Borago officinalis seed oil is obtained from the seeds of the borage plant using a cold-pressing method. Borage seed oil is used in many of our skin care products.
When used in creams, borage seed oil acts as a skin conditioning, occlusive agent.
Borage oil reduces water loss from the skin by replenishing the lipid composition of the epidermis due to its high content of linolenic acid. It helps to strengthen a healthy skin barrier for a flawless and youthful complexion.
By improving the skin barrier, borage oil also reduces the likelihood of skin infections.
Улучшая состояние кожного барьера, масло огуречника также снижает вероятность кожных инфекций.
Fatty acid profile 10 %
Palmitic acid Protective function 5 %
Stearic acid Close to human sebum, has nourishing, strengthening and protective properties 20 %
Oleic acid (omega-9) Soothing, anti-inflammatory and regenerating effect, maintains elasticity, suppleness and hydration of the skin 35 %
Linoleic acid (omega-6) Maintains the barrier function of the skin 20 %
Gamma-linolenic acid (omega-6) Anti-inflammatory, soothing, healing and regenerating, maintains the barrier function and hydration of the skin.
Based on the history of safe use in food products and data indicating that borage oil is not a skin irritant or sensitizer, we conclude that the fatty acid in borage seed oil is safe for use in cosmetic products.
Valued since ancient times, borage oil with a high concentration of omega-6 and vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant, is a true elixir of youth. With a significant regenerating and softening effect, its use is especially recommended for slowing down the skin aging process and restoring its elasticity and tone.