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Jojoba vs Zinc Skin

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Jojoba

Simmondsia chinensis

Skin and Topical

Zinc Skin

Zinc oxide/gluconate

Skin and Topical

Description

Desert shrub producing liquid wax ester similar to human sebum.

Essential mineral for skin healing, acne treatment, and sun protection.

Active Compounds

Wax esters, Vitamin E, Phytosterols, Simmondsin

Zinc oxide, Zinc gluconate, Zinc PCA

Traditional Uses

Dry skin, Hair care, Acne, Wound healing

Wound healing, Diaper rash, Acne, Sun protection, Eczema

Modern Uses

Moisturizer, Sebum balancer, Carrier oil

Skin healer, Anti-acne, Physical sunscreen, Anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

Topical: apply as needed to skin or hair

Topical: zinc oxide cream freely; Oral: 15-30mg zinc daily

Contraindications

Rare jojoba allergy

Copper deficiency (long-term oral), Zinc allergy (very rare)

Side Effects

Rare skin reactions

Dry skin (topical), GI upset (oral), Copper depletion

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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