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Evening Primrose Oil is exceptionally high in Gamma-Linolenic Acid or GLA, an Omega 6 fatty acid that plays an essential role in the production of certain hormones (prostaglandins), which regulate many body functions such as blood pressure and the reproductive cycle. Many women take an Evening Primrose Oil supplement around the time of their period or when undergoing the menopause. It is also popular with children or anyone wanting to keep their skin well nourished and in good condition.
One of the key benefits to be derived from the use of evening primrose oil is its ability to provide relief for inflammatory skin conditions. It can also help improve the appearance of the skin. The oil’s GLA’s are absorbed by the upper layers of skin cells and help to prevent the loss of moisture.
Evening primrose oil contains some 78 essential fatty acids (EFAs) such as linoleic acid, which promotes healthy skin by nurturing the cells' membranes and supporting their fluidity. The EFAs in evening primrose oil are absolutely essential for maintaining the proper condition of the skin's water barrier, which is critical to maintaining a healthy plush feel to the skin.
A deficiency in EFAs can lead to many skin and hair problems including scaling; decreased activity of the sebaceous glands; weakened capillaries near the surface of the skin; loss of water in the outer layers of the skin; thin discoloured hair; and prevalence of eczema, acne, and psoriasis.
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