Evening Primrose
Oil for skin and hormonal balance
Oil for skin and hormonal balance
Overview
Oil for skin and hormonal balance
Latin name : Oenothera biennis
Phytotherapy Profile
- Plant Part Used
- Graine
- Preparation Forms
- huile, gelule
- Active Compounds
- acide gamma-linolénique, acide linoléique
Therapeutic Properties
- Anti-inflammatory
- Hormonal regulator
- Skin moisturizer
- Antioxidant
Indications
- Atopic eczema
- Premenstrual syndrome
- Menopause
- Dry skin
Recommended Dosage
2-4 g oil daily
Contraindications
- Epilepsy
- Schizophrenia
- Anticoagulants
Safety Profile
- Pregnancy : ✗ Not recommended
- Breastfeeding : ✓ Compatible
- Children : ✓ Compatible