Borago Officinalis (Borage) Flower Extract
Borago Officinalis (Borage) Flower Extract
BOR
7/10
Concern level
High concern
Botanical extract from borage flowers, typically used for soothing, antioxidant, and skin-comfort benefits. Borage-derived ingredients are valued in skincare for their content of flavonoids and other plant compounds that may help calm the look of stressed skin, though the extract itself is not a direct source of topical omega-6 lipids like borage seed oil.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
Soothing
Chemical Properties
pH Range
4.50 - 7.00Typical Concentration
0.10% - 5.00%Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin7/10
oily skin6/10
sensitive skin6/10
acne prone6/10
mature skin7/10
normal skin7/10
Interactions
incompatible with: No specific ingredient-drug interactions are established for cosmetic topical use., If combined with other fragrant botanical extracts or essential oils, sensitization risk may increase in allergy-prone users.
Risks & Warnings
Potential for botanical allergy or sensitization in fragrance- or plant-reactive individuals. Because extract composition varies by supplier and solvent system, irritation risk can differ from product to product. Use caution on very reactive skin.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
