Vitamin E
TYPE OF INGREDIENT
Antioxidant
COMMONLY FOUND IN
Oils, creams
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF VITAMIN E?
Vitamin E has several benefits. It is known to play a role in photoprotection and has been shown to help decrease UV-induced skin damage. It prevents damage to the skin from free radicals as an antioxidant. It also has been found to have anti-inflammatory properties. Vitamin E can help restore skin moisture and support skin repair. It can be used topically to treat scars, burns and wounds, yet the evidence is mixed. Vitamin E is often combined topically with Vitamin C for added benefits.
WHAT IS VITAMIN E?
Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin. It is often used topically in dermatology. It is naturally a component of the skin’s sebaceous glands and is brought to the skin surface via sebum.
IS VITAMIN E SAFE FOR ALL SKIN TYPES AND TONES?
Yes, it is safe for all skin types and tones.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
There are no contraindications to topical Vitamin E.
Sources:
Keen MA, Hassan I. Vitamin E in dermatology. Indian Dermatol Online J. 2016 Jul-Aug;7(4):311-5.
Thiele JJ, Hsieh SN, Ekanayake-Mudiyanselage S. Vitamin E: critical review of its current use in cosmetic and clinical dermatology. Dermatol Surg. 2005 Jul;31(7 Pt 2):805-13; discussion 813.
