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But is jojoba oilactuallygood for acne-prone skin?
According to the experts we spoke to, yes.
What is jojoba oil?
The first thing to know about jojoba oil is that it technically isn’t an oil at all.
“In a moisturizer, jojoba oil can help maintain theskin barrier.”
Is jojoba oil actually good for acne-prone skin?
But its sebum-like chemical structure isn’t the only reason jojoba oil is so well-suited to people with acne.
Whoshouldn’tuse jojoba oil?
But like everything else in life, it’s not perfect, and there are exceptions to the rule.
How can you add jojoba oil to your skin-care routine?
She adds that it can be applied directly to the hair, skin, and nails without being diluted.
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