Description
Evening Primrose Oil with 0.5% Vitamin E
A valuable skin care oil that is rich in GLA (Gamma Linolenic Acid), easily absorbed by the skin to help the skin repair itself, retain moisture and prevent further drying of the skin.
A clear pale yellow to golden yellow oil with a slight, oily odour. It is obtained by pressing the seeds of the evening primrose flower.
The oil has 0.5% Vitamin E (Tocopherol) added as an antioxidant which will reduce the potential oxidation of the Evening Primrose Oil whilst it is in the bottle. That Vitamin E is itself in Sunflower Seed Oil to make the tocopherol pourable. This is the only way to ensure we have a potent product that is effective.
Typical Fatty Acid Profile
C16:0 Palmitic Acid 5% to 7%
C18:0 Stearic Acid 1% to 3%
C18:1 Oleic Acid (Omega 9) 5% to 18%
C18:2 Linoleic Acid (Omega 6) 60% to 75%
C18:3 Alpha Linolenic Acid (Omega 3) max 0.5%
C18:3 Gamma Linolenic Acid (GLA) min 9%
Saponification Value mg KOH / g 185-195
Inci: Oenothera Biennis Oil, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annus Seed Oil
Skin Care
The GLA in the oil is converted in the body to make prostaglandins. This is an essential part of the action of keeping the skin soft and in good condition.
As it is a dry feeling, thin oil that is easily absorbed by the skin, it is ideal for products that are best with a non greasy texture such as eye creams, anti aging serums and daily use facial creams.
Softening and revitalising to the skin, improving the tone and elasticity. Excellent to use in anti ageing serums, mature skin creams and daily body lotions.
One of the first choice oils to use on sensitive skin because the rich GLA content calms, soothes and restores irritated skin.
Excellent to use in acne and problem skin products as Omega 6 is anti inflammatory, soothes acne prone skin whilst improving wound healing and reduces the chance of future outbreaks. It’s non greasy, fine texture means it will not feel heavy on the skin.
Reduces the appearance of ageing by diminishing fine lines and wrinkles. It promotes good moisture levels in the skin, keeping the skin soft and supple with a natural radiance.
An ideal ingredients to include in hand creams or more specific cuticle treatments and balms for brittle nails.
Hair Care
Restores health and vitality to dry and dull hair by locking moisture into the hair shaft, making it soft and supple. Use in hair packs and restorative hair serums to stimulate hair growth that is thicker, longer and stronger.
Conditions the scalp to keep it flexible and effectively reduce dandruff.
Other
Use 1% to 100%. However, a good working level is achieved with up to 10%.
Oil soluble so cannot be used in water only products. It can be used in small amounts in water based gels that will hold it in suspension.
Although the oil is stable at temperature, the valuable GLA content is damaged by heat so it should be used in Stage 3 (cool down stage) when making creams and lotions.
Suggested Blends
For sensitive skin and rosacea, blend with Rosehip Seed Oil, Thistle Oil and Vitamin E. This will also reduce the size of large pores.
For oily and acne prone skin, blend with Hazelnut Oil, Rosehip Seed Oil, Epidermis and Sebum Balancer and Vitamin A.
Cautions/Contraindications
None.
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