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

The sensitive-skin friendly formula includes hydrating jojoba oil, hyaluronic acid, CoQ10 to reinforce the skin barrier, and willow’s bark extract (salicylic acid) to keep pores clear. —Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 28 Jan. 2026

Hyaluronic acid and jojoba oil provide moisture without heaviness, while vitamin C works to reduce discoloration and even skin tone. —Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 26 Jan. 2026

Lightweight oils like jojoba and squalane suit sensitive or irritation-prone skin, while slightly richer picks like rosehip or evening primrose can deeply nourish very dry, mature complexions. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2026

Castor oil is very thick and sticky, and should also be mixed with a few drops of castor oil with a carrier oil like coconut oil, jojoba oil, or argan oil. —Carley Millhone, Health, 1 Jan. 2026

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