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Borago Officinalis Seed Oil

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Plant extracts

Borago Officinalis Seed Oil at a glance

  • Commonly called borage oil
  • Good source of antioxidants
  • Rich source of barrier-supporting fatty acids
  • Contains ceramide-building linoleic acid
  • Also has skin-soothing properties

Borago Officinalis Seed Oil description

_Borago officinalis_ seed oil is a non-fragrant, moisturising plant oil that’s a rich source of the essential fatty acid gamma linolenic acid.

Related ingredients: Almond/Borage/Linseed/Olive Acids Glycerides Borage Seed Oil

Products with Borago Officinalis Seed Oil

Omega+ Complex Moisturiser
Routine Step 1 Routine Step 2 Routine Step 3 Routine Step 4 Routine Step 5
Step 5 Moisturiser PM: A nighttime moisturiser provides your skin with the right ingredients, stimulating smoother, younger-looking and firmer skin
Moisturisers Omega+ Complex Moisturiser
Normal skin, Dry skin
£39.00
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Borago Officinalis Seed Oil references

  • Molecules, January 2023, pages 1-19
  • Acta Scientiarum Polonorum Hortorum Cultus, December 2020, pages 79-90
  • Asian Pacific Journal of Topical Medicine, September 2014, Pages S22-S28

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

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