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Oenothera Biennis Oil
Oil
Oil is a hydrophobic (water-repelling) substance that can help regulate sebum production in skincare.
Reduces Irritation
These soothing ingredients help calm irritated skin and strengthen your skin barrier. They're particularly beneficial after during flare-ups or for chronically sensitive skin. Look for products with multiple calming ingredients for best results.
May cause Acne
These ingredients have a higher likelihood of clogging pores or triggering breakouts, especially for acne-prone skin. However, skin reactions are individual - what causes breakouts for one person may work fine for another. Patch test if you're concerned.
May feed Fungal Acne
Fungal acne-safe products avoid ingredients that feed Malassezia yeast, the cause of fungal acne. Unlike regular acne, fungal acne appears as small, uniform bumps and won't respond to typical acne treatments. If you suspect fungal acne, consult a dermatologist for proper diagnosis.
Explained
Oenothera Biennis Oil is the fixed oil derived from the seeds of the Evening Primrose.
Evening primrose oil is rich in fatty acids. These fatty acids include linoleic (60-85%), oleic (5-12%), palmitic (4-10%), and stearic (2-4%).
The fatty acid composition makes it a great ingredient for soothing and moisturizing skin. However, it may not be Malassezia folliculitis, or fungal acne safe.
Further research is needed on the role of evening primrose in treating eczema.
Evening primrose is native to North America.
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What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Alternative names
Evening Primrose Oil
Epo
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
1.1%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Treatments
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 50%
Concentration
Concentrations we've seen
1% to
1%
References
Products with Oenothera Biennis Oil
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
35639
INCI Name
OENOTHERA BIENNIS OIL
EC #
 289-859-2
All Functions
Emollient
