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Evening Primrose
Bottle of Raasa Oils Evening Primrose Oil with floral and leaf elements on a pink background
Bottle of Raasa Oils evening primrose carrier oil with benefits listed on a pink background
Woman with long hair in a kitchen setting with evening primrose oil and flowers on the counter.
Woman applying evening primrose oil to her face with a dropper, surrounded by flowers and a bottle of the product.

Evening Primrose Oil

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Size: 100 ML
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Evening Primrose

Evening Primrose Oil

Evening Primrose Oil

Evening primrose oil is a specialty carrier oil beauty formulators reach for when they want a fatty-acid boost. Cold-pressed from the tiny seeds of Oenothera biennis, it's one of the richest plant sources of GLA (gamma-linolenic acid, an omega-6) — sitting alongside a high level of linoleic acid, which together give it its prized skin-conditioning character.

For all that richness, it has a light, smooth, non-greasy texture and a mild, nutty aroma, which is why it's such a popular booster oil — usually added at around 1–2% into facial serums, creams, and haircare, where it conditions dry, mature, and sensitive skin without heaviness. It's a cosmetic carrier oil for external use — used neat on skin or built into formulations — and it blends beautifully with oils like rosehip and argan and actives like vitamin E and niacinamide. Supplied from 100 ML to 10 KG, with COA and MSDS, from Raasa Oils.

Evening Primrose Oil Benefits

Richest GLA Oils

Evening primrose oil is prized for its fatty-acid profile — one of the richest plant sources of GLA (gamma-linolenic acid, an omega-6), alongside a high level of linoleic acid. That concentration of skin-loving essential fatty acids is exactly what makes it such a sought-after specialty conditioning oil in premium skincare.

Conditioning Booster

Evening primrose oil has a light, smooth, non-greasy texture that absorbs well, making it a favourite booster oil in facial serums and creams — typically at 1–2% of a formula. It conditions dry, mature, and sensitive skin, adding richness without a heavy finish.

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Replenishing for Skin

The essential fatty acids in evening primrose oil give it a soft, replenishing, conditioning feel that helps skin feel supple and comfortable. It's a well-loved ingredient for dry and mature skin, helping a formulation feel nourishing while supporting a soft, smooth, healthy-looking finish.

Nourishing Hair & Scalp

Evening primrose oil's fatty acids condition the hair and scalp, helping soften dryness and add shine. Its light texture makes it a valued ingredient in conditioners, scalp treatments, and leave-in products where nourishment without heaviness or greasiness is wanted.

Evening Primrose Oil Uses

Skincare & Serums

Evening primrose oil is an excellent ingredient in facial serums, creams, and lotions, valued for its rich GLA and linoleic fatty acids and lightweight, conditioning feel. Used at around 1–2%, it adds richness and a soft, replenishing character to formulations for dry, mature, and sensitive skin.

Haircare Products

Evening primrose oil is used in conditioners, shampoos, and scalp treatments for its nourishing fatty-acid profile. It conditions the hair and scalp, helps soften dryness and flakiness, and adds a healthy shine — a lightweight, premium ingredient for hair-care formulations focused on softness and manageability.

Bath & Body Products

Body lotions, scrubs, and bath oils benefit from evening primrose oil's emollient, conditioning qualities. It softens and conditions the skin and adds a light, nutty botanical character to a formulation — a nourishing addition to indulgent, skin-softening bath and body products for a rejuvenating experience.

Facial Oil Blends

As a specialty active oil, evening primrose oil is often blended with premium oils like rosehip, argan, and borage in facial-oil formulations. It carries well alongside cosmetic actives such as vitamin E and niacinamide, adding its rich fatty-acid character to high-performance natural skincare.

How to Use

Massage Oil

Mix with essential oils and massage into the skin for relaxation.

Face Moisturizer

Apply a few drops directly to clean skin for natural hydration.

Hair Treatment

Warm and massage into the scalp or apply to hair ends for shine.

Makeup Remover

Use a small amount on a cotton pad to gently remove makeup.

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DIY Skincare

Blend with essential oils for custom serums, balms, or lotions.

Product Specifications

Product Name

 Evening Primrose Oil

Botanical Name / Inci Name

 Oenothera biennis (Evening Primrose) Seed Oil

Product Category

 Carrier Oil / Edible Oil

Country of Origin

 India

Method of Extraction/ Production

 Cold Pressed / Expeller Pressed

Plant Part Used

Seeds (Oenothera biennis)

CAS No

 90028-66-3

HSN No

 130219 (Vegetable saps & extracts)

Common Names

 Evening Primrose Oil; Evening Primrose Seed Oil; Oenothera Biennis Oil

Blends Well With

 Other botanical oils (e.g., rosehip, argan), humectants (hyaluronic acid, glycerin), cosmetic actives (vitamin E, niacinamide)

Application

 Skincare (creams, serums), Haircare (shampoos, conditioners)

Grade

 Cosmetic Grade

Color and Appearance

 Light yellow to amber; clear to slightly opalescent liquid

Aroma

 Characteristic light, nutty aroma with a subtle earthy note

Form

 Liquid

Solubility

 Insoluble in Water; Soluble in Oils

Shelf Life

  2 years when stored properly

Specific Gravity

 0.915–0.935

Refractive Index

  1.470–1.480

Optical Rotation

 Not specified

Certificate

 Certificate of Analysis (COA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

Storage Instructions

 Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

COA

COA of Evening Primrose Oil

MSDS

MSDS of Evening Primrose Oil

Packaging Sizes

package size

Frequently Asked Questions

Its fatty-acid profile. It's one of the richest plant sources of GLA (gamma-linolenic acid, omega-6), alongside high linoleic acid — a concentration of skin-conditioning essential fatty acids that makes it a prized specialty oil in premium skincare.

No — this is a cosmetic oil for external use only. (Evening primrose oil is sold separately as a licensed oral supplement, but that's a different, food-grade product — not this preserved cosmetic oil.)

Yes — it's used neat as a face oil, or at around 1–2% within serums, creams, and lotions. Patch test first if your skin is sensitive.

It has a low–moderate comedogenic rating (~2–3), so it suits dry, mature, and sensitive skin well as a conditioning booster oil. As always, patch test if you're acne-prone.

Keep it cool, dark, and tightly sealed — ideally refrigerated. Because it's high in polyunsaturated fatty acids, it oxidises faster than many oils, so cool storage and observing shelf life matter.

Yes. As a supplier, bulk distributor, and wholesaler, we offer 100 ML up to 10 KG (and larger on request) at wholesale pricing, with COA and MSDS available. For bulk and export enquiries, contact our team directly.

Disclaimer

Evening Primrose Oil is a cold-pressed cosmetic carrier oil for external use. It is used neat or at a low percentage within formulations; it is not an essential oil, and not a food supplement. It is a cosmetic ingredient, not a medicine, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition (including any hormonal, inflammatory, cardiovascular, or skin condition). Do not ingest. Patch test before first use if you have sensitive skin, and keep away from the eyes. If pregnant, nursing, or under medical care, consult a professional before use. Store cool, dark, and sealed.

Caution

For external cosmetic use only — do not ingest. Keep out of reach of children and pets, and avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes. Discontinue if irritation occurs. As a polyunsaturated oil it oxidises over time — store cool (ideally refrigerated), dark, and tightly sealed, and observe shelf life.