Borage Leaf Extract
AKA “Borago Officinalis (Borage) Leaf Extract, Starflower Extract”
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Borage leaf extract
AKA: Borago Officinalis (Borage) Leaf Extract, Starflower Extract
Extract · Skin Conditioning
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Not Clean
Borage Leaf Extract is a cosmetic ingredient.
Family
Boraginaceae (Borage family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Traditional Use
Traditional use in European herbalism dating back to the Middle Ages, where borage was consumed and applied topically to treat inflammation and skin conditions. The plant was valued in medieval medicine for its cooling and moisturizing properties, often recommended for irritated or sensitive skin.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Sensitivity
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · CIR