All About Evening Primrose Oil: Benefits, Uses & Side Effects

Category: Carrier Oil Published: 01 May, 2020

About Evening Primrose Oil :

Evening primrose oil conditions and protect hair from damage without diminishing luster or making it feel heavy. It helps in symptoms of acne, asthma, diabetes & menstruation. It promotes clear-headaches, decisiveness & improves coordination, immunity & vigor.

Index

Essence of Evening Primrose Oil
History of Evening Primrose Oil
Evening Primrose Oil Benefits

Evening Primrose Oil Uses
Varieties of Evening Primrose Oil
Contraindications

In Essence:

Evening primrose oil is derived from the cold-pressed method.
Evening primrose is also known as the 'King's Cure-All' as it has majestic benefits & honorable properties.
It is used in cosmetics as it has soothing & moisturizing properties for the skin & scalp. It promotes healthy, clear & rejuvenated skin. It facilitates the healing process & reduces the scars & calms inflammation
It is used in medicines as it is known for reducing headaches, weakness & tiredness. It promotes clear-headaches, decisiveness & improves coordination, immunity & vigor

History:

Evening primrose is also known as the 'King's Cure-All' as it has majestic benefits & honorable properties. Evening primrose oil is derived from the cold-pressed method.

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Different parts of the evening primrose are used in making essential oils. This oil helps in symptoms of acne, asthma, diabetes & menstruation.

Benefits:

Let's know about the chemical constituents of the evening primrose oil:

LINOLEIC ACIDS (OMEGA-6):

Moisturize hair and promote its growth
Facilitate wound healing
Be an effective emulsifier in the formulation of soaps and quick-drying oils
Exhibit anti-inflammatory properties
Soothe acne and reduce chances of future outbreaks
Promote moisture retention in skin and hair
Make oils feel thinner in consistency when used in an oil blend, thus being beneficial for use on acne-prone skin
Help slow the look of aging by sustaining skin elasticity and softness

GAMMA-LINOLENIC ACID (OMEGA-6):

Be anti-inflammatory
Nourish the skin with essential fatty acids
Support the growth of healthier and stronger skin, hair, and nails
Effectively soothe pain and discomfort associated with arthritis and symptoms of PMS, including headaches
Soothe joint pain and ease stiffness to improve flexibility
Potentially soothe symptoms of allergies
Encourage healthier brain activity
Help slow the look of aging by sustaining skin elasticity and softness
Help sustain the health and function of the cells as well as of the immune, nervous, cardiovascular, and reproductive systems

OLEIC ACIDS (OMEGA-9):

Maintain the softness, suppleness, and radiance of skin and hair
Stimulate the growth of thicker, longer, and stronger hair
Reduce the appearance of aging, such as premature wrinkles and fine lines
Eliminate dandruff and thereby support hair growth
Boost immunity
Exhibit anti-oxidant properties
Prevent joint inflammation, stiffness, and pain

PALMITIC ACID:

Have emollient properties
Soften hair without leaving a greasy or sticky residue
Be the most common saturated fatty acid

STEARIC ACID:

Have cleansing properties that eliminate dirt, sweat, and excess sebum from hair and skin
Be an ideal emulsifying agent that binds water and oil
Help products remain potent when stored for long periods of time
Condition and protect hair from damage without diminishing luster or making it feel heavy
Have exceptional cleansing properties
Soften skin

It is used in cosmetics as it has soothing & moisturizing properties. It is gentle for using on premature & sensitive skin. It is known for moisturizing & enhancing the elasticity. It makes skin look healthy, clear & rejuvenated with enhanced radiance.

It is used in medicines as it eases headaches, dizziness & weakness.

Uses:

It is used in cosmetics; it can be directly applied to the skin for hydrating & preventing acne.
It is used as a moisturizer as it enhances healthy skin & makes the complexion rejuvenated. It calms redness & inflammation. It is the natural moisturizer for the skin.
It is used for hydrating & soothing hair oil treatment.
It is used in medicinal applications as it soothes & prevents acne breakouts.

Guide to Evening Primrose Oil Varieties & Their Benefits:

Evening Primrose Oil variety	Country of Origin	Benefits
EVENING PRIMROSE CARRIER OIL (REFINED)	China	Be Pale Yellow to Golden Yellow in color Have undergone refinement to remove its scent Leave skin looking and feeling nourished with its high fatty acid content Be ideal for use in manufacturing soaps as well as bath and skincare products Be a nourishing, anti-inflammatory emollient for skin/hair that is dry and maturing Soothe and diminish the appearance of eczema while slowing the look of aging Leave an oily residue on the skin
EVENING PRIMROSE CARRIER OIL (UNREFINED)	China	Leave skin looking and feeling nourished with its high fatty acid content Be Pale Yellow to Golden Yellow in color Retain its virgin state after pressing Retain a stronger color and aroma than the refined variety, which is natural due to the absence of filtering and chemical processing Be ideal for use in manufacturing soaps as well as bath and skincare products Be a nourishing emollient for maturing skin and dry hair Calm the skin while slowing the look of agin Leave an oily residue on the skin
EVENING PRIMROSE ORGANIC CARRIER OIL	China	Moisturize the skin to promote a revitalized complexion Retain most of its nutrients, making it a potent ingredient for use in cosmetics and skincare products Range in color from yellowish-Green to Deep Green Exude an aroma that is similar to that of Linseed Carrier Oil (also known as Flaxseed Oil) Moisturize and nourish skin and hair to enhance their appearance and texture, while reducing the signs of maturation Leave an oily residue on the skin Be ideal for use in manufacturing organic soaps as well as bath and skincare products that require the use of organic ingredients

Complimentary Oils:

Blends well with Myrrh, Lavender, Ylang, Orange, Cardamom, Palmarosa, Thyme, Seabuckthorn, Yarrow, Frankincense, and Sandalwood oils.

Contraindications:

Consult a doctor before use if pregnant, breastfeeding or on medication.
Keep away from children.
Do patch test before use.

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All About Evening Primrose Oil