Borage Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters

AKA “Borage Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters, Borago Officinalis Polyglyceryl-4 Esters”

Essential Oil

Ingredient Facts

Borage seed oil polyglyceryl-4 esters

AKA: Borage Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters, Borago Officinalis Polyglyceryl-4 Esters

Essential Oil · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Solvent

Essential Oil

Clean

Borage Seed Oil Polyglyceryl-4 Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Borago Officinalis Seed Oil and Polyglycerin-4. Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Cold Pressed / Solvent Extraction | Functions: Opacifying, Solvent, Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used

Form

Oil

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Functions

Opacifying

Solvent

Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Adds Opacity

Dissolves Ingredients

Cleansing Surfactant

Emulsifier

Antioxidant Protection

Reduces Inflammation

Locks In Moisture

Lifts away dirt and oil

Mixes oil and water

Creates creamy opacity

Dissolves other ingredients

Traditional Use

A contemporary emulsified form of borage seed oil developed for cosmetic formulations. Created to deliver the traditional benefits of borage (linoleic acid and gamma-linolenic acid) while improving product stability and texture.