This is not strictly an oil but a wax from the fruit (bean-like seeds) of the desert plant Simmondsia chinensis & is pressed & filtered. It's very similar to the moisturizer our own body produces called sebum.
Specific Uses: Useful for dry eczema & makes a good base for hair oil. It can be particularly beneficial for infantile eczema, cradle cap, & other dry skin complaints. Good for all skin types, but especially good for regulating overly dry or oily skin types. It's best used in a 10% dilution with another carrier oil. It helps it from getting rancid.