(Borago officinalis) Obtained from the seed of
Borago officinalis, which grows abundantly in the
Mediterranean region, Central Europe and Asia. Has an
extremely high gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) content. GLA is
vital for the synthesis of prostaglandin an important
function in the body, especially the skin. Borage oil also
has the highest known content of essential unsaturated fatty
acids. These are great skin conditioners. They regulate the
hydration of the skin and are humectants.