• Supports skin barrier integrity with essential Omega-6 fatty acids (LA and GLA) to help protect moisture and defend against environmental stress.
• In a randomized, placebo-controlled trial, three months of daily primrose oil significantly improved the firmness, elasticity, and barrier function of the skin in adults with dry skin.
• Each capsule provides 960 mg LA and 130 mg GLA; taking two capsules daily delivers 1,920 mg LA and 260 mg GLA for potent Omega-6 support.
• Derived from Evening Primrose oil, Genestra softgels offer a natural, convenient daily option for supporting women's skin health.
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Genestra, GLA 130, Evening Primrose Oil, 90 Softgels
Size
90
softgels
UPC
883196100903
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Suggested Use
Recommended Adult Dose: Take 1 softgel 2 times daily with meals or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner .
Ingredients
Each softgel contains:
Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis) Seed Oil
1300
mg
--GLA (Gamma-Linolenic Acid)
130
mg
--LA (Linoleic Acid)
960
mg
--OA (Oleic Acid)
70
mg
--PA (Palmitic Acid)
78
mg
Non-medical Ingredients:
Capsule (bovine gelatin, glycerin, purified water), d-alpha tocopherol
Description
Primrose oil is derived from evening primrose, a yellow flowering herb native to the Americas. It is a natural source of Omega-6 fatty acids that help to maintain optimal health.
The structure and function of the skin, the largest organ in the body, is dependent on fatty acids. LA accounts for approximately 12% of fatty acids in the skin. It is essential to maintain epidermal barrier integrity, which protects against environmental factors and the loss of electrolytes and water.
Omega-6 fatty acid deficiencies have been associated with impaired epithelial cell function, including the loss of moisture in the skin and eyes. In a randomized, placebo-controlled trial, daily supplementation with primrose oil for three months significantly improved the firmness, elasticity and barrier function of the skin in adults with dry skin.
Recent research indicates that long term primrose oil supplementation may be required to improve skin health as it takes over four weeks for skin cells to regenerate and for a new fatty acid equilibrium to be reached.
- Provides 1920 mg of LA and 260 mg of GLA per daily dose
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genestra Brands and what is it known for?
Genestra Brands is a Canadian professional-grade supplement company offering over 350 products, best known for pioneering the HMF (Human Microflora) probiotic line. HMF probiotics are formulated with strains selected to resemble those naturally found in the human GI tract, and are available in life-stage-specific formulas for infants, children, adults, and seniors, as well as condition-specific versions for IBS, antibiotic recovery, and UTI support. Products meet FDA GMP standards and are NSF certified. Genestra is primarily distributed through healthcare practitioners and professional health dispensaries.
How does Genestra differ from other probiotic or supplement brands available in Canada?
Genestra's primary differentiator is the HMF (Human Microflora) concept — the principle that probiotic strains should be selected because they match strains naturally indigenous to the human GI tract, not simply because they survive stomach transit or produce lactic acid. This strain-selection philosophy, developed over 20-plus years, is the basis for Genestra's life-stage and condition-specific formulas. The brand also distributes exclusively through healthcare practitioners and professional dispensaries, not mass retail. This channel restriction means formulations are calibrated for clinical use, with dosages and strain combinations that differ meaningfully from retail probiotics.
The information provided above is for reference purposes only and has not been reviewed or approved by Health Canada. It does not constitute medical advice and should not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.
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Genestra, GLA 130, Evening Primrose Oil, 90 Softgels
Size
90
softgels
UPC
883196100903
13 people have viewed this item in the last 7 days
$55.00
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