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Omega-3 & fatsWeak evidence

Evening primrose oil

Also known as: EPO

Oil from evening primrose seeds containing the omega-6 gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). It is traditionally used for skin issues and PMS, but scientific evidence is weak.

What it is used for

  • PMS and breast tenderness relief – weak evidence
  • Eczema and dry skin – weak evidence, reviews mostly show no clear effect
  • Menopausal hot flushes – weak evidence

Forms and how they differ

capsules with standardised GLA

stated GLA allows comparison

capsules without stated form

without GLA content the dose is hard to judge

When to take it

With food; judge the effect after several weeks.

Pairs well with

Vitamin E to protect the oil from oxidation.

Do not combine / separate

Be careful with other supplements affecting clotting.

Watch out for

Caution with blood thinners, epilepsy, before surgery and in pregnancy. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have kidney or liver disease or take any medicines.

Safety

Do not exceed the label dose.

Practical tip

Choose a product with stated GLA and review after 2–3 months whether it helps.

Products containing Evening primrose oil 6

Evening primrose oil 1300 mgGLA · 1 300 mg / capsuleSkinWomen’s healthHormones
Evening primrose oil 500 mgGLA · 500 mg / capsuleSkinWomen’s healthHormones
Evening primrose oil 500 mg500 mg / capsuleSkinWomen’s healthHormones
Evening primrose oil gamma-linolenic acid 500 mggamma-linolenic acid · 500 mg / capsuleSkinWomen’s healthHormones
Evening primrose oil + Vitamin A + Vitamin E 1800 mgGLA · 1 800 mg / capsuleSkinWomen’s healthHormonesEyes
Evening primrose oilcold-pressedSkinWomen’s healthHormones
How to read the evidence rating
Strong evidenceModerate evidenceWeak evidenceNo evidence

Strong = several good human studies or official recommendations; moderate = promising but smaller studies; weak = few studies or mixed results; no evidence = claims not confirmed.

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Important notice

This information is educational and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. We do not give medicine dosages. Supplements are no substitute for a varied diet; if pregnant, breastfeeding, ill or on medication, consult a doctor first.