Evening Primrose Essential Oil

Evening primrose oil, with its light, nutty aroma, comes from evening primrose seeds. Rich
in essential fatty acids, it nourishes and hydrates the skin. Its anti-inflammatory properties
make it effective for treating eczema and psoriasis. In haircare, it strengthens hair follicles,
promotes hair growth, and prevents scalp dryness and flakiness.

Benefits: Aromatic, Soothing, Calming and relaxing.

Category: Essential oil

Application: Skin, body and hair care products

INCI:      Oenothera biennis (Evening primrose) Oil

Appearance: Pale yellow to golden yellow liquid.

Uses: This oil comes from the evening primrose plant. It contains linolenic acid, gamma linolenic acid, and vitamin E. Over-the-counter EPO capsules can be purchased at most pharmacies or vitamin and herbal remedy stores.

• Evening Primrose Oil should help your face from looking bleary and tired in the morning, perking up your eyes and keeping skin toned and bright. This oil is a rich source of gamma linoleic acid, omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids which can be used to nourish the skin. It also soothes inflammation and can be used in dandruff applications.
• The oil is extracted from evening primrose seeds and is reportedly very gentle. The fatty acids in the oil are extremely moisturizing, helping to keep dry areas hydrated.
• It also reportedly improves blood circulation wherever it is applied, making it a natural way to treat tired skin and eyes.BNot only does evening primrose oil for skin hydrate and increase circulation, it also helps reduce inflammation and keeps pores clear.
• If you’re suffering from eczema, acne, psoriasis, or rosacea, evening primrose oil for skin may be the ideal for you.
• Its healing benefits may be due to its gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) content. GLA is an omega-6 fatty acid found in plant oils.
• The GLA in EPO is thought to help acne by reducing skin inflammation and the number of skin cells that cause lesions. It may also help the skin retain moisture. According to a 2014 studyTrusted Source, EPO may help relieve cheilitis. This condition causes inflammation and pain in the lips caused by the acne drug isotretinoin (Accutane). A separate study found that GLA supplementation reduced both inflammatory and noninflammatory acne lesions.
• It may help ease eczema. Some countries other than the United States have approved EPO to treat eczema, an inflammatory skin condition. According to an older study, the GLA in EPO may improve the skin’s epidermis. However, a 2013 systematic reviewTrusted Source concluded that oral EPO doesn’t improve eczema and isn’t an effective treatment. The review didn’t look at the effectiveness of topical EPO for eczema.
• It can help improve overall skin health. According to a 2005 studyTrusted Source, oral supplementation of EPO helps smooth skin and improve its:
• elasticity
• moisture
• firmness
• fatigue resistance

Per the study, GLA is necessary for ideal skin structure and function. Because the skin can’t produce GLA on its own, researchers believe taking GLA-rich EPO helps keep skin healthy overall.

• SUGGESTED USE: Evening primrose oil has been used to improve the following skin problems:
• Acne
• Stretch marks
• UV damage from overexposure to the sun
• Scars from surgery, burns, and acne
• Eczema
• Psoriasis
• Rosacea
• Wrinkles and premature skin aging
• Hyper-pigmentation
• Dermatitis
• Burns, including those from radiation and sunburns. Rosehip can be used for skin damaged by, or over-exposed to, ultraviolet radiation from the sun or x-ray radiation.
• Age spots
• Brittle nails

• Dry and damaged hair