Jojoba oil is an oil-like wax extracted from the seeds of the jojoba plant. Manufacturers began adding the oil to cosmetics and food in the 1970s. It’s incredibly versatile, and its uses are too numerous to count. One of its most popular purposes is for cosmetics. It’s found in a variety of hair, skin, and nail products. Today, you’re most likely to find jojoba oil in beauty and hair care products of many kinds.