Borago officinalis seed oil
AKA “Borage Oil, Borage Seed Oil, Starflower Oil”
Essential Oil
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Ingredient Facts
Borago officinalis seed oil
AKA: Borage Oil, Borage Seed Oil, Starflower Oil
Essential Oil · Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Antioxidant | Soothing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Emollient
Soothing
Skin Conditioner
Essential Oil
Clean
Borage seed oil from the Mediterranean nourishes and softens skin with its naturally rich emollients, helping to smooth and hydrate for a more comfortable complexion.
Family
Boraginaceae (Borage family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Annual
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
225234-12-8
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Mediterranean. Derived from the seeds of Borago officinalis, a Mediterranean plant in the Boraginaceae family. Cold-pressed from the dried seeds to extract the oil.
Plant Source
Boraginaceae (Borage family)
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Skin Conditioning | Emollient | Antioxidant | Soothing
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Borage has been used in European herbal medicine and traditional skincare since the Middle Ages for its high content of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) and linoleic acid. Historically used to soothe irritated skin, reduce inflammation, and support skin barrier function.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR