Our borage base oils are ideal for diluting essential oils before using them on the skin. All of our base oils are 100% natural pure oil. The borage plant, also known as Starflower, is an origin of bristly plants from the Middle East. Now the plant is grown in most warmer parts of the world, including Africa, Asia, southern Europe, and South America.Borage oil is extracted from the seeds of the plant. It is very high in Omega 6, which contains up to 24%. The oil is widely used for skin ailments such as dermatitis and also has anti-inflammatory properties.