It is a beautifully coloured plant which opens its inflorescences, after night time. Seeds are collected and they are cold pressed in order to obtain oil with multiple healing qualities.
Evening primrose originates in North America and was brought to Europe by the cotton importers. In Europe it was called the King’s cure-all, due to its special healing properties.
A large variety of botanical species of the plant is known; for the special effects of the oil obtained from the seeds, these species are grown on extended areas.
Plant’s seeds are used, they are considered an excellent source of essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals.
One of the most important fields in which the evening primrose oil is used is the cosmetics field because the substances which are part of the composition of the product help regenerate the skin, treat certain skin disease, and also help prevent premature ageing.
The excellent properties recommend it in all skin problems, being an excellent skin regenerating and vitaminizing product.
