| BORAGE CARRIER OIL |
Botanical Name | : | Borago Officinalis | Country of Origin | : | China | Solubility | : | Soluble in alcohol and oils. Insoluble in water. | Specific Gravity | : | 0.917 | Optical Rotation | : | 136 °F | Refrective Index | : | 1.470 – 1.480 | Plant Part | : | Seed | Blend With | : | blends well with all the essential oils. | CAS No | : | 8007-75-8 | Flash Point | : | >100 °C | Extraction Method | : | Cold Pressed |
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Description : Borage oil is derived from the seed of a plant (Borago officinalis) known variously as bee plant or starflower. The oil of both plants is rich in linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid.
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Constituents : Docosenoic- 2.5% Icosenoic- 4.2% Gamma Linolenic- 20.5% Linoleic- 40.6% Oleic- 16.8% Palmitic- 10.9% |
Uses : Borage carrier oil is often added to other carrier oils as an enhancing or supporting oil for skin care. It is applicable to all skin types and is commonly used in manufacturing of skin care products. if you are looking for a new method to try when it comes to weight loss, then borage oil plus GLA is the supplement for you.
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Benefit : Borage carrier oil is used to treat the various health problems like rheumatoid arthritis, chest congestion, cough, depression, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), and menopausal symptoms. It is often used for hair and skin conditions such as hair loss, eczema, and acne. |
Caution Note: Borage Carrier Oil is not recommended for use during pregnancy. always use with caution on people with nut allergies.
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