Supplements

NOW Foods Super Primrose Evening Primrose Oil 1300mg — 120 Softgels

A high-potency evening primrose oil with naturally occurring GLA — supports PMS relief, breast tenderness, skin barrier health, and hormone balance throughout the cycle.

The PMS Supplement Most People Haven't Heard Of

Evening primrose oil is one of the most underrated supplements for cycle health. It is rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) — an omega-6 fatty acid that the body uses to produce anti-inflammatory prostaglandins. For people who experience PMS breast tenderness, skin flare-ups around their period, mood shifts, or luteal phase discomfort, GLA is often the missing piece.

What GLA Does in the Body

GLA works differently from omega-3s. While omega-3s broadly reduce inflammation, GLA specifically supports the production of prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) — a compound with significant hormone-balancing and anti-inflammatory effects:

PMS breast tenderness — one of the most well-documented uses of evening primrose oil, with clinical studies showing meaningful reduction in cyclic mastalgia
Skin health — GLA supports the skin's moisture barrier, which fluctuates with oestrogen throughout the cycle, helping reduce hormonal breakouts and dryness
Hormone balance — supports healthy prostaglandin ratios, reducing the inflammatory prostaglandins that worsen cramping and PMS
Cervical mucus — often used in the follicular phase to support cervical fluid quality
Immune regulation — GLA helps maintain healthy immune system responses

When to take it: Many women take evening primrose oil in the first half of their cycle (follicular phase, days 1–14) and switch to omega-3 in the second half (luteal phase). Both approaches have merit — daily use throughout the cycle is also common and well-tolerated. Take with food.

Why This Formula

At 1300mg per softgel, NOW Super Primrose delivers a meaningful therapeutic dose. The oil is cold-pressed and hexane-free — important quality markers that preserve the fragile GLA content. NOW Foods carries NPA A-rated GMP certification and has been manufacturing supplements since 1968, making them one of the most reliable brands for this category.

Good to Know

The 120-count bottle is a 2–4 month supply depending on dose. A 60-count option is available to try first. Free from soy, gluten, dairy, eggs, corn, and hexane. Halal and Kosher certified. If breast tenderness, skin changes, or general luteal phase discomfort are part of your cycle experience, this is one of the most targeted supplements you can add.

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