Evening primrose

Evening primrose extract (organic plant)

INCI name:

Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

Part(s) used:

Aerial flowery parts

Radiance
Organic Farming

The power of plants

The evening primrose is a pioneer plant with yellow flowers which can resist temperatures as low as -25°C. On the American continent, it appears to have survived Ice Ages 70,000 years ago. The plant flowers in the evening and closes again in the morning, with the petals opening up suddenly for a few seconds to around twenty minutes. It is particularly rich in oenothein, a molecule known to activate the « calcium flash » (the "rapid" influx of calcium into skin cells).

Skincare Benefits of Evening primrose extract (organic plant)

In cosmetics, evening primrose extract (organic plant) boosts calcium to revive the skin's radiance.

Responsible sourcing

Protecting the soil and biodiversity is a longstanding commitment at Clarins. That’s why we have always given priority to plant-based active ingredients sourced from organic agriculture, grown using sustainable farming methods that respect nature and the health of the soil. Evening primrose is an organically-certified plant and the extract we use in our products is obtained using a natural and environmentally-friendly method.

Find the benefits of it in...

Double Serum

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The intensive youth cream mask inspired by the latest cryotherapy techniques.

DOUBLE SERUM Light Texture - Anti-Ageing Serum

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Double Serum Light Texture offers anti-ageing action and a bare skin effect. It is adapted to the needs of all skin types, even the most sensitive, and particularly combination to oily skin.