Oenothera biennis evening primrose oil
AKA “Evening Primrose Oil
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Ingredient Facts
Oenothera biennis evening primrose oil
Extract · Emollient | Skin Conditioning | Antioxidant · EWG: 5
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Plant Oil
Extract
Clean
Evening primrose oil from seeds deeply moisturizes and softens skin, helping to maintain a smooth, healthy complexion.
Family
Onagraceae (Evening Primrose family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Biennial
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
90028-66-3
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Native to Native to North America, now cultivated worldwide. Derived from seeds of Oenothera biennis (evening primrose), a plant native to North America and cultivated globally. Cold-pressed from the seeds to extract the oil containing gamma-linolenic acid and other fatty acids.
Plant Source
Onagraceae (Evening Primrose family)
Plant Part
Seed
Function
Emollient | Skin Conditioning | Antioxidant
Benefits
Softens & Smooths
Traditional Use
Evening primrose seed oil, used in European folk medicine since the 17th century for hormonal balance and skin health; historically applied topically for inflammatory skin conditions.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Caution
EWG Score5
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR