Last update
5/11/2026

Overview

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Very Likely Ineffective
Based on 1 Research
1
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.3
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Softgel
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Calories
15
 
Total Fat
1.5 g
2%**
Polyunsaturated Fat
1 g
***
Evening Primrose Oil (Seed) providing:
1300 mg
***
Linoleic Acid
949 mg
***
Gamma-Linolenic Acid
117 mg
***
📅 Last updated:

Top Medical Research Studies

1
Evening primrose oil ineffective for psoriasis
We examined the effects of Efamol Marine, a blend of evening primrose oil and fish oil, on patients with psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Over nine months, 38 participants were divided into two groups: one received Efamol Marine and the other a placebo.

Despite the initial laboratory indication of some anti-inflammatory effects, such as changes in specific serum markers, we found no significant improvements in skin or joint symptoms in clinical assessments. The need for NSAIDs remained unchanged, suggesting that larger doses might be necessary for noticeable benefits.
Read More

Most Useful Reviews

7.5
Reduced symptoms
12 people found this helpful
I have been using it for two weeks, taking one capsule daily. It has significantly lightened my psoriasis plaques, and my skin has stopped peeling, feeling much more moisturised. Despite some negative reviews, I am truly pleased with the results!
Read More
7.5
Moisturises skin
The benefits of evening primrose oil include lowering inflammation and cholesterol. I use it as part of my psoriasis therapy, and it moisturises my skin effectively, especially during the dry heating season.
Read More

Most Recommended Products for Psoriasis

NOW Foods Glutathione
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 2 Researches
8.5
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 4 Reviews
8.4
Nature's Way Zinc Chelate
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 5 Researches
8.2
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 3 Reviews
8.5
NOW Foods Milk Thistle Extract
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 2 Researches
8.5
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 8 Reviews
8
NOW Foods Sunflower Lecithin
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 8 Researches
8.3
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 13 Reviews
7.9

Medical Researches

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Very Likely Ineffective
Based on 1 Research
1
  • All Researches
1
Evening primrose oil ineffective for psoriasis
We examined the effects of Efamol Marine, a blend of evening primrose oil and fish oil, on patients with psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Over nine months, 38 participants were divided into two groups: one received Efamol Marine and the other a placebo.

Despite the initial laboratory indication of some anti-inflammatory effects, such as changes in specific serum markers, we found no significant improvements in skin or joint symptoms in clinical assessments. The need for NSAIDs remained unchanged, suggesting that larger doses might be necessary for noticeable benefits.
Read More

User Reviews

USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.3
  • All Reviews
  • Positive Reviews
  • Negative Reviews
7.5
Reduced symptoms
12 people found this helpful
I have been using it for two weeks, taking one capsule daily. It has significantly lightened my psoriasis plaques, and my skin has stopped peeling, feeling much more moisturised. Despite some negative reviews, I am truly pleased with the results!
Read More
7.5
Moisturises skin
The benefits of evening primrose oil include lowering inflammation and cholesterol. I use it as part of my psoriasis therapy, and it moisturises my skin effectively, especially during the dry heating season.
Read More

Frequently Asked Questions

7.5
Reduced symptoms
12 people found this helpful
I have been using it for two weeks, taking one capsule daily. It has significantly lightened my psoriasis plaques, and my skin has stopped peeling, feeling much more moisturised. Despite some negative reviews, I am truly pleased with the results!
1
Evening primrose oil ineffective for psoriasis
We examined the effects of Efamol Marine, a blend of evening primrose oil and fish oil, on patients with psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Over nine months, 38 participants were divided into two groups: one received Efamol Marine and the other a placebo.

Despite the initial laboratory indication of some anti-inflammatory effects, such as changes in specific serum markers, we found no significant improvements in skin or joint symptoms in clinical assessments. The need for NSAIDs remained unchanged, suggesting that larger doses might be necessary for noticeable benefits.

References

  1. Veale DJ, Torley HI, Richards IM, O'Dowd A, Fitzsimons C, et al. A double-blind placebo controlled trial of Efamol Marine on skin and joint symptoms of psoriatic arthritis. Br J Rheumatol. 1994;33:954. PubMed
image