Ingredient
Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract
Evening Primrose Flower Extract
What it is
Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract is a botanical extract from the flowers of the evening primrose plant, used in skincare as a conditioning and soothing addition rather than a primary active. It usually appears at low levels alongside evening primrose oil or seed-derived materials in facial moisturizers and serums.
How it works
The extract supplies plant polyphenols and flavonoid-type compounds credited with mild antioxidant and skin-conditioning effects, though its dilute use level in most formulas limits any measurable outcome.
What it does
Skin conditioning
Antioxidant
Soothing
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.