Evening primrose essential oil is made from the yellow flowers of a plant that, as its name implies, open at night and musk. The plant is native to North America and is rich in γ-linolenic acid (GLA ), which belongs to the omega-6 fatty acid family.

Properties:

The plant Oenothera, as its scientific name implies, came to Europe in the 16th century. Although there are already 125 evening primroses around the world, in Greece – and Cyprus – we know more about Oenothera biennis. If we observe the scientific name, we see that the first term consists of the words wine and thera , while biennis is associated with the term two (bi…), the life cycle of the night flower, from vegetation to decay.

The night flower is an herbaceous plant, its height can reach 3 meters and its aroma is intoxicating like the aroma of lemon. The night flower, paradoxically, is an edible plant, while its roots are unusually delicious. The essential oil of the wine hunter results from the cold pressing of its yellow flowers, so the essential oil outside retains its properties, while at the same time its color has yellow and golden reflections.

The documented benefits of evening primrose essential oil include antiseptic and soothing properties, while protecting the heart, digestive system, skin, bones and soothing the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.

Let’s look at the benefits of evening primrose essential oil:

• Fights acne and eczema
• Protects the skin and offers elasticity, hydration, firmness, relaxation.
• Relieves the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome and pre-menstrual syndrome, reducing the pain of swollen breasts.
• Helps fight depression.
• Relieves cough, asthma, accelerates wound healing.
• Reduces the intensity of hot flashes of menopause and depression.
• Relieves bone pain.
• Regulates hypertension.
• Fights wrinkles and prevents aging.
• It has strong antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties.

Possible side effects

It is considered safe for most of us, however we should consult our doctor for possible long-term use.

Possible side effects are itching, sore throat and flatulence. Its use is also prohibited in people suffering from epilepsy, schizophrenia or taking phenothiazine. Rarely do recipients experience allergies, so it is best to take the minimum dosage.