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Evening primrose oil

Evening primrose oil is pressed from the seeds of evening primrose (Oenothera biennis). It contains omega-6 fats, including gamma-linolenic acid (GLA).

Also listed as Evening Primrose, Evening Primrose Extract, Evening Primrose Powder

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Why do some European medicines mention itchy skin?

EMA recognizes traditional use for itching associated with dry skin. That category rests on longstanding use and plausibility despite insufficient clinical-trial evidence; it should not be read as proof that the oil treats eczema. 1 2

The EMA assessment covers specified extracted oils, not combinations with other herbs. A multi-ingredient product therefore cannot borrow the whole assessment unchanged. 1

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