What is the recommended dosage for Borage Oil?

General: 500-1,000 mg/day; Skin Health: 1,000-2,000 mg/day (providing 200-500 mg GLA)

What are the side effects of Borage Oil?

Potential side effects include: Mild gastrointestinal discomfort, Soft stools, Possible hepatotoxicity with PA-containing preparations (use PA-free only).

What is borage oil and how may it support skin health?

Borage oil contains the highest concentration of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) among botanical oils at approximately 20–24%, compared to 8–10% in evening primrose oil. GLA may reduce skin inflammation and support barrier function. Some clinical studies show modest benefits for atopic dermatitis and skin hydration.

What dosage of borage oil has been studied for skin conditions?

Clinical trials have used 1–3 grams of borage oil per day, providing 240–720 mg of GLA. Due to higher GLA content, lower volumes are needed compared to evening primrose oil. Studies lasted 4–24 weeks. The Henz et al. atopic dermatitis study used 920 mg GLA daily from borage oil.

What are the potential side effects of borage oil?

Borage oil may contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs), which are hepatotoxic and carcinogenic. Only PA-free (certified) borage oil products should be used. Common side effects include digestive upset, bloating, and headache. Borage oil may increase bleeding risk and interact with anticoagulants. Avoid during pregnancy.

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अन्य नाम: Borage Seed Oil, Borago officinalis Oil, Starflower Oil

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Borage oil is the richest botanical source of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA, 20-26%), containing approximately 2x more GLA than evening primrose oil. Some RCTs showed improved skin barrier function and reduced TEWL in atopic dermatitis. Cochrane review findings are mixed for GLA oils overall.

How It Works

Richest botanical source of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA, 20-26%); metabolized to DGLA and anti-inflammatory prostaglandin E1; supports skin barrier lipid integrity and ceramide production; may modulate T-cell responses in atopic skin.

Evidence For Conditions

स्वास्थ्य स्थिति	ग्रेड	अध्ययन	प्रतिभागी
Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)	C	8	500	देखें →

Side Effects

Mild gastrointestinal discomfort
Soft stools
Possible hepatotoxicity with PA-containing preparations (use PA-free only)

Drug & Supplement Interactions

Anticoagulants (may have antiplatelet effects)
Anticonvulsants (theoretical seizure threshold concern)
Hepatotoxic medications (PA content concern — use PA-free)

अपने स्वास्थ्य सेवा प्रदाता को आप जो भी सप्लीमेंट लेते हैं उनके बारे में हमेशा सूचित करें।

Related Ingredients

Omega-3 Fatty Acids Evening Primrose Oil Ceramides

त्वरित तथ्य

खुराक: General: 500-1,000 mg/day; Skin_Health: 1,000-2,000 mg/day (providing 200-500 mg GLA)
रूप: softgel capsule liquid
प्राकृतिक स्रोत: Borage seeds (Borago officinalis)
अधिकतम सीमा: Not established; generally well-tolerated
सर्वोत्तम समय: With meals

साक्ष्य सारांश

Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis) C

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