{"product_id":"borage-oil-organic-cold-pressed-oil-pure","title":"Borage Oil – Organic, Cold Pressed","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eWhat is organic borage oil?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur borage oil, (also known as starflower oil) is cold pressed from the seed of organic borage plants. Borage seed oil is yellow in colour and has a neutral scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorage oil has a high content of essential fatty acid like linoleic acid, palmetic acid and gamma linolenic acid (GLA). The high GLA content means that the seed oil is super hydrating and nourishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is organic borage oil used for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorage seed oil has restoring and repairing affects in skincare and haircare recipes as it helps balance and retain moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorage oil has a low comedogenic rating of 2, so it is unlikely to clog pores. It is suitable for both oily and dry skin types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic borage seed oil can be used in cosmetic products like moisturisers, creams, hair conditioners and face masks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of the very high levels of the essential fatty acid gamma linolenic acid, borage oil has amazing soothing properties for skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is said to help dry skin and skin conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and eczema. However, borage oil has not been proven to achieve these claims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to make your own skin treatment with borage oil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e500g \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.co.uk\/products\/shea-butter-raw-unrefined-organic-100-pure-and-natural-25g-500g-1-kg\" title=\"Organic shea butter\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eorganic, unrefined shea butter\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e500g \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.co.uk\/products\/extra-virgin-coconut-oil-organic-raw-cold-pressed-pure-bulk\" title=\"Organic coconut oil\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eorganic, extra virgin coconut oil\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e350ml organic borage seed oil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.co.uk\/collections\/essential-oils\" title=\"Essential oils\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEssential oils\u003c\/a\u003e (optional)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMethod\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a microwave or in a bowl over boiling water, melt the shea butter and coconut oil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the oils are melted, mix in the organic borage oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf adding essential oils, weigh and add to the borage oil mixture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix the organic oils and butters together and leave to cool in the fridge until it starts to set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen ready, whisk the mixture for 5 to 10 minutes to create a whipped consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow your skin treatment is ready to use!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ’s\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the INCI name for borage oil?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe INCI name for borage oil is borago officialis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does our borage oil originate from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur organic borage seed oil is of mixed origin and is from China and UK.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TheSoapery","offers":[{"title":"10ml","offer_id":39407370567774,"sku":"BORORG10","price":4.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"50ml","offer_id":39407370600542,"sku":"BORORG50","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"100ml","offer_id":39407370633310,"sku":"BORORG100","price":12.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"250ml","offer_id":39407370666078,"sku":"BORORG250","price":19.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":39407370698846,"sku":"BORORG500","price":37.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Litre","offer_id":39407370731614,"sku":"BORORG1000","price":57.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 Litres","offer_id":39407370764382,"sku":"BORORG5000","price":237.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 litres","offer_id":39844736893022,"sku":"BORAGORG10L","price":436.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 litres","offer_id":39844737908830,"sku":"BORAGORG25L","price":1072.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1269\/7925\/products\/20200306_154621_clipped_rev_1-134392.jpg?v=1710764182","url":"https:\/\/www.thesoapery.be\/en\/products\/borage-oil-organic-cold-pressed-oil-pure","provider":"TheSoapery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}