiome on the surface of our skin makes it barrier protective. Having a healthy, protected skin barrier is key for a radiant complexion. When our barrier is compromised, that’s when irritation, redness, inflammation, uneven texture and breakouts can start to wreak havoc. 

Having enough zinc internally is super important for so many reasons. This mighty mineral boosts our immune system and aids in healing after an injury, along with all of the benefits for skin health. We may feel we get lots of zinc in our diet, but unfortunately our soil is becoming more and more depleted of nutrients due to farming methods, and it is very challenging to ingest enough zinc through our foods. 

Katari Hoba comes from the most fertile soils on Earth, from the Delta of the Nile, where annual floods for thousands of years have been bringing nutrient-rich deposits from the entire African continent, keeping lands naturally fertilized and plants that grow there filled with potent micro-elements.

Copper is another star mineral that is found in our pure Hoba oil. It is an essential nutrient for the body and playsan important role in the synthesis of skin proteins (aka collagen and elastin) making it a must have for healthy aging. This mineral is also anti bacterial and anti fungal and works to protect and repair the skin. One of the coolest properties of copper is its ability to promote the production of Hyaluronic Acid (HLA) in our skin. 

HLA is found in almost every cell, and is especially prevalent in our skin cells. It is vital to maintaining the hydration levels in our skin and works to give a plumping effect to the surface, which gives the appearance of smoother skin with less wrinkle depth. Copper increases firmness without irritation, making it a must have in beauty products!

A reverence for the properties of copper can be traced back to Ancient Egypt. The holy Ankh, known as the “key of life” symbolized eternal life or “breath of life” and was also the symbol for the sacred metal, copper! How fascinating! The amazing benefits of copper have been recognized and honoured for thousands of years. 

TIP: foods that contain copper include avocados/lentils/almonds/ dark chocolate/ and asparagus. 

*Note: We are typically not deficient in copper due to the use of copper pipes, copper cookware etc.