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COMING SOONOrganic Premium Jojoba Oil
A premium organic jojoba oil concept for softer-feeling skin and an unhurried face and body ritual.
Premium organic jojoba oil is our starting point for a simple moisturising ritual for adult face and body care. I am developing it as a quiet part of everyday life: a few moments to slow down, notice your skin and care for yourself with intention.
“In the desert, life does not surrender; it learns how to hold what is precious.”
Maria Drury
Not available to purchase yet. Sizes, price and New Zealand delivery details will be confirmed before release.
Development details
Our focus is premium organic jojoba oil, thoughtful sourcing and a comfortable skin feel. The final composition, bottle format, price and directions for use will be confirmed before release.
We will publish the complete product information and appropriate directions before anything becomes available to buy.
THE BOTANICAL, WITH CONTEXT
Why we are exploring jojoba.
Often called an oil, jojoba is a liquid plant wax used in cosmetic care. Its emollient character makes it an interesting starting point for softer-feeling skin and a simple moisturising ritual. [1–4]
Jojoba’s native range includes Baja California and Sonora in Mexico, as well as parts of the southwestern United States. That connection with Mexico’s desert landscapes gives this botanical a meaningful place in the Naturalise story. The origin of our eventual retail supply will be confirmed separately. [1]
Moisturising potential.
A small human study found improved hydration in jojoba-treated dry skin after two weeks. It gives us a reason to explore the ingredient thoughtfully. [2]
A simpler care ritual.
We are developing an oil for moments of everyday face and body care: a little softness, an unhurried pause and a feeling of connection with nature.
Developed with care.
The finished product, its suitability and its directions for use still need to be confirmed. Ingredient research guides the work; the future Naturalise product has not yet been tested.
Read the sources
1. The botanical and its Mexican connection
Botanical background from the University of Arizona Campus Arboretum and the USDA Forest Service.
University of Arizona · Jojoba ↗USDA Forest Service · Native distribution ↗2. Jojoba and hydration in dry skin · 2018
A randomised, open-label pilot study followed 32 people with dry skin for two weeks. Hydration increased in jojoba-treated areas, alongside the other moisturisers. No statistically significant difference in hydration or water loss was demonstrated between products; an early rise in water loss was also recorded. This small, short study supports moisturising potential, rather than a claim of superior barrier repair.
Vaughn et al. · Natural oils, xerosis and skin barrier properties ↗3. How oils interact with the skin surface · 2008
An in-vivo study examined oil uptake in the upper skin layers and changes in skin water profiles. It offers useful context for topical oils; it does not establish long-term results for a future Naturalise product.
Stamatas et al. · Lipid uptake and skin occlusion ↗4. Jojoba-derived esters in a moisturising lotion · 2008
A separate preliminary study examined hydrolysed jojoba esters combined with glycerol in a lotion. Those processed esters and that complete formulation differ from pure jojoba oil. Its 24-hour findings should not be transferred to our developing oil.
Meyer et al. · Jojoba esters and glycerol ↗Sources checked 29 October 2026. Research is presented as ingredient context, not as testing or endorsement of a Naturalise product.