Vitamin E

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin. It is mainly found in fats, and its richest sources are plant-based foods. Vitamin E is one of the most powerful antioxidants - it’s not called the “youth vitamin” for nothing. It protects cells from the harmful effects of the environment, and also neutralizes free radicals.

This light-yellow oily liquid has anti-inflammatory properties and is an effective immunomodulator.

Vitamin E is a valuable ingredient in anti-ageing product and boosts cells’ production of collagen and elastin.

Why it’s good for your face

• Vitamin E eliminates pigmentation and dark circles under the eyes
• It nourishes and hydrates the skin and restores the water balance
• Vitamin E lifts the face by improving skin tone and elasticity

Why it’s good for your hair

• It prevents oxidation and keratin destruction
• Vitamin E restores split ends and brittle and porous hair
• It stimulates hair growth by repairing damaged hair follicles

Why it’s good for your body

• Vitamin E protects skin cells from the harmful effects of UV radiation
• It reduces the appearance of stretch marks and prevents the formation of scars and scar tissue
• Vitamin E rejuvenates, nourishes, and hydrates all skin types

Contraindications

Individual intolerance.

Scientific evidence

[1] Vitamin E has been scientifically proven to be the main natural antioxidant that protects skin from the adverse effects of free radicals.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7633944

[2] In combination with Vitamin C, this vitamin is able to reduce the intensity of sunburns.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9448204/

[3] Vitamin E is one of the most popular ingredients in over-the-counter anti-ageing skin care products. Most anti-ageing creams contain from 0.5 to 1% Vitamin E.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4976416/