Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Questionable
Based on 1 Research
5
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 40 Reviews
7.9
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Softgel
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Calories
15
Total Fat
1.5 g
2%‡
Evening Primrose Seed Oil (Oenothera biennis)
1,300 mg
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GLA (Gamma-Linolenic Acid)
130 mg
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Top Medical Research Studies
5
Evening primrose oil shows mild benefits
We investigated the role of evening primrose oil in improving skin conditions for acne patients undergoing isotretinoin therapy. In a controlled study, participants were monitored over nine months to assess changes in skin hydration, oiliness, and body weight.
While evening primrose oil helped boost skin hydration, it didn't significantly outperform isotretinoin alone in other areas like oiliness or weight loss. This suggests that evening primrose oil may provide some benefits, but it doesn't drastically change the overall treatment outcome for acne patients on isotretinoin.
While evening primrose oil helped boost skin hydration, it didn't significantly outperform isotretinoin alone in other areas like oiliness or weight loss. This suggests that evening primrose oil may provide some benefits, but it doesn't drastically change the overall treatment outcome for acne patients on isotretinoin.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
Natural solution found
67 people found this helpful
If I can assist anyone struggling like I have through a simple review, I would be pleased. This item has helped clear my hormonal acne. In my 30s, I've struggled to find anything to stop hormonal breakouts. I hate being on the pill because of how it makes me feel. I've tried various prescription topicals, but only antibiotics worked, which I don’t want to take indefinitely. After three months, I've noticed a huge difference, particularly within a week.
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9
Reduced acne visibility
6 people found this helpful
Taking borage oil has been a blessing for my skin, significantly clearing the acne on my chin. I highly recommend this if other acne products have failed you!
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7.5
Hormonal acne relief
3 people found this helpful
Helped with my hormonal acne and reduced breast pain from fibrocystic adenomas.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Questionable
Based on 1 Research
5
- All Researches
5
Evening primrose oil shows mild benefits
We investigated the role of evening primrose oil in improving skin conditions for acne patients undergoing isotretinoin therapy. In a controlled study, participants were monitored over nine months to assess changes in skin hydration, oiliness, and body weight.
While evening primrose oil helped boost skin hydration, it didn't significantly outperform isotretinoin alone in other areas like oiliness or weight loss. This suggests that evening primrose oil may provide some benefits, but it doesn't drastically change the overall treatment outcome for acne patients on isotretinoin.
While evening primrose oil helped boost skin hydration, it didn't significantly outperform isotretinoin alone in other areas like oiliness or weight loss. This suggests that evening primrose oil may provide some benefits, but it doesn't drastically change the overall treatment outcome for acne patients on isotretinoin.
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User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 40 Reviews
7.9
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Natural solution found
67 people found this helpful
If I can assist anyone struggling like I have through a simple review, I would be pleased. This item has helped clear my hormonal acne. In my 30s, I've struggled to find anything to stop hormonal breakouts. I hate being on the pill because of how it makes me feel. I've tried various prescription topicals, but only antibiotics worked, which I don’t want to take indefinitely. After three months, I've noticed a huge difference, particularly within a week.
Read More
9
Reduced acne visibility
6 people found this helpful
Taking borage oil has been a blessing for my skin, significantly clearing the acne on my chin. I highly recommend this if other acne products have failed you!
Read More
7.5
Hormonal acne relief
3 people found this helpful
Helped with my hormonal acne and reduced breast pain from fibrocystic adenomas.
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10
Resolved perimenopausal acne
2 people found this helpful
If I could give this six stars, I would! I purchased this for perimenopausal acne, which my skincare routine hadn't resolved. I had never experienced acne even during my teenage years. After researching, I decided to try this product, and to my amazement, my acne cleared within two weeks. I've now gone through my cycle with no acne, and I can confidently say this product is a miracle.
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9
Effective for acne
2 people found this helpful
Excellent primrose oil! Following my gynaecologist’s advice, I started taking it and noticed a stabilisation in my mood, reduced sweet cravings, and my acne-prone skin is becoming more normal. This is a fantastic supplement for women and promotes overall well-being!
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Frequently Asked Questions
9
Improved mood
1 people found this helpful
Night primrose oil was recommended by my gynaecologist a long time ago, but I only started taking it recently. After a week, I've noticed a more even mood with less tearfulness and a decrease in cravings for sweets. My facial skin, which was dry and acne-prone, is now normalised, and the pimples have disappeared. The quality is excellent, and my health has improved significantly!
9
Improved acne condition
8 people found this helpful
My gynaecologist recommended evening primrose oil, and after a week of taking it, I've noticed a stabilisation in my mood, reduced cravings for sweets, and my previously dry, acne-prone skin is improving. Overall, I’m feeling much better!
7.5
Acne treatment results
1 people found this helpful
I bought it for dermatitis and acne, and after a month of taking it with zinc and antiseptics, my symptoms improved considerably. The itching and redness have subsided, and only menstrual-related acne appears now. It takes time to work, but I've found evening primrose effective compared to Omega-3.
7.5
Reduced PMS symptoms
It has a good effect before my menstruation; my lower back and abdomen no longer hurt. It's beneficial for hormonal acne, but patience is key.
10
No more acne
1 people found this helpful
I have seen positive results! I no longer experience purulent acne.
6
Improved chin acne
I purchased this to alleviate premenstrual syndrome. Since taking evening primrose oil, the acne on my chin before menstruation has improved; it’s not a massive change, but I’m experiencing less acne.
9
Effective for acne
2 people found this helpful
Excellent primrose oil! Following my gynaecologist’s advice, I started taking it and noticed a stabilisation in my mood, reduced sweet cravings, and my acne-prone skin is becoming more normal. This is a fantastic supplement for women and promotes overall well-being!
0
Worsened acne condition
I hoped this would help with hormone regulation, but it actually made my acne worse; I developed a lot more acne after taking it.
7.5
Eliminated acne
1 people found this helpful
I completed a course along with silymarin and zinc, and it helped me to eliminate acne effectively, with lasting results. I sometimes revert to this combination when needed.
6
Acne improvement observed
1 people found this helpful
I purchased this for polycystic and hormonal acne based on positive reviews. I've been taking it for two weeks and have noticed my chin acne clearing up. However, I feel my skin is becoming duller and wrinkled, despite the reduced oiliness.
5
Evening primrose oil shows mild benefits
We investigated the role of evening primrose oil in improving skin conditions for acne patients undergoing isotretinoin therapy. In a controlled study, participants were monitored over nine months to assess changes in skin hydration, oiliness, and body weight.
While evening primrose oil helped boost skin hydration, it didn't significantly outperform isotretinoin alone in other areas like oiliness or weight loss. This suggests that evening primrose oil may provide some benefits, but it doesn't drastically change the overall treatment outcome for acne patients on isotretinoin.
While evening primrose oil helped boost skin hydration, it didn't significantly outperform isotretinoin alone in other areas like oiliness or weight loss. This suggests that evening primrose oil may provide some benefits, but it doesn't drastically change the overall treatment outcome for acne patients on isotretinoin.
References
- Kaźmierska A, Bolesławska I, Polańska A, Dańczak-Pazdrowska A, Jagielski P, et al. Effect of Evening Primrose Oil Supplementation on Selected Parameters of Skin Condition in a Group of Patients Treated with Isotretinoin-A Randomized Double-Blind Trial. Nutrients. 2022;14. doi:10.3390/nu14142980
