Vitamin E Oil

DESCRIPTION :

INCI NAME: Tocopherol

Vitamin E is one of the fat-soluble vitamins. It is popular because it is an antioxidant and has moisturizing properties. Antioxidants are substances that help the body get rid of free radicals.

Benefits  of vitamin E oil

*Reducing skin itching
it may offer temporary relief from itching caused by dry skin. Keeping skin well moisturized may help to prevent dry skin, and prevent symptoms such as itchiness.

*Preventing or treating fine lines and wrinkles

Dry skin tends to look more wrinkled than well-moisturized skin. The moisturizing benefits of vitamin E oil may help the skin look more youthful and less wrinkled.

*Eczema

Vitamin E may reduce the dryness, itching, and flaking associated with eczema, or atopic dermatitis.

*Moisturizing skin

Vitamin E is found in many moisturizers, and the oil may be used as a moisturizer to prevent or treat dry, flaking skin.

*Promoting nail health

• vitamin E can prevent yellow nail syndrome, which causes peeling, cracked, and yellowing nails.
• Vitamin E oil’s moisturizing benefits may also support nail health by preventing cracked cuticles and dry skin around the nail .

How to use vitamin E oil
Do a patch test if using vitamin E on a wound. Apply to a small portion of the wound first and wait 24-48 hours.
Start with a low amount of vitamin E oil, and apply a thin layer over the affected area.
For even greater benefits, try adding a few drops of vitamin E oil to a thick moisturizing cream. This enhances the cream’s moisturizing benefits and helps buffer any potential irritation.

Usage Rate : use from 2 to 10%

Solubility: Vitamin E is soluble in oils, alcohol and also in water.