Description
Borage oil (also known as starflower oil) is a clear yellow to pale yellow and mostly odourless fixed oil.

Uses:
Borage oil is a good source of fatty acids, particularly high in gamma-linoleic acid with generous quantities of oleic and palmitic acids. Used in high end cosmetic formulations. The flower has a sweet honeyish taste and is used whole to flavour alcoholic cocktails.

Extraction:
Mechanically extracted from the seed of the borage plant Borago officianalis.

Source:
Borage is an annual herb native to central and easter europe.

Key properties:
High in gamma-linoleic acid. Has a relatively short shelf life (6 months).