Borage Carrier Oil (Borago officinalis)

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Borago officinalis · Cold Pressed, Rich in GLA

Borage Carrier Oil

Borage Carrier Oil is a cold-pressed fixed oil from borage seeds (Borago officinalis), from China and India. Known as one of the richest natural sources of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) — up to around 25% — this borage (starflower) oil is a prized active oil for mature, dry and troubled skin.

At Kush Aroma Exports, our borage carrier oil is cold pressed to preserve its exceptional GLA content. As one of India's trusted essential oil manufacturers, suppliers and exporters, we supply every batch cold pressed for purity. Explore our full range of cold-pressed carrier oils or browse our natural essential oils to blend with them.

Quick Facts

Botanical NameBorago officinalis

Common NameBorage, starflower

FamilyBoraginaceae

SourceSeeds

OriginChina / India

ProcessingCold pressed

NotableOne of the richest sources of GLA (up to ~25%)

Comedogenic ratingLow-moderate (around 2)

Texture, Colour & Absorption

Borage oil is a pale-yellow liquid with a light characteristic scent. Its defining feature is an exceptionally high content of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), making it a prized active oil, often blended in small amounts into other carriers for its skin benefits.

Pairs well with

Borage is a rich active oil that pairs with skin-supporting essential oils, including:

Rose Frankincense Lavender Geranium Chamomile Neroli

The Richest Source of GLA

Borage (starflower) oil is famous as one of the richest natural sources of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an essential omega-6 fatty acid.

It is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, and is valued for mature and troubled skin.

How It Is Made

This oil is cold pressed from borage seeds, without heat, to preserve its exceptional GLA content. Explore more in our cold-pressed carrier oils collection.

Skin & Hair Benefits

Valued in skincare, haircare, massage and natural formulation for:

Rich in GLA — one of the richest natural sources of gamma-linolenic acid (up to ~25%).
Mature skin — valued for mature, dry and troubled skin.
Active oil — often blended in small amounts into other carriers for its benefits.
Nourishing — a good source of vitamins and minerals.

How to Use

As an active addition — blend a small proportion of borage oil into other carrier oils to boost their GLA content.
Standalone — use borage oil on its own for targeted care of mature or dry skin.
In formulation — add to serums and balms as an active oil.
Patch test first — patch test before wider use, especially on sensitive skin.

Related Oils You May Like

For more active, nourishing carrier oils, explore related materials: Black Cumin Seed Organic Carrier Oil, Baobab Organic Carrier Oil - Unrefined, Argan Organic Carrier Oil - Virgin, our cold-pressed carrier oils.

Caution: Generally well tolerated; being high in polyunsaturates it oxidises faster, so store cool and dark and use fresh. For external use; consult a professional before any internal use. Patch test before wider use.

Why Buy Borage Carrier Oil From Kush Aroma Exports

As a Government-recognised Star Export House and a trusted essential oil manufacturer, supplier, exporter and wholesaler of pure essential oils, carrier oils and naturals from Kannauj, India, we offer borage carrier oil in retail and bulk quantities, cold pressed for purity, with worldwide shipping and quality you can verify.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is borage carrier oil?

It is a cold-pressed fixed oil from borage (starflower) seeds (Borago officinalis), from China and India.

Why is it special?

It is one of the richest natural sources of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), up to around 25%.

How should I store it?

Being high in polyunsaturates it oxidises faster, so store cool and dark and use it fresh.

What is it used for?

As an active oil for mature and dry skin, often blended into other carriers.

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Typical Composition · Qualitative

Key Constituents

Borage oil is defined by its high gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) content, with linoleic and oleic acids. Typical qualitative profile below; batch values vary.

Fatty acid / componentTypical Character

ClassNote

Linoleic acid (omega-6)Nourishing — principal (often ~35%)

ClassPolyunsaturated — main marker

gamma-Linolenic acid (GLA)Skin-supporting — defining feature (~20-25%)

ClassPolyunsaturated (omega-6)

Oleic acidSoftening

ClassMonounsaturated

Safety Summary

HazardsOxidises faster (high polyunsaturates).

ContraindicationsStore cool/dark; external use; professional advice before internal use; patch test.

Technical Notes

Highlight — Borage is one of the richest natural sources of GLA.
This is a cold-pressed carrier (fixed) oil, mechanically pressed without heat to preserve its natural vitamins, fatty acids and antioxidants. —

Technical Disclaimer: The composition indicated above is qualitative and typical for this botanical; it does not constitute a Certificate of Analysis. Batch-specific GC/MS values vary with origin, harvest and distillation. For regulatory or formulation decisions, always refer to the batch-specific CoA supplied with your order.

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