We all know the drill. Every month, those of us blessed with wombs go through the same monotonous, yet somewhat unpredictable, premenstrual symptoms which often result in bloating, acne, and mood swings. While there are plenty of ailments out there that can guarantee to leave everyone around you none the wiser, from industrial strength concealer to shapewear that would make Houdini proud, I was tired of spending so much time trying to cover up my monthly discomforts. Instead I decided to look for a solution that would tackle the root of the problem; my hormones.  

As somebody who has relied on the pill or the implant for years, I was reluctant to switch to a hormone-free contraceptive for many reasons. The coil is invasive, the period-tracking apps require a lot of maintenance, and it had taken me a few years to find a hormonal contraceptive that suited me, so I was reluctant to change. Obviously all of these hormones have some invaluable effects – mainly being, they prevent you from getting pregnant. However, they also fill your body with hormones which can make natural PMS symptoms even worse. So, I set my sights on a natural solution.  

Evening Primrose Oil is made from the seeds of a North American flower, and it is renowned for having powerful healing properties. In the past, it has been used to treat bruises, digestive issues, and sore throats, but recently it has been discovered to be a fantastic hormone stabiliser, and therefore can be a great natural supplement to tackle PMS symptoms.   

I purchased my first bottle of these supplements from Boots. Now, three months later, here is my verdict.