Evening primrose (Oenothera biennis)



Updated 30 January 2024

Botanical characteristics

  • Botanical family: Onagraceae
  • Country of origin: China
  • Distilled part: seeds
  • Production process: first cold pressing
  • Latin name: Oenothera biennis L.

Comedogenicity index: 2 (= low comedogenic)

Properties

  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Skin regenerator
  • Soothing, nourishing
  • Regulator of the endocrine system
  • Cholesterol-lowering, cardiovascular protector
  • Protects the osteoarticular system

Precautions

HOW TO USE

Cutaneous

Oral

AUTHORISED USERS

 Adults and adolescents

 Children under 6 years

 Pregnant and breastfeeding women

 Infants under 3 years old