The evening Primrose Oil is rich in the fatty acid GLA, which belongs to the omega-6 group and has nourishing, soothing and emollient properties. Evening Primrose Oil also has a soothing effect on redness, irritation, acne and eczema. In the table of contents, it is usually referred to as its Latin name, Oenothera Biennis Oil, or as Evening Primrose Oil.
Evening Primrose Oil comes from the nightshade plant, which originates in Europe and North America. Evening Primrose is a yellow wildflower that has throughout history been used in natural medicine to cure skin problems and heal wounds. From the seeds of the flower you get Evening Primrose Oil. The seeds are cold pressed and used in both healthy food and skin care. Evening Primrose Oil is valued for its rich content of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). GLA is a fatty acid that belongs to the omega-6 family and possesses several desirable properties for us humans.
How does Evening Primrose Oil affect our skin?
GLA has a calming effect on both our body and skin and is therefore often used for irritated skin and skin irritations such as acne and eczema. Omega-6 nourishes the skin and GLA has a calming effect. The oil can be applied directly to the skin and used as a skin care product, but can also be mixed with other oils in skin care. Feel free to mix with oils that contain more Omega 9; such as Rosehip Seed Oil.
Suitable for all skin types
Evening Primrose Oil is used as an ingredient in skin care products for dry and damaged skin. The oil does not feel oily or sticky on the skin, which means that it's also perfect for oily and acne-prone skin. The oil is also great to use as cuticle oil when the cuticles need a little extra care.
What effect does Rapeseed Oil have on your skin?
- - Soothes the skin
- - Provides nutrition
- - Is healing
- - Caring
Tip! Fits very well with Rosehip Seed Oil..