Made in France, Naturally-derived, Fragrance-free, Vegan
Regenerating
Firming and regenerating, borage botanical oil is mature skin's best friend.
Product Indications
Borage botanical oil is suitable for dry, mature, and damaged skin. It's also suitable for sensitive skin types.
Apply borage oil to treat fine lines and wrinkles or alleviate cases of skin sensitivity.
Infuse borage oil in your hair care products, masks or nail serums for enhanced nourishment.
These facts are shared for informational purposes only. Typology doesn't claim to offer medical advice. To learn more therapeutic uses of this ingredient, please consult your physician.
Properties of borage botanical oil
Rich in omega-6, borage botanical oil is known for its restorative, antioxidant, and regenerating properties. It nourishes and softens the skin and contributes to the protection of the skin's hydrolipidic film barrier.
For hair, borage botanical oil is known to strengthen the hair fibre while providing shine.
Storage
Botanical oils are sensitive to oxidation. We recommend storing them in a cool, dark place and keeping them sealed in their existing airtight amber bottle.
Ingredient
This oil has been cold-pressed from nourishing borage seeds.
The name of the borage, a sweat-inducing flower, comes from the Arabic "abou rach" meaning "father of sweat." Borage botanical oil comes from its seeds which are rich in omega-6.
Characteristics of borage vegetable oil
Botanical name: Borago Officinalis seed oil
Appearance: yellow to yellow-green liquid
Odor: characteristic of borage
Main constituents: Linoleic acid, palmitic acid, gamma linolenic acid, oleic acidCOMPLETE INGREDIENT LIST
INGREDIENTS: Borago Officinalis seed oil.
100% of ingredients of natural origin.
Sources
Aromatherapy scientific and medical treatise Essential Oils - Michel Faucon
The Living Earth Guide to Essential Oils - Dr Françoise Couic MarinierThis information is for information purposes only and is taken from reference publications in aromatherapy. It does not engage the responsibility of Typology or constitute medical information. For any therapeutic use, please consult a doctor.
FAQ
All your frequently asked questions about Botanical Oil — Borage
- QuestionHello, how do I use this hair oil? Thank you and have a nice day.Responseyou can leave it on your hair in a bath of oil :) on the lengths especially!By TypologyWas this review helpful?
Reviews
This product is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars. We have collected more than 23 reviews.
- Teresa C.Verified buyerReviewed on November 3, 2020
Soothing, nourishing night oil. I
Soothing, nourishing night oil. I used the oil with my jade facial roller.Was this review helpful? - Timothy F.Verified buyerUnited Kingdom, September 4, 2020
Bought for the beard which
Bought for the beard which is great. 4 stars as one aspect of the product only.Was this review helpful? - Hatty B.Verified buyerUnited Kingdom, June 28, 2020
excellent oil at a great price
lovey face and body oil. not greasy but super nourishing for my skin.Was this review helpful? - Jacques L.Verified buyerFrance, May 17, 2020
- Skin Type: Oily
- Age range: Between 20 and 40 years old
- Sensitive skin: No
J adore
I really like its thick texture, the touch of my skin is silky, I recommend it.Translated from French.
Was this review helpful? - GaëtanVerified buyerFrance, May 9, 2020
- Skin Type: Dry
- Age range: Between 20 and 40 years old
- Sensitive skin: Yes
Nourishing
I mix it with the hemp oil. I use it instead on my dry body and legs. Smell not great but perfect for the skin.Translated from French.
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