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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 ingredients are often used to help reduce irritation and support the skin barrier. They can be especially helpful for soothing sensitive or reactive skin, but how well they work can vary from person to person.
May cause Acne
These ingredients are known to potentially trigger breakouts, but they won’t cause acne for everyone. Everyone’s skin responds differently so what clogs pores or causes breakouts for one person might be perfectly fine for another.
May feed Fungal Acne
These ingredients are considered potential triggers for fungal acne, but not everyone will react to them. Because fungal acne can be tricky to identify and manage, it’s best to consult a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.
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
