Borage Carrier Oil
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Description
Borage Carrier Oil gives formulations a soft, substantial feel with a more skin-focused identity than many everyday carrier oils. It spreads with a medium-rich glide and leaves a noticeable finish that remains gently present after application.
It works well in facial oils, creams, balms and targeted skincare blends where the formula should feel considered and ingredient-led. It is not a dry or disappearing oil. That presence can be useful in richer products, but it needs balance in lighter textures. Used too heavily, Borage Carrier Oil can make a product feel oily, slow or heavier than customers expect.
Shelf life: Users can expect a shelf life of 24 months with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight). Refrigeration after opening is recommended
Details
| Botanical Name | Borago Officinalis |
| Plant Part | Seeds |
| Method of Extraction | Cold Pressed |
| Processing Type | RBDW |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Common uses | Small amounts (10% or less) of Borage is often added to other carrier oils for fortification. Often used to treat dry, acne or eczema prone skin as its very penetrating. It's quick absorption into the skin, and lack of greasy feel makes it ideal for use in face or skin oils, anti-wrinkle face oils and serums and eye contour products. Borage is a favourite ingredient in skin rejuvenation and scar treatment products. |
| Colour | Clear Pale Yellow |
| Consistency | Typical and Characteristic of Carrier Oils. |
| Aromatic Scent | Description: Borage has very little scent characteristic of most carrier oils, though it does have a slightly sweet tone. |
| Absorption | Very slowly absorbed into the skin |
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Cautions
Borage is not recommended for use during pregnancy.
