Evening Primrose Oil - 100% Organic Refined (USA)

Name:  Evening Primrose Oil - 100% Organic Refined (USA)
Botanical Name: Oenothera biennis
Country of Origin: USA
Method of extraction: Cold pressed, Refined
Part: Seed
Purpose: Cosmetic Purpose. External Use only. Do not consume.

Description:
Evening Primrose, also known as the night willow herb, is a plant with yellow flowers, native to North America and Europe. The name comes from the fact that its flowers open in the early evening. For centuries, this oil has been used by the Chinese and Native American cultures and in Ayurvedic medicine. The oil is cold-pressed from the organically grown seeds of this plant. Evening Primrose contains beneficial ingredients such as, Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA), Linoleic Acid (LA), both part of the omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids that can help the body and that are very beneficial for the skin.

Just a few of the many benefits:

Properties:
 Anti-Inflammatory, Antioxidant (vitamin E), Cleansing, Nourishing, Astringent.

Skincare:
As this oil is rich in fatty acids, it can help the skin to look firm and tight, as it is an anti-inflammatory it can help speed healing and calm down inflamed skin caused by acne. Thanks to its high concentration of GLA, this oil can be helpful in easing the inflammation, dryness and itchiness caused by psoriasis and eczema. Rich in healthy fats and diluted with jojoba or grapeseed oil, it will leave your skin moisturized and feeling soft and supple without clogging the pores. It is a popular ingredient in a variety of anti-aging and anti-wrinkle products as it supplies the skin with vitamins and other nutrients. It may be helpful in reducing signs of sun damage and will prevent the skin from drying out.

Haircare:
Massaged into the scalp, this oil may be helpful in encouraging new hair growth and healthy hair shafts, by reducing scalp inflammation and hair follicle damage.

Caution:
It is recommended to do a skin patch test to check for a possible allergic reaction, before using certain oils in large quantities on the skin

Please note: The above information provided about this product is intended to be educational in nature and not direct medical advice, claims, or recommendations for medical use or treatment in any way for skin conditions of any kind.

General Safety Information: Use caution when trying any new ingredient, including carrier oils on the skin or in the hair. Those with nut allergies should consult their medical practitioner before coming into contact with nut oils, butters or other nut products.