Borage seed oil

Topical application of borage seed oil relieves itching, visibly fades dark patches, and gently brightens the skin. It suits dry skin and oily skin best, and is widely available in light serums. Because it layers easily, this oil fits smoothly into any daily skincare routine.
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Popular borage seed oil products
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Elemis
Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
€41.95
- Malin + Goetz Recovery Treatment Oil
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Simple
Hydrating Light Moisturiser
€9.99
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Paula's Choice
Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner
€36.00
- Paula's Choice Hydrating Treatment Mask
- Elizabeth Arden Good Night's Sleep Restoring Cream
Other borage seed oil products
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Elemis
Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
€41.95
- Oskia Renaissance Cleansing Gel
- Malin + Goetz Recovery Treatment Oil
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Simple
Hydrating Light Moisturiser
€9.99
- Elizabeth Arden Good Night's Sleep Restoring Cream
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Paula's Choice
Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner
€36.00
- Paula's Choice Hydrating Treatment Mask
What reviewers say about popular borage seed oil products
The highlight reviewers mention most for each popular borage seed oil product on Lovi.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm Effortless makeup removal ★4.8 · 26.0k+ reviews
- Hydrating & softening
- Luxurious spa scent
- “melts waterproof mascara”
Malin + Goetz Recovery Treatment Oil Absorbs quickly ★4.4 · 400+ reviews
- Long-lasting hydration
- Improves texture
- “I was extremely surprised at how easily absorbed it was despite it being an oil.”
Simple Hydrating Light Moisturiser Good for sensitive skin ★4.3 · 600+ reviews
- Affordable value
- Lightweight, non-greasy
- “no artificial perfume”
Paula's Choice Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner Deeply hydrating ★4.7 · 300+ reviews
- Calms redness
- Gentle texture
- “skin is so hydrated”
Paula's Choice Hydrating Treatment Mask Deeply hydrates skin ★4.6 · 500+ reviews
- Softens skin texture
- Soothes sensitive skin
- “My skin is smooth and hydrated in the mornings.”
Elizabeth Arden Good Night's Sleep Restoring Cream Deeply moisturizing ★4.5 · 1.8k+ reviews
- Relaxing lavender scent
- Improves skin texture
- “It does moisturize your skin overnight and you won't feel dry the next day.”
Borage seed oil for dry skin
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Paula's Choice
Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner
€36.00
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Elemis
Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
€41.95
- Malin + Goetz Recovery Treatment Oil
- Paula's Choice Hydrating Treatment Mask
-
Simple
Hydrating Light Moisturiser
€9.99
- Elizabeth Arden Good Night's Sleep Restoring Cream
- Oskia Renaissance Cleansing Gel
Borage seed oil for oily skin
- Oskia Renaissance Cleansing Gel
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Paula's Choice
Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner
€36.00
-
Elemis
Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
€41.95
- Malin + Goetz Recovery Treatment Oil
-
Simple
Hydrating Light Moisturiser
€9.99
- Paula's Choice Hydrating Treatment Mask
- Elizabeth Arden Good Night's Sleep Restoring Cream
Borage seed oil for combination skin
- Oskia Renaissance Cleansing Gel
-
Paula's Choice
Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner
€36.00
- Paula's Choice Hydrating Treatment Mask
-
Elemis
Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
€41.95
-
Simple
Hydrating Light Moisturiser
€9.99
- Malin + Goetz Recovery Treatment Oil
- Elizabeth Arden Good Night's Sleep Restoring Cream
Borage seed oil for sensitive skin
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Paula's Choice
Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner
€36.00
- Paula's Choice Hydrating Treatment Mask
- Malin + Goetz Recovery Treatment Oil
- Oskia Renaissance Cleansing Gel
-
Elemis
Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
€41.95
-
Simple
Hydrating Light Moisturiser
€9.99
- Elizabeth Arden Good Night's Sleep Restoring Cream
Borage seed oil for acne-prone skin
- Oskia Renaissance Cleansing Gel
- Paula's Choice Hydrating Treatment Mask
-
Paula's Choice
Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner
€36.00
-
Elemis
Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
€41.95
- Elizabeth Arden Good Night's Sleep Restoring Cream
- Malin + Goetz Recovery Treatment Oil
-
Simple
Hydrating Light Moisturiser
€9.99
Borage seed oil for mature skin
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Elemis
Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
€41.95
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Paula's Choice
Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner
€36.00
- Malin + Goetz Recovery Treatment Oil
- Paula's Choice Hydrating Treatment Mask
- Oskia Renaissance Cleansing Gel
-
Simple
Hydrating Light Moisturiser
€9.99
- Elizabeth Arden Good Night's Sleep Restoring Cream
Questions and answers
What does borage seed oil do for the skin?
Borage seed oil helps soothe dry and itchy skin conditions, and it may help decrease melasma and increase skin brightness.
How do you use borage seed oil?
You can use borage seed oil topically to help decrease melasma and increase skin brightness. Studies show that a cream containing borage oil may be applied over an 8-week period for these effects.
Should you use borage seed oil in the morning or at night?
You can use borage seed oil at any time of day depending on your routine. It helps calm skin and may improve brightness with regular use.
Can you use borage seed oil every day?
Yes, borage seed oil may be used every day as it helps reduce skin irritation and can improve skin brightness over time.
Does borage seed oil cause purging or irritation?
Borage seed oil is unlikely to cause purging or irritation as it is generally well tolerated by the skin. It helps soothe dryness and may improve skin comfort.
Which skin types is borage seed oil best for?
Borage seed oil is best for dry skin, where Paula's Choice Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner earns a Superior fit. Lovi also gives High fits to Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm and Malin + Goetz Recovery Treatment Oil for dry skin, and High fits across several products for mature, sensitive, acne-prone, and dark-spot skin types.
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