Vitamin E has long been considered the most important oil-soluable antioxidant and free-radical scavenger with studies indicating that Vitamin E can perform these noted functions when applied topically.
Common Uses of Vitamin E
- Anti-aging creams and lotions
- UV protective products
- Moisturizers
- Effective in the treatment of burns
Benefits of Vitamin E
- Antioxidant
- Photoprotectant and helps protect cellular membrane from free-radical damage
- Protects against oxidation
- Absorbes well into the skin
- Improves skin's water binding ability
- Improves appearance of rough, dry and damaged skin