Jojoba Beads

INCI Name

Jojoba Esters

Botanical Name

Simmondsia chinensis

Jojoba Beads (Jojoba Esters) are solid, biodegradable exfoliating particles derived from jojoba oil. They provide gentle, non-irritating exfoliation while conditioning the skin, making them a sustainable alternative to plastic microbeads.

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Primary Function
Abrasive/Exfoliant
Add'l Function
Emollient
Scent Profile
Odorless
Neutral
Is It Natural?
Naturally Derived (Refined)
Formulate with Confidence

Botanical Building Blocks for Every Blend

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Skin Type Suitability

All
Normal
Oily
Combination
Blemish-Prone
Baby/Child Safe
Considered Safe for Babies
Considered Safe for Teens
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Typical Product Use

Abrasive exfoliant, skin conditioning, emollient

Product Type(s):

Scrub
Cleanser
Exfoliator
Mask
Gel

Typical Usage Range:

1–10% in scrubs and cleansers; adjust based on exfoliation intensity desired

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Supportive Qualities

Provides gentle physical exfoliation, polishes skin surface, biodegradable alternative to microplastic beads, non-irritating

Primary Components:

Saturated wax esters derived from jojoba oil

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Important to Know

Generally safe; overuse may cause mechanical irritation; avoid on broken or highly sensitive skin

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Sourcing Tips

Preferred Extraction Method:

Hydrogenation of jojoba oil followed by bead formation

Choose sustainably produced, biodegradable jojoba beads; available in various particle sizes and colors

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More information*

Explore additional safety and regulatory data from trusted external sources:

Cosmetics Info
Cosmetic Ingredient Review
EWG's Skin Deep
INCIDecoder
SkinSAFE
SpecialChem

*The ingredient details on this page are intended for general educational use and should not be considered exhaustive. Additional properties, uses, or safety considerations may be available from other sources. Root & Ritual Apothecary is not affiliated with Cosmetics Info, Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), INCIDecoder, SkinSafe, EWG Skin Deep, or SpecialChem. External links are provided solely for informational purposes; Root & Ritual does not control or guarantee the accuracy, methodology, or conclusions of third-party sources, including consumer rating systems such as EWG.