Evening primrose oil

Buy evening primrose oil: oil from evening primrose seeds with GLA and linoleic acid

Evening primrose oil is the oil pressed from the seeds of the evening primrose (Oenothera biennis). The oil is best known for its high content of omega-6 fatty acids, particularly gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) and linoleic acid (LA).

In this collection you will find evening primrose oil in softgels (capsules), so you can take the oil easily and without taste. You can choose from different dosages and package sizes, from 1000 mg per softgel to 2000 mg per daily dose, with a GLA content of 9 to 10%. The collection includes evening primrose oil from LUTO Supplements (1000 mg, 9% GLA) and from Vit4ever (2000 mg, 10% GLA, cold-pressed and with natural vitamin E added).

What is evening primrose oil?

Evening primrose oil (in English evening primrose oil) is a plant-based oil that is extracted from the seeds of the evening primrose. The plant originally comes from North America and blooms with striking yellow flowers that open mainly in the evening, which explains the name. The oil is rich in polyunsaturated omega-6 fatty acids and is preferably cold-pressed to preserve the fatty acids and the naturally occurring vitamin E as much as possible.

Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) and linoleic acid

The two most important fatty acids in evening primrose oil are gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) and linoleic acid (LA), both omega-6 fatty acids. The GLA content in most evening primrose oil is between 8 and 10%; it is precisely this content that distinguishes evening primrose oil from many other plant oils. On the product pages you will find per product how much GLA and linoleic acid is in each softgel or per daily dose.

Where does evening primrose oil come from?

The oil is pressed from the small seeds of the evening primrose. For good quality, the seeds are often cold-pressed: at a low temperature, so that the unsaturated fatty acids are affected as little as possible. In some products, such as the evening primrose oil from Vit4ever, natural vitamin E has been added to protect the oil in the softgel.

Compare forms and variants

Evening primrose oil is almost always offered as a softgel: a soft capsule filled with the liquid oil. Softgels are easy to swallow and prevent you from having to taste the oil. The differences are mainly in the dosage per softgel (for example 1000 mg or 2000 mg per daily dose), the GLA percentage (9% or 10%) and the number of softgels per package. Those who want a larger supply can choose a package with, for example, 180 or 365 softgels, which often works out more favorably per softgel.

Dosage: how much evening primrose oil per day?

How much evening primrose oil you take per day depends on the product and the concentration. Dosages generally range from about 1000 mg to 2000 mg of oil per day, divided over one or more softgels. Preferably take the softgels with some water, during or just after a meal. Always follow the directions for use on the packaging for the correct daily dose and do not exceed the recommended dosage.

When do you take evening primrose oil?

You can take evening primrose oil at a time that is easiest for you to stick to, for example as a fixed part of your morning or evening routine. Because it is an oil in a softgel, you preferably take the capsules during or just after a meal with some water. If you divide a higher daily dose over multiple softgels, you can spread them throughout the day. Always follow the directions for use on the packaging for the number of softgels and the time of intake.

Who is evening primrose oil interesting for?

Evening primrose oil is popular with people who want to supplement their intake of unsaturated omega-6 fatty acids. Are you pregnant, breastfeeding, using medication, or do you have a medical condition? Then consult your general practitioner or pharmacist first before using a supplement.

What should you pay attention to when buying evening primrose oil?

When purchasing, pay attention to the GLA content (often 9 to 10%), the dosage per softgel, and whether the oil is cold-pressed. The addition of vitamin E can also play a role, because this helps protect the oil. Furthermore, look at the number of softgels per bottle in relation to the price, so that you can properly compare the price per day. Store the softgels dry, dark, and not too warm, so that the fatty acids are well preserved.

Also check out our other collections: Omega & Fatty Acids, Vitamin E, Wild Yam, and Hyaluronic Acid.