Vitamin B complex is essential for everyday vitality, mental clarity and balance in the body. It consists of eight water-soluble vitamins that play a key role in converting food into energy, supporting the nervous system and cognitive function. Since the body cannot store them, they must be regularly consumed – which is why a quality nutritional supplement like Elixré Energy Full Specter is an extremely valuable part of modern wellness.
What is evening primrose oil and how does it work?
Evening Primrose Oil is a natural vegetable oil extracted from the seeds of the plant. Oenothera biennisIts main ingredient, gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), is an omega-6 fatty acid that plays an important role in maintaining healthy cell membranes, regulating inflammation, and supporting hormonal balance. The body does not produce GLA efficiently on its own, so it must be obtained through diet or supplementation.
GLA is metabolized in the body to dihomo-gamma-linolenic acid (DGLA), which is used to produce anti-inflammatory prostaglandins – compounds that help regulate many bodily functions, including skin responses, the immune system, and hormones. (1*)
Natural source of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) – why it is important
GLA is an often underestimated but crucial fatty acid for women's health. It has an important anti-inflammatory role and has been shown to have an effect on skin barrier, skin hydration, but also on reducing PMS symptoms, such as breast tenderness, irritability, or bloating. (2*)
Studies confirm that evening primrose oil supplementation can improve biological parameters of the skin, including elasticity, moisture, and smoothness (3*), and also shows potential in alleviating the symptoms of atopic dermatitis. (4*)
Evening Primrose Oil and Women: Support for Hormone Regulation (if B6 is included)
For women, evening primrose oil is especially beneficial during hormonal fluctuations, such as PMS, perimenopause or menopause. GLA contributes to the synthesis of prostaglandins, which help regulate the menstrual cycle, mood and reduce inflammatory responses in the body.
Supplement vitamin B6 Together with evening primrose oil, it further supports hormone metabolism, as it participates in the synthesis of neurotransmitters that affect mood and premenstrual tension. (5*) This combination is often used to naturally support women's hormonal balance - without hormone therapies or strong interventions.
Role in maintaining healthy skin, hair and nails
GLA has a powerful impact on health skin, hair and nails, as it supports hydration, skin barrier repair and reduces sensitivity to external influences. This is especially important for dry, irritated or aging skin. In addition, evening primrose oil can also be useful for hormonal hair loss, as it reduces inflammation of hair follicles and regulates hormone levels that can affect hair growth. (6*)
Elixré Evening Primrose Oil – cold pressed, with added vitamin E for greater stability
Elixré evening primrose oil is obtained from cold pressing, which preserves all the valuable fatty acids, without the use of solvents or heat treatment. Each capsule contains high GLA content, and is additionally enriched with vitamin E, which prevents oil oxidation and protects cells from oxidative stress.
It is an extremely pure, natural form of dietary supplement - without unnecessary additives, ideal for daily support of women's energy, skin and well-being.
How to incorporate it into your daily wellness ritual
Evening primrose oil is best absorbed with a meal.The recommended daily intake is usually between 500 mg and 1500 mg GLA, which is approximately 1–3 capsules per day, depending on the concentration. For optimal effects, we recommend regular use for at least 8 to 12 weeksEvening primrose oil can be combined with other nutritional supplements such as omega-3, vitamin B6, and zinc.
Literature: (*)
- Source: The effect of Oenothera biennis (Evening primrose) oil on inflammatory diseases: a systematic review of clinical trials, (M. Sharifi, N. Nourani, S. Sanaie, S. Hamedeyazdan), https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38360611/
- Source: Gamma-linolenic acid, Dihommo-gamma linolenic, Eicosanoids and Inflammatory Processes, (S. Sergeant, E. Rahbar, F.H. Chilton), https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4975646/
- Source: Systemic evening primrose oil improves the biophysical skin parameters of healthy adults, (R. Muggli), https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18492193/
- Source: Gamma-linolenic acid levels correlate with clinical efficacy of evening primrose oil in patients with atopic dermatitis, (D. Simon, PA Eng, S. Borelli, R. Kägi, C. Zimmermann, C. Zahner, J. Drewe, L. Hess, G. Ferrari, S. Lautenschlager, B.Wüthrich, P. Schmid-Grendelmeier), https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24435467/
- Source: Efficacy of vitamin B-6 in the treatment of premenstrual syndrome: systematic review, (KM Wyatt, PW Dimmock, PW Jones, PM Shaughn O'Brien), https://www.bmj.com/content/318/7195/1375
- Source: Evening Primrose Oil for Hair Growth: Uses And Benefits, (A. Simhadri), https://www.hairguard.com/evening-primrose-oil-for-hair-results/
