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Emollient

Borage Seed Oil

Often labeled as: Starflower Oil

The highest natural source of anti-inflammatory GLA.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 2 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

Contains up to 24% Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA), an omega-6 fatty acid that is scientifically proven to suppress inflammatory skin conditions.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Rapidly calms eczema, dermatitis, and severe skin irritation.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Has a slightly heavy, clinical scent, but the healing benefits are unmatched.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is just another moisturizing oil.

The Science

It is actively medicinal for inflammatory conditions due to its extreme GLA content.