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The Ordinary "B" Oil Versus The Ordinary Borage Oil

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Updated on March 05, 2025

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe oils. They have a total of 1 ingredients in common

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for dry skin and sensitive skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain oils

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Ingredient Info

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The Ordinary "B" Oil 19 ingredients

The Ordinary Borage Oil 1 ingredient

What's inside (and what isn't)

What's inside (and what isn't)

At a glance

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The Ordinary "B" Oil 19 ingredients

The Ordinary Borage Oil 1 ingredient

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Benefits

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Emollient, Skin Conditioning

Borago Officinalis Seed Oil is from the seeds of the starflower plant. This plant grows primarily in Europe.

This oil does not have a scent. It contains fatty acids such as linolenic acid. These fatty acids help keep skin hydrated.

Borago Officinalis Seed Oil is an antioxidant. Antioxidants help fight free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.

Learn more about Borago Officinalis Seed Oil

Ingredient Ratings

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When to use

The Ordinary "B" Oil 19 ingredients

The Ordinary Borage Oil 1 ingredient

127 Routines
35% use in am
65% use in pm
91% use every day
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36 Routines
39% use in am
61% use in pm
97% use every day
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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

The Ordinary "B" Oil 19 ingredients

4.67
Overall rating
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1
What people say
Works Well 100% Absorbs Well 67% Great Value 67%

The Ordinary Borage Oil 1 ingredient

3.00
Overall rating
5
4
3
2
1
What people say
Absorbs Well 50% Doesn't Work 50% Great Value 50%