borage seed oil
Light, non-greasy oil with a subtle, nutty aroma, Borage Seed Oil is a specialty oil / emollient that formulators reach for in hair, nail & skin formulations. A versatile staple for the maker's cabinet.
vegan · single-ingredient · palm-free · refrigerate · hexane-free · cold-pressed
- inci
- borago officinalis seed oil
- role
- specialty oil / emollient
- form
- liquid; golden yellow
- aroma
- subtle, nutty
- solubility
- oil-miscible; insoluble in water
- use level
- low — typically a small percentage of the oil phase as a nutrient booster; confirm per tds
- shelf life
- 12 months
01in the workshop
- a the gla standard-bearer borage is the richest common source of gamma-linolenic acid.
- b targeted facial serums the strongest GLA statement per drop.
- c booster economics meaningful at just a few percent of the oil phase.
- d fragile among the most oxidation-prone oils; refrigerate and batch small.
- e pairs with antioxidants vitamin E alongside is near-mandatory practice.
handle with care
Caution: For external use only. Do not ingest. Avoid contact with eyes and the skin around the eyes. Keep out of reach of children.
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maker reviews & questions
questions
kimiya staffIt's sold as a single-ingredient cosmetic material for external use; many makers do use it neat. Patch-test first, and keep it out of eyes.
kimiya staffStore cool, dark and tightly sealed; shelf life is 12 months unopened (see label for lot dates). Rich natural materials last longest kept away from heat and light.