Evening Primrose Organic Oil
Evening Primrose Organic Oil
Oenothera biennis L.
Origin: Pressing of Evening Primrose seeds from China
Composition at a glance:Â A tenth of mono-unsaturated fatty acids (Omega 9). About four fifths of polyunsaturated fatty acids (Omega 6,) including up to 10 % gamma-linolenic, a good Omega 6 known as a regulator and anti-inflammatory. Antioxidant sterols.
Color and texture:Â Yellowish oil tending towards brown in color. Medium absorption, prolonged massage will help.
Smell:Â Rather strong.Â
Note:Â A particularly fragile oil which should be used within 3 months of opening.
About: Evening Primrose oil promotes strong skin cells in mature skin, smoothing the appearance of wrinkles and supporting elasticity. A versatile oil, it can be incorporated in your skin care, hair care, and nail care routines. Topically, Evening Primrose is a traditional application for dry, patchy or scaly skin.