What is organic borage oil?
Our borage oil, (also known as starflower oil) is cold pressed from the seed of organic borage plants. Borage seed oil is yellow in colour and has a neutral scent.
Borage oil has a high content of essential fatty acid like linoleic acid, palmetic acid and gamma linolenic acid (GLA). The high GLA content means that the seed oil is super hydrating and nourishing.
What is organic borage oil used for?
Borage seed oil has restoring and repairing affects in skincare and haircare recipes as it helps balance and retain moisture.
Borage oil has a low comedogenic rating of 2, so it is unlikely to clog pores. It is suitable for both oily and dry skin types.
Organic borage seed oil can be used in cosmetic products like moisturisers, creams, hair conditioners and face masks.
Because of the very high levels of the essential fatty acid gamma linolenic acid, borage oil has amazing soothing properties for skin.
It is said to help dry skin and skin conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and eczema. However, borage oil has not been proven to achieve these claims.
How to make your own skin treatment with borage oil
Ingredients
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350ml organic borage seed oil
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Essential oils (optional)
Method
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In a microwave or in a bowl over boiling water, melt the shea butter and coconut oil.
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Once the oils are melted, mix in the organic borage oil.
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If adding essential oils, weigh and add to the borage oil mixture.
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Mix the organic oils and butters together and leave to cool in the fridge until it starts to set.
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When ready, whisk the mixture for 5 to 10 minutes to create a whipped consistency.
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Now your skin treatment is ready to use!
FAQ’s
What is the INCI name for borage oil?
The INCI name for borage oil is borago officialis.
Where does our borage oil originate from?
Our organic borage seed oil is of mixed origin and is from China and UK.
