Family

• Oenagraceae

Constituents

• Essential fatty acids: linoleic acid, gammalinolenic acid

Parts used

• Evening primrose oil

Properties

• Anti-inflammatory
• Hypotensive
• Antisclerotic
• Regulator of skin hydration thanks to the omega acids

Indications

Internal use

• Premenstrual syndrome
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Cholesterol
• Hypertension
• Atopic dermatitis
• Eczema
• Dry skin
• Acne
• Cough
• Double vision

External use

• Atopic dermatitis
• Eczema
• Dry skin

Side effects

In internal use: digestive disorders

Contraindications

In internal use: epilepsy (the use of evening primrose oil in high doses can trigger seizures). 

Interactions

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Forms of use

• Capsule (or softgel)
• Evening Primrose Infusion
• Cream or lotion
• Spray