What is evening primrose oil?
Evening primrose oil rejuvenates the skin, making it firmer and smoother. It lightens dark circles under the eyes, softens and moisturises extremely dry skin and helps even out skin tone.
The oil fights ageing, dry and tired skin and is especially suitable for sensitive skin.
Evening primrose oil is a well-known natural alternative for treating acne problems as well as many skin conditions such as rosacea, eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis.
It is well known for its ability to promote healing and reduce inflammation due to its high GLA content, which is categorised as an Omega 6 fatty acid (Omega 6 is necessary for various bodily functions). Evening primrose oil is ideal for those struggling with sensitive skin conditions or hormonal imbalances. Known for its many skin-healing benefits, evening primrose oil is considered something of a wonder drug. From acne and rosacea to eczema and psoriasis (along with conditions like PMS*, endometriosis, lupus and more), evening primrose oil can make an incredible difference in reducing symptoms.
The oil has a highly concentrated content of the fatty acid GLA (gamma-lenoleic acid) which helps to stimulate skin and hair growth and maintain the reproduction of new cells.
Particularly good for dry and problem skin such as rosacea and psoriasis.
Use on clean/dry skin.
How do you use evening primrose oil?
Evening primrose oil has been called the most sensational preventative discovery since vitamin C.
It has so many preventative and therapeutic properties that it has become widely recommended in natural medicine and natural cosmetics to maintain a young mind and prevent disease.
Evening primrose oil is one of the most concentrated sources of gamma linoleic acid (GLA), an essential fatty acid of the omega 6 family with anti-inflammatory properties and plays an important role in maintaining hormone balance and healthy skin.
Massage the oil into dry or slightly moisturised skin to make it smoother and silkier.
Apply just a few drops to the area of skin you want to treat and then let the oil absorb into the skin where it can fulfil its beneficial properties.
What is evening primrose oil good for?
- To relieve joint pain and swelling from rheumatoid arthritis
- To treat dry, scaly or itchy skin conditions such as rosacea, acne and atopic dermatitis.
- To help relieve premenstrual syndrome (PMS*)
- To rejuvenate tired and ageing skin
- To make tired eyes look fresher by rubbing a little oil under and around the eyes
- For removing redness and minor stains
- For remediation dry skin so it feels smoother
- To reduce and eliminate fine lines
- To help fight skin allergies, rashes and even prevent pores from clogging.
- For hyperpigmentation and acne
- For rosacea and psoriasis
- Mod hives and sunburn
Natural good properties
100% NATURAL PRODUCT
ADDING FUNCTIONALITY
NOT TESTED ON ANIMALS
RICH IN GOOD VITAMINS
ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS
CARING FOR YOUR HAIR
NATURAL ANTIOXIDANT
VEGAN FRIENDLY
The story behind Giant Attila oil
Evening primrose oil is good for tired and ageing skin. Evening primrose oil helps transform your face from looking tired and dull to colouring and brightening.
The fatty acids in the oil are highly moisturising and help keep dry areas hydrated.
The oil also improves blood circulation in the areas where it is applied. Evening primrose oil not only moisturises the skin, but also helps reduce inflammation and keeps pores clear.
The rich content of essential fatty acids in evening primrose oil not only prevents nails from cracking and splitting, but also helps keep them healthy in general.
In addition, the essential fatty acids nourish the scalp, making them valuable in treating a variety of hair problems.
If you suffer from eczema, acne, psoriasis or rosacea, evening primrose oil is the ideal choice for you.
Giant evening primrose oil is extracted from the seeds of giant evening primrose and is very gentle. The yellow flowers only open in the evening, hence the name. Giant evening primrose is a common wildflower found in North America, Europe and parts of Asia.
What is evening primrose oil good for?
Evening primrose oil contains the analgesic compound phenylalanine and is increasingly being used to treat chronic headaches.
The oil contains a high concentration of a fatty acid called GLA and it is this fatty acid that is mainly responsible for the remarkable healing properties of the plant.
In fact, evening primrose oil contains one of the highest known concentrations of this important substance, and only a few other plants contain it at all.
Gammalinoleic acid, linoleic acid and other nutrients in this oil are essential for good cell structure and in improving skin elasticity.
What can evening primrose oil be used for?
Evening primrose oil is especially good for sensitive and dry skin. It has anti-ageing properties and has an emollient, soothing, skin renewing and soothing effect, as well as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
It is good for dry skin, wrinkles, acne, scars, eczema, burns, hyperpigmentation, hives, rosacea, psoriasis, sunburn and to prevent stretch marks.
What is evening primrose oil particularly good for?
*Olien's many beneficial properties are currently being studied worldwide as a treatment for ageing problems, alcoholism, acne, rocasea, heart disease, hyperactivity in children, menopausal symptoms, multiple sclerosis, weight management, obesity, PMS and schizophrenia, and even neuropathy.
Many believe that the oil helps to alleviate and in some cases completely reverse several of these skin problems and diseases.
However, several of these involve internal use.
How to use
For external use only. Massage directly onto dry, clean skin in the areas to be treated.
Fatty acid content in evening primrose oil
Saturated fatty acid units | Based on | Contents - % |
C16:0 | palmitic acid | 6.5 |
C18:0 | stearic acid | 1.3 |
C20:0 | arachidic acid | 0.3 |
Typical saturated fatty acid content per unit | 8 | |
Monounsaturated fatty acid units | ||
C20:1 | eicosenoic acid | 0.2 |
Typical monounsaturated fatty acid content per unit | 0.2 | |
Polyunsaturated fatty acids units | ||
C18:2 | linoleic acid | 65-75 |
C18:3 | alpha-linolenic acid | 0.2 |
C18:3 | gamma linolenic acid | 8-10.5 |
Typical polyunsaturated fatty acids per unit | 80 |
Facts about evening primrose oil
Country of origin: Holland
Additional info: Wikipedia
Extraction Method: Cold pressed
Extracted from: berries, seeds
Botanical name: Oenothera biennis
English name: Evening primrose oil
Absorbency: Slow, slow, slow
Vitamins: E
Omega fatty acids: 3, 6 and 7
Comedogenic rate: 2-3
Also known as: Primrose seed oil
Organic: Yes
CAS Number: 90028-66-3
EINCS Number: 289-859-2
BBE Date: APR2023
Batch Number: 0004769