Borage Oil / Gamma Linoleic Acid
Borage Oil is a natural supplement rich in Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA), an omega-6 fatty acid that supports skin health, hormone balance, and inflammatory responses in the body. It is commonly used as a complementary therapy for skin conditions like eczema, premenstrual syndrome, and inflammatory disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis.
Borage Oil provides GLA omega-6 fatty acids to support skin health and manage inflammatory and hormonal conditions.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1007308
- Generic
- Borage Oil / Gamma Linoleic Acid
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Borage Oil is commonly used for atopic dermatitis, eczema, and dry skin conditions. It may also support management of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), rheumatoid arthritis symptoms, diabetic neuropathy, and menopause-related discomfort. Some use it for general skin hydration and nail/hair health.
GLA from borage oil converts to dihomo-gamma-linolenic acid (DGLA), a precursor to anti-inflammatory prostaglandins (particularly PGE1). These prostaglandins help regulate inflammatory responses, skin cell function, and hormonal activity. Borage oil contains the highest known concentration of GLA among plant sources.
Borage oil may have blood-thinning properties and should be used cautiously before surgery or with anticoagulant medications. Unrefined borage oil may contain pyrrolizidine alkaloids (potentially harmful to the liver); pharmaceutical-grade products remove these. Consult a healthcare provider before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking anti-inflammatory drugs. Typically taken with food to enhance absorption.
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 28, 2026. · Read our editorial policy