Oenothera Biennis Oil
Our database includes 753 products that contain Oenothera Biennis Oil.
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.
You should know
Benefits
Reduces Irritation
Reduces Reduces Irritation
Reduces Irritation
Concerns
Fungal Acne
May feed Fungal Acne
Malassezia (Pityrosporum) folliculitis is a skin condition with acne-like breakouts caused by malassezia, a type of yeast.
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
1.2%
Top categories
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Treatments
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
