Ingredient spotlight: evening primrose oil
05 Sep 2010 04:56 AM |
Posted by Editor
Evening primrose oil (also known simply as ‘primrose oil’), is extracted from the seeds of the primrose plant. The ‘evening’ in the name arises from the fact that the flowers of the plant open in the evening and close by about noon the next day.
Traditionally used to alleviate symptoms of PMS and reduce inflammation, evening primrose oil contains about 10 per cent gamma-linoleic acid (GLA) and is a key source of omega-6 essential fatty acids – making it fantastic for your skin too.
Why? Essential fatty acids play a vital role within our bodies, and are…erm…essential for rebuilding and producing new cells. They work with the lipids in the skin to build and stabilise the skin barrier, protecting your complexion from environmental elements and free radical damage.
Evening primrose oil can also help to reduce redness and irritation, and provide relief from the symptoms of atopic eczema.
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Member Comments
(48)
Posted by:
Cosmetics queen1
(Australia)
I take my evening primrose capsules and prick them and apply the contents to my face. Cheap and effective!!! :)
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September 05, 2010 (Sep 5, 2010 12:05pm)
Posted by:
dancr
(Member since 2008, Australia)
Interesting info.
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September 05, 2010 (Sep 5, 2010 4:51pm)
Posted by:
melmeko
(Member since 2007, Australia)
Good to know it is ideal for sensitive skin, thanks for the insight :)
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September 05, 2010 (Sep 5, 2010 6:04pm)
Posted by:
Gofton
(Member since 2007, Australia)
Very beneficial for acne sufferers too!
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September 06, 2010 (Sep 6, 2010 7:33am)
Posted by:
Little Jo
(Australia)
WOW a woman at my work swears by it! I'll have to look into it :-)
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September 06, 2010 (Sep 6, 2010 11:27am)
Posted by:
hot chillies
(Member since 2008, Australia)
I have never tried primrose oil, however after reading this article, im inclined t buy some to try. Thanks BH
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September 06, 2010 (Sep 6, 2010 5:36pm)
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Anita18
(Australia)
I have the capsules and my skin has been hormonally dry of late so I'm going to give it a go.
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September 06, 2010 (Sep 6, 2010 5:46pm)
Posted by:
Obsidian
(Australia)
I definitely love primrose oil. It definitely helped with PMS but also made my skin look much better. I didn't realise this until I stopped taking it. Definitely will try it again.
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September 06, 2010 (Sep 6, 2010 7:30pm)
Posted by:
Ellelily
(Australia)
I have used evening primrose for my hormonal problems for awhile now and my skin is looking well and i feel better in myself. I wonder if i applied it to my face like reader at the top of the page suggested.??
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September 06, 2010 (Sep 6, 2010 9:08pm)
Posted by:
Fashionista8P
(Member since 2008, Australia)
i wonder if it is gentle enough to use on the face.. i have redness on the face which i would rather not have..
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September 06, 2010 (Sep 6, 2010 9:11pm)
Posted by:
JayeKaye
(Australia)
Ive never tried it myself but ive heard alot of good things about it, very interested about the skin benefits :)
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September 07, 2010 (Sep 7, 2010 12:46am)
Posted by:
Beautalicious
(Australia)
I use to take evening primrose oil capsules. I have tried a small sampe of the Nivea Vital Triple Action Soy+ Day Care and was really happy with the results. It sounds great and good reviews on Beauty Heaven.
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September 07, 2010 (Sep 7, 2010 7:13am)
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Blissful Beauty
(Member since 2007, Australia)
Wow, EPO sounds like a great supplement and ingredient for our skin. Thanks for all this interesting info, BH, NIVEA and Beauties. I recently learnt about the properties of sandalwood and how it’s used in perfume, which I found fascinating! : )
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September 07, 2010 (Sep 7, 2010 10:45am)
Posted by:
Yvette Rose
(Member since 2008, Australia)
I love EPO been using it for years and not just for period pain- does wonders to the skin and hair too
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September 07, 2010 (Sep 7, 2010 5:20pm)
Posted by:
Piccolanippy
(Member since 2007, Australia)
That was interesting, thanks for that
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September 07, 2010 (Sep 7, 2010 5:23pm)
Posted by:
Helenl1
()
First time I've heard about EPO for the face. Does it help mature skin for this area as I normally use Oil of Ulan.
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September 08, 2010 (Sep 8, 2010 3:51pm)
Posted by:
Morrigan
(Australia)
I'm surprised that after all the good stuff I heard about it I still haven't managed to get any products... Ridiculous! Thanks for the reminder BH :))
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September 10, 2010 (Sep 10, 2010 12:06am)
Posted by:
Nidhi1
(Australia)
I have never heard of this thing....
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September 12, 2010 (Sep 12, 2010 9:10pm)
Posted by:
Basabiso8
(Australia)
well this is new i guess i'll give it a go and let u know the results
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September 13, 2010 (Sep 13, 2010 4:50pm)
Posted by:
Rpear
(Australia)
oh this sounds so dreamy! I am already having such a stressful week! thanks! this is sure to help!
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September 13, 2010 (Sep 13, 2010 7:53pm)
Posted by:
Cakes232
(Australia)
Think i better give this ago very useful info
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September 17, 2010 (Sep 17, 2010 11:24am)
Posted by:
Ellie0509
(Australia)
Very intersting article.
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September 18, 2010 (Sep 18, 2010 8:30pm)
Posted by:
VivaliciousChic
(Australia)
love the article, didnt know the benefits of primrose oil
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September 18, 2010 (Sep 18, 2010 9:11pm)
Posted by:
Jabba
(Australia)
I think i need to try this both for my skin and PMS
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September 21, 2010 (Sep 21, 2010 8:03am)
Posted by:
PocketBabe
(Australia)
I regularly take these capsules for my eczema. But have only tried using the oil on my skin a few times, so never really noticed too much of a difference, I might try it again though after reading this info.
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September 21, 2010 (Sep 21, 2010 9:21pm)
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Posted by: Cosmetics queen1 (Australia)
I take my evening primrose capsules and prick them and apply the contents to my face. Cheap and effective!!! :)
Posted on: September 05, 2010 (Sep 5, 2010 12:05pm)