Jojoba Granules Green, 1 kg

Why manufacturers are switching from plastic beads to jojoba wax granules

Green jojoba granules are crushed jojoba wax colored with natural pigments, one of the most in-demand biodegradable exfoliants in the modern personal care industry. Global demand for such granules has grown sharply as manufacturers move away from polyethylene microbeads, now restricted in cleansing formulations across many markets. This shift is exactly why the ingredient plays such a central role in the Scrubs for Cosmetic Production category, where formulators need natural yet technically reliable particles of consistent size for face and body products.

The primary application of jojoba granules lies in body scrubs and exfoliants, exfoliating shower gels, resurfacing creams, and professional spa treatments. Because the particles polish skin gently without micro-tearing, they are frequently used in children's lines and sensitive-skin facial formulas. Beyond personal care, granulated jojoba wax is also found in abrasive toothpaste formulas, in industrial hand-cleaning pastes used on production floors contaminated with oils and greases, and occasionally as a decorative filler in candles and soap, where its role is mostly textural rather than functional.

The green shade makes these granules particularly suited to botanical, cucumber, or herbal-themed formulas, pairing naturally with green and minty fragrance profiles. For multicolor or contrasting scrub textures, green jojoba granules are often blended with other batches: Scrub Granules Black for a deep detox-style scrub, Scrub Granules Fuchsia for vibrant summer textures, or Scrub Granules Currant for berry-inspired lines. Combining batches like these lets brands achieve visually rich products without relying on synthetic dyes.

Jojoba granules should be added at the final, cool-down stage of production, once the base emulsion or gel has dropped below roughly 40-45 degrees Celsius, since higher temperatures can melt the wax structure and cause the particles to lose their shape and exfoliating quality. A typical usage rate ranges from 3% to 10% of the finished product's weight, depending on the desired abrasiveness: 3-5% suits gentle facial formulas, while body and foot scrubs may use up to 8-10%. The granules are compatible with most emulsifiers, carrier oils, glycerin, and gum- or cellulose-based thickeners, making them a versatile choice across a wide range of viscosities.

Store the granules in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container, away from direct sunlight and humidity that could cause clumping. The 1 kg pack size is well suited to small-batch and studio-scale production - independent cosmetic labs, workshops producing limited runs, and product developers who need a consistent, reliable batch without committing to bulk industrial volumes.

Refreshing green tea body scrub

Emulsified scrub base 680 g

Green jojoba granules 65 g

Jojoba oil 45 g

Honey 30 g

Green tea extract 15 g

Distilled water 165 g