Review of ShiKai Borage Oil Lotions: They Benefit My Super Dry Lupus Skin

A few years ago I was diagnosed with lupus. That diagnosis pretty much upended my life. As a beauty journalist, my life is all about skincare and makeup. However, when lupus attacked my body, not only was I affected physically in my body, but my skin took a huge hit.

My skin went from being my pride and joy as it was bright, clear and looked years younger than my chronological age, to being a dried up mess. My facial skin turned blotchy and my the skin on my arms looked like aligator skin.

I am so grateful that ShiKai offered me the opportunity to review their Borage Therapy Skin Care Dry Skin Body Lotions. Two of the company’s borage oil-based formulas have just been awarded with the prestigious National Eczema Association (NEA) Seal of Acceptance. ShiKai is also proud to be a sponsor of Eczema Awareness Month with NEA.

The two lotions that I have been using are the Borage Therapy Lotion – Original  Formula and Borage Therapy Lotion – Advanced Formula.

Here Are the Details About Shikai Dry Skin Lotions

ShiKai Borage Therapy Lotion – Original Formula for Dry Skin $24.99:

Most lotions work on the skin’s surface to relieve the symptoms of dry skin, while ignoring the real cause that lies beneath the skin.  Borage Therapy® provides more:  it addresses the fundamental cause of the dryness and supplies the skin with Borage oil that has gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), a vital omega-6 fatty acid.  Borage Therapy keeps skin healthy and supple long after the lotion is applied – and even after it’s washed away.

ShiKai Borage Therapy Lotion – Advanced Formula $29.99

Borage Therapy Advanced Formula lotion contains significant levels of borage oil, thereby delivering GLA (a critical omega-6 fatty acid) for relief of dry irritated skin.  The formulation is also fortified with three highly effective ingredients: oatmeal, rooibos extract and shea butter, for immediate moisturizing and soothing itch relief.

My review of ShiKai Borage Therapy Skin Care Dry Skin Body Lotions:

When I first read the “about” section of ShiKai, I was immediately drawn in, as the company is based in Santa Rosa, California, where I grew up. Now, that’s just a piece of trivia and has nothing to do with the efficacy of the products.

But, the ShiKai Borage Therapy Skin Care Dry Skin Body Lotions are indeed a dry skin saver. After using these body lotions with borage oils, I can say that they alleviate the itchiness of my dry skin and do an amazing job moisturizing. I typically apply the lotion after showering and additional layer before bed.Granted, I don’t particularly need a second application as the ShiKai lotions hydrate for hours on end. But, I’m so used to being dry, that I still feel the need to apply lotion before bed.

Before and after pics of my arms:

Check out my Bling Factor below to see why I adore these dry skin lotions.

Bling Factor:
Pro: Moisturizes skin, minimizes “scaly” appearance, calms itchiness, encourages supple skin, unscented, not greasy — absorbs well.
Con: None
Price: $17.99 – $29.99
Buy again: Yes
Packaging: 5 Blings
Overall: 5 Blings
Hero Ingredients: Rooibos Extract, Safflower Seed Oil, Glycerin, Borage Seed Oil, Jojoba Seed Oil  Vitamin E Acetate, Oatmeal Powder, Shea Butter
Natural/Organic/Vegan: Natural Ingredients
Cruelty Free: Yes, no testing on animals
Black/BIPOC Owned: No