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

Examples of jojoba in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Featuring ingredients like jojoba wax spheres complex to remove dead skin cells, wheat germ oil to soften the skin, and an algae complex to even out skin texture, this formula can help treat and prevent body breakouts through physical exfoliation. —Daley Quinn, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2025

Infused with aloe vera, jojoba oil, and vitamin E, the creamy color is gentle on fragile hair and enhances color for up to eight washes. —Jenny Berg, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2025

Alongside rice bran extract, the formula blends olive oil (to whisk away makeup and excess sebum), sunflower seed oil (to soothe and moisturize), macadamia seed oil (to strengthen your barrier), jojoba seed oil (to balance and refine), and tocopherol for an extra antioxidant boost. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 12 Dec. 2025

Its non-greasy texture is powered by jojoba oil and has little to no scent. —Essence, 2 Dec. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Mexican Spanish, of Uto-Aztecan origin; akin to O'odham hohowai jojoba, Yaqui hohoovam

First Known Use

1900, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for jojoba

• oba