Borage oil is a transparent yellow to light green oil with a fine, light texture. It is commonly referred to as a “dry” oil because of its fast absorption. All borage oil has a strong natural odour, although this can be masked with essential oils if used in an oil-only blend. When used in creams and lotions, the odour of the borage oil will also become less noticeable.
This oil has 0.5% Vitamin E (Tocopherol) added as an antioxidant which will reduce the potential oxidation of the oil whilst it is in the bottle. That Vitamin E is itself in Sunflower Seed Oil to make the tocopherol pourable. This is the only way to ensure we have a potent product that is effective.
Borage oil has an exceptionally high content of Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA), which helps combat skin dryness. It is ideal both for use on the skin and in hair care. Because of the fast-absorbing, “dry” feel of this oil, it’s recommended you mix it with some heavier, richer oils in your blends. Combining with Castor oil, macadamia nut oil or shea butter oil to increase the overall functionality as well as to improve the sensorial feel on the skin.
