What skin types is Evening Primrose Oil good for?

Evening Primrose Oil is best suited for Dry, Sensitive, Normal, Combination skin types.

What can you mix with Evening Primrose Oil?

Evening Primrose Oil works well with Vitamin E, Rosehip Oil, Ceramides. These combinations are generally safe and can enhance results.

Is Evening Primrose Oil safe to use every day?

Evening Primrose Oil can generally be used morning and evening. Recommended concentration: Used as needed; often 5–30% in blends.

Evening Primrose Oil

Oenothera Biennis Oil

Also known as: EPO · Oenothera Biennis Seed Oil

EmollientBarrier repairAnti-inflammatory

“A GLA-rich oil that calms inflammation and supports the skin barrier.”

Skin types

Dry, Sensitive

Pore-clogging

Low

Use when

AM & PM

Concentration

Used

What it does

Evening primrose oil is extracted from the seeds of Oenothera biennis. It is exceptionally rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA, omega-6), which has potent anti-inflammatory properties and is important for barrier integrity. It is particularly beneficial for eczema, psoriasis, and hormone-related breakouts.

Benefits

High GLA content reduces skin inflammation
Supports barrier repair in eczema and psoriasis
May reduce hormonal breakouts with consistent use
Nourishing for mature and dry skin types

How to layer

☀️ Morning routine

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Moisturiser

SPF

🌙 Evening routine

Cleanser

Toner

Serum

Moisturiser

Face Oil

As the last step in your routine

Good for

Dry skinSensitive skinNormal skinCombination skin

Works well with

Vitamin E ›Rosehip Oil ›Ceramides ›

Heads up

⚠Prone to rapid oxidation — use within 6 months of opening
⚠May trigger breakouts in non-hormonal acne

How to use

Apply a few drops to clean skin in the evening. Mix with a more stable oil (squalane, Vitamin E) to slow oxidation.

Typical concentration: Used as needed; often 5–30% in blends