Jojoba alcohol is the alcohol fraction obtained by the saponification of jojoba oil. Jojoba alcohol is commonly used in cosmetic formulations.
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Chemical structure
Jojoba alcohol is a mixture of free fatty alcohols of between 16 and 24 Carbons in chain length. CAS Number: 1217546-42-3
Physical properties
Jojoba alcohol is a clear, colorless liquid at room temperature.
Uses
Jojoba alcohol has shown efficacy against cold sores, genital herpes, and varicella zoster virus (shingles). This is described in US Patent: 6,858,232. It is believed the Jojoba alcohol works as a viral fusion inhibitor, which suppresses viral entry into host cells.
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