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Evening Primrose Oil

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Emollient

Evening Primrose Oil description

Evening primrose oil is a non-fragrant plant oil whose fatty acids can have significant skin-soothing and emollient benefits for skin. It can also help other ingredients absorb more readily into skin. Latin name: _Oenothera biennis_ oil.

Related ingredients: Oenothera Biennis Oil

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Evening Primrose Oil references

  • Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, January 2016, pages 188-193
  • Annals of Dermatology, December 2014, pages 706-712

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

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