Organic Borage Seed Oil (Starflower)

Nature's Richest Source of Skin-Loving GLA

Deeply nourishing and exceptionally supportive, Dreaming Earth Botanicals' Organic Borage Seed Oil is one of the most prized specialty carrier oils for dry, sensitive, and mature skin. Cold pressed from the seeds of Borago officinalis, this luxurious botanical oil is naturally rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA)—an essential Omega-6 fatty acid renowned for helping support the skin's natural moisture barrier and promoting a soft, healthy-looking complexion.

Also known as Starflower Oil, Borage Seed Oil has been treasured for centuries in traditional skincare and remains a favorite ingredient in premium facial serums, restorative body oils, barrier-supportive creams, and advanced anti-aging formulations.

Product Details

Botanical Name: Borago officinalis

Common Name: Starflower Oil

Origin: Zimbabwe

Family: Boraginaceae

Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed

Source: Seeds

Aroma: Mild • Earthy • Green

Texture: Lightweight to Medium Weight

Skin Feel: Rich • Deeply Nourishing • Restorative • Easily Absorbed

Shelf Life: Approximately 12 months (refrigeration recommended after opening)

Key Natural Constituents

Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA/Omega-6) • Linoleic Acid (Omega-6) • Oleic Acid (Omega-9) • Palmitic Acid • Stearic Acid • Tocopherols (Vitamin E)

Blends Well With

Rosehip Seed Oil • Jojoba Oil • Sweet Almond Oil • Apricot Kernel Oil • Argan Oil • Prickly Pear Seed Oil • Lavender • Frankincense • Geranium • Helichrysum • Rose essential oils

Description & Uses

The beautiful Borage plant, recognized by its vibrant blue, star-shaped flowers, has long been valued in traditional herbal wellness and natural skincare. Its tiny seeds produce one of the world's richest botanical sources of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), making Borage Seed Oil especially beneficial for skin that feels dry, delicate, mature, or environmentally stressed.

This luxurious carrier oil helps replenish moisture while supporting the skin's natural lipid barrier, promoting softness, suppleness, and lasting hydration. Because of its unique fatty acid profile, Borage Oil is frequently incorporated into premium facial serums, restorative creams, body oils, balms, and barrier-supportive skincare formulations.

Although wonderfully nourishing on its own, Borage Seed Oil is often blended with lighter carrier oils such as Jojoba, Apricot Kernel, Sweet Almond, or Rosehip Seed Oil to create beautifully balanced facial oils and body treatments.

Traditional Uses: skin conditioning, moisture barrier support, facial care, mature skin formulations, restorative body oils, soothing skincare blends.

Why You'll Love It

Rich in Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA)

One of nature's richest botanical sources of GLA, helping support the skin's natural moisture barrier and long-lasting hydration.

Deeply Nourishing

Provides intensive moisture for dry, mature, environmentally stressed, or depleted skin without leaving a heavy finish.

Supports Healthy-Looking Skin

Naturally occurring essential fatty acids and Vitamin E help promote a smooth, radiant, and healthy-looking complexion.

Excellent for Sensitive Skin Formulations

Frequently chosen for skincare products designed for delicate, reactive, or easily stressed skin.

A Premium Formulator's Favorite

An exceptional specialty oil for facial serums, creams, lotions, body oils, and restorative skincare blends.

Ways to Use

Facial Serum Booster

Add several drops to your favorite facial oil or moisturizer for additional nourishment and moisture support.

Targeted Dryness Care

Apply directly, or blend into creams and body oils, to help comfort areas that feel especially dry or rough.

Create a Balanced Facial Blend

For everyday use, combine Borage Seed Oil at 5–20% with lighter carrier oils such as:

• Jojoba Oil

• Rosehip Seed Oil

• Sweet Almond Oil

• Apricot Kernel Oil

Nourishing Body Oil

Blend with your favorite carrier oils and massage into clean skin after bathing to help maintain soft, hydrated skin.

DIY Skincare

Excellent for facial serums, lotions, creams, body butters, balms, massage oils, after-sun products, and handcrafted skincare formulations.

Perfect For

• Dry and mature skin

• Sensitive or reactive skin

• Facial serums

• Barrier-supportive skincare

• Moisturizers and creams

• Body oils

• After-sun care

• Professional and DIY formulations

Cautions

For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children.

As with all natural products, perform a patch test prior to first use, especially if you have sensitive or reactive skin.

If pregnant, nursing, or under medical care, consult your healthcare professional before use.

Store tightly sealed in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight. Refrigeration after opening is recommended to help preserve freshness and maximize shelf life.

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice or consultation with a qualified healthcare provider. Dreaming Earth Botanicals is not responsible for any adverse effects resulting from the use or misuse of our products.