evening primrose oil
binomial name: oenothera biennis L
true to its name, this golden flower blooms only for a moment at night. native to north and south america, it was traditionally used by native americans as a medicinal poultice to treat topical ailments.
benefit: using the active ingredients omega-6 essential fatty acid and gamma-linolenic acid (gla), it balances the skin’s oil production and hydrates as it calms irritation. the extract is highly astringent, and effectively treats inflammation, eczema and flakiness. high in antioxidants, it helps to smooth roughness, reduce fine lines and lighten dark circles around the eyes.