Hero Ingredient Spotlight: Evening Primrose Oil
Summary: Evening Primrose Oil is a deeply nourishing botanical extract rich in essential fatty acids that help improve the look and feel of dry, delicate skin. In our Eye Rescue Lidstick, it helps soften fine lines and maintain comfort around the eyes while supporting healthy-looking skin texture.
Why it’s special
Evening Primrose Oil is derived from the seeds of the Oenothera biennis plant and is known for its high levels of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an omega-6 fatty acid that helps maintain the skin’s lipid barrier and improve elasticity.
A study published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science found that topical Evening Primrose Oil significantly improved skin hydration, elasticity, and firmness, especially for dry or mature skin (PubMed).
Because the skin around the eyes is particularly thin, this restorative ingredient helps reinforce the natural barrier, leaving the area smoother and more supple.
Why we love it for the eye area
The eyelids and under-eye skin are especially prone to dryness and fine lines due to their lack of oil glands. Evening Primrose Oil provides the fatty acids needed to support hydration and comfort, making it ideal for use in our Eye Rescue Lidstick.
It absorbs quickly without heaviness, helping to calm sensitivity while improving the appearance of texture and radiance over time.
Gentle nourishment that lasts
Used nightly, Evening Primrose Oil helps restore balance to stressed or dry eyelids. It pairs beautifully with the other key ingredients in our Eye Rescue Lidstick, such as Oat Ceramides, Borage Oil, and Kakadu Plum (the richest natural source of Vitamin C), to keep the delicate skin around your eyes soft, smooth, and comfortable.
FAQs
Q: What makes Evening Primrose Oil good for the eye area?
A: Its high concentration of GLA helps strengthen the skin barrier, keeping the thin eyelid skin soft and hydrated.
Q: Can it help with fine lines?
A: Yes. Evening Primrose Oil supports smoother texture and improved elasticity (PubMed).
Q: Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
A: Yes. It’s gentle, non-irritating, and ideal for the delicate eye area when formulated correctly.
