Borage Seed Oil
INCI: Borago Officinalis Seed Oil
Reviewed by Emma · Last updated 14 Aug 2026
Also known as: Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Borago officinalis extract, Borago officinalis oil
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What Is Borage Seed Oil?
Non-fragrant, moisturizing plant oil that’s a rich source of the essential fatty acid gamma linolenic acid. Also listed as Borago officinalis extract or oil.
Clinical Evidence & References
Published Research
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Borage oil: GLA-rich oil for skin health Br J Nutr, 2002
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Borage seed oil for atopic dermatitis J Dermatolog Treat, 2004
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Borage Seed Oil is a variant of Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, the form you will most often see on an ingredients list.
Commonly called borage oil Good source of antioxidants
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