Borage oil, extracted from the seed of the blue, star shaped borage flower, is gaining much attention by alternative health practitioners and mainstream medicine alike for its profound medicinal properties.
Native to Great Britain, Europe, and North Africa, borage has naturalized (grows wild) in North America. Borage is a cucumber-flavored annual growing to 2 feet, with deep green leaves, and white, prickly hairs on the entire plant. The star-shaped flowers appear in summer, are blue or purple, and are followed by a fruit that contains four brownish-black nutlets.
Spiritual Properties
Fortifies the will and gives courage to accomplish what seemed impossible. Brings humor or happiness to what was once fearful or anxious.
Studies suggest good results in treating eczema, atopic dermatitis, and psoriasis. Good for dry, dehydrated and wrinkled skin. Softens, increases elasticity, leaves no greasy residue, moisturizes, and nourishes the skin in a way no other oil can.
If you have type I or type II diabetes, a regimen rich in borage can help skin retain moisture and produce healthy skin cells. Borage Oil, a natural oil extract from the borage plant, is a rich source of gamma-linoleic acid (GLA), an amino acid vital to the maintenance of healthy, moist skin. It replenishes and revitalizes damaged skin on the feet and heels.