Evening Primrose Oil

Description

INCI: Oenothera Biennis Seed Oil (and) 10% GLA.

This nourishing pale yellow oil is extracted via solvent-free cold-pressing from the evening primrose plant, a wildflower found in North America, Europe and parts of Asia. This unique plant’s flowers are only open at night.

Evening Primrose Oil is a vital source of Linolenic acid, an active omega-6 fatty acid which is essential for healthy skin. It is needed to build the structure of cell membranes and to regulate a wide range of enzymatic reactions.

Evening Primrose Oil:

– Restores moisture and smoothness
– Regenerates the skin
– Is anti-allergenic
– Has an anti-inflammatory effect
– Is absorbed quickly when applied topically

Because of its anti-aging properties, it is a recommended ingredient in moisturizing and anti-wrinkle creams. It is also great in nail and sun care applications. Evening Primrose Oil is generally added 3-10% in formulations.