What is "Borago Officinalis Seed Oil" and what is its utility?

Due to its rich and varied biochemical composition, this oil provides numerous benefits to the skin and hair.

• Moisturizing and nourishing properties.

  The skin has a natural protective barrier: the hydrolipidic film. This film shields against external aggressions and slows down insensible water loss. Borage oil, rich in omega-6 (linoleic acid) and omega-9 (oleic acid), preserves the hydrolipidic film. The skin is then better hydrated, more supple, and more radiant. It is a treatment particularly recommended for dry skin and dehydrated skin as well as for brittle hair, split ends, and damaged hair.

• An ally against skin aging.

  The skin is daily assaulted by free radicals, these reactive oxygen species naturally produced by the body. This phenomenon is normal, but stress, pollution, sun exposure, smoking, and of course, an unbalanced diet promote their excessive production. The skin loses its elasticity and suppleness. Wrinkles form on the surface. Borage oil contains anti-radical compounds like the vitamin E which stabilize and neutralize free radicals. It is thus antioxidant and helps to fight against the premature aging of the skin.

• A restorative and soothing treatment.

  The abundance of gamma-linolenic acid in borage oil gives it anti-inflammatory properties. Therefore, it can soothe certain conditions such as eczema.

Thinner and more delicate than facial skin, the neck and décolletage area has a particularly fragile skin barrier. Being more exposed to the sun's rays and external aggressions, it is often the first to show signs of skin sagging. The firming body serum based on retinol and borage oil is concentrated in tensing active ingredients. It helps this area fight against premature aging by stimulating collagen production to firm and smooth the skin of the neck and décolletage. It can also be used locally on other parts of the body.

Theborage oil is also present in thehydrating botanical blend. This night serum contains papyrus native cells. It regenerates the skin and can be used as a substitute for your regular night cream.

Poor blood circulation and water retention are among the factors that can lead to the development of cellulite. In addition to borage oil, the toning body cream is enriched with caffeine and guarana extract ; it helps to firm the skin.