Mhmm, borax is very safe. I have even eaten it (food grade obviously) for weeks without problem. For some people with arthritis it can be life changing. It was far more frequently used a while ago and do not really understand the bad reputation it has recently acquired. Maybe it is the scary sounding name

Boric acid on the other hand is much more toxic. However I have bought OTC eye washes containing it and they work very well.