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Emollient

BORAGE SEED OIL/HYDROGENATED BORAGE SEED OIL ESTERS

84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Borage seed oil esters — well known for gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) which supports the skin barrier and soothes dry, inflamed skin. The ester form adds stability with the same skin benefits.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • GLA barrier support
  • Soothing emolliency
  • Lightweight skin feel

Known concerns

  • Pyrrolizidine alkaloid trace concern
  • Limited ester-specific safety review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

Related emollients

Same plant / compound family

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