EVENING PRIMROSE & BORAGE OIL
Damaged, dehydrated skin, skin ageing? This synergy of evening primrose and borage oils from first pressing is certified organic and is rich in natural fatty acids including gamma-linolenic acid (27.5%). Borage oil promotes the rejuvenation of the skin from within, has an effect on dry skin and supports the elasticity of the skin. Evening primrose oil contributes to the maintenance of healthy skin and connective tissue.
The benefits
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Skin Borage oil has an effect on dry skin and supports the elasticity of the skin.
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Woman Contributes to female well-being.
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Cholesterol Helps maintain normal cholesterol levels thanks to linolenic acid.
- Conditionnement
- 90 capsules
- Composition
- Evening Primrose* (Oenothera biennis L.) seed oil, cold-pressed; Borage* (Borago officinalis L.) seed oil, cold-pressed; capsule shell: fish gelatin**, humectant: glycerine; Vitamin E (D-alpha-tocopherol). **contains fish
- Main indication
- Skin - Hair - Nails
- Specific indication
- Skin
- Dosage
- 3 capsules per day with meals and a glass of water or as prescribed.
- Notification number
- AS 3760/71
- Condition
- New product
- ean13
- 5430002936833
Gamma-linolenic acid
This synergy of organic evening primrose and borage oil is appreciated for its richness in gamma-linolenic acid. This polyunsaturated fatty acid of the omega-6 family has properties for the skin, hormonal balance and acts on the modulation of the immune system (autoimmune diseases). GLA, detailed in numerous scientific journals, promotes the synthesis of type 1 prostaglandins (anti-inflammatory) to the detriment of type 2 prostaglandins (pro-inflammatory). The anti-inflammatory actions are mainly recognised in hormonal disorders, such as premenstrual syndrome[1], menopausal discomfort[2], reduction of acne[3] and help in case of eczema[4]. GLA has been clinically studied in other inflammatory conditions such as osteoporosis[5] and in reducing the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis with a daily GLA intake of 480mg (7 capsules)[6-7]. Finally, the administration of evening primrose and borage oils rich in gamma-linolenic acid to asthmatic patients inhibits the formation of pro-inflammatory leukotrienes [8-9].
Nutritional information
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION | 3 CAPSULES | AR%* |
Evening primrose oil 9% organic GLA*. Borage oil 18.5% organic GLA*. Vitamin E |
750mg 67,5mg 750mg 138,8mg 6mg |
- - 50,6 |
* Recommended Daily Allowance (Directive 2008/100/EC amending -> Decree 08.01.1992)
Studies
[1] Edilberto A Rocha Filho et al ; "Essential fatty acids for premenstrual syndrome and their effect on prolactin and total cholesterol : a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study" ; Reproductive Health 2011, 8:2 doi : 10.1186/1742- 4755-8-2.
[2] Farzaneh, F., Fatehi, S., et al. (2013) "The effect of oral evening primrose oil on menopausal hot flushes : a randomised clinical trial".
[3] " L'efficacité et la sécurité de l'acide gamma-linolénique dans le traitement de l'acné vulgaire " ; Int J Dermatol. 2014 ; 53(3) : e199-200.
[4] Morse, N. L., & Clough, P. M. (2006). Une méta-analyse des essais cliniques randomisés, contrôlés par placebo, de l'huile d'onagre dans l'eczéma atopique. [Kruger MC, Coetzer H, et al. "Gamma-linolenic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid in senile osteoporosis". Aging (Milano) 1998 Oct;10(5):385-94.
[6] Cameron M & al. La phytothérapie pour le traitement de la polyarthrite rhumatoïde. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2011 Feb 16;2:CD002948.
[7] Laposata, M. (1996). " Traitement de la polyarthrite rhumatoïde par l'acide gamma-linolénique ". Une étude randomisée contrôlée par placebo".
[8] "The effect of a medical diet containing gamma-linolenic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid on asthma management and quality of life in adult asthmatics". Curr Med Res Opin. 2008 ; 24(2) : 559-67.
[9] "Effet de l'extrait de Borago Officinalis sur l'asthme persistant modéré : un essai clinique de phase deux, randomisé, en double aveugle, contrôlé par placebo".