Evening Primrose Oil is quite an amazing ingredient, with incredible healing properties. It’s well known for its effect on hormone regulation,  and is used in the treatment of pre/post-menstrual syndrome,  menopause and endometriosis. Evening Primrose Oil contains a high concentration of gamma-linoleic acid or GLA, a fatty acid. GLA interferes with the production of prostaglandins during menstruation, lessening menstrual cramps and potentially decreasing other menstrual symptoms such as breast tenderness and cravings.

Evening Primrose Oil has has an equally healing effect on various skin conditions, including acne, eczema and rosacea. Some studies have indicated Evening Primrose Oil to have a significantly greater effect than a placebo on inflammation in eczema sufferers. Its ability to reduce inflammation also makes it effective against rosacea. The fatty acids in the oil work to dilute sebum, which is over-secreted in many acne sufferers.

Where can I get it?

… in our Gourmet Body Treats Herbal Makeup Remover
(arriving on the website soon!)
Packed with powerful antioxidant oils high in vitamins and minerals. Can remove all kinds of makeup, from mascara to mineral powders.

… in our Mokosh Face Oil for Normal Skin
Great for combination skin types, this beautiful blend of unrefined and organic/biodynamic oils balances and rejuvenates. Also contains jojoba, lavender and frankincense oils.

… in our Oz Goddess Eye & Fine Line Cream
Packed with natural anti-agers, this regenerating cream smoothes fine lines and lightens dark circles with active ingredients such as Australian chia oil, kakadu plum and wattle seed extracts.

Have you used Evening Primrose Oil as a treatment for any of the above ailments? What was your experience? We’d love to hear from you!

..Until next time xx

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