Definition of vitamin E
Vitamin E is an essential nutrient, soluble in fats, which plays a key role as an antioxidant in the body. It is composed of several components, including alpha-tocopherol and gamma-tocopherol. In cosmetics, vitamin E is largely used for its antioxidant and moisturizing properties for skin and hair.
Actions and benefits of vitamin E
Property of vitamin E: antioxidant properties
Vitamin E is famous for its famous antioxidant properties. It neutralizes free radicals and protects skin and hair cells against oxidative damages, thus preventing from early skin-aging.
Property of vitamin E: hydration
By improving of skin barrier function, vitamin E hellps maintaining an optimal hydration. It deeply nourishes the skin, making it more supple and softer.
Property of vitamin E: skin repairing
Vitamin E favors skin tissues healing and repairing. It helps reducing scars, spots and signs of damages caused by the sun or by other environmental agressions.
Property of vitamin E: protection against UV rays
Although vitamin E doesn't replace sunscreen, it can help reducing the harmful effects of UV rays by neutralizing the free radicals generated by sun exposition.
Clinical and scientific studies on vitamin E
A study published in the book "Vitamin E in Health and Disease : Interactions, Diseases and Health Aspects" showed that vitamin E owns antioxidant an moisturizing properties. It has also been proven that it is capable of protecting against damages caused by UVB rays, my reducing erythemas and photoaging.
Antioxidants and skin aging: a study published in the "Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology" revealed that the topical application of vitamin E enhanced skin elasticity and reduced signs of skin aging.
Sourcing of vitamin E
Vitamin E is naturally found in various foods, such as vegetable oils (sunflower oil and olive oil), nuts, seeds and greens. In cosmetics, vitamin E is often derived from natural or synthetic sources and is incorporated in formulations of skin and hair cares for its beneficial properties.
Anecdotes on vitamin E
Vitamin E was discovered in the beginning of the 20th century as an essential factor for animal reproduction, which lead for it to be acknowledged as an essential nutrient. Its name comes from the Greek name "vita",, meaning life, underlining its importance for the upkeep of health and vitality.
Vitamin E in our products
In the laboratoires SILKBIOTIC, we integrate vitamin E in our product ranges for its protective and reparing effects. Our hair mask, suitable to all types of hair, uses vitamin E to offer a deep hydration, protect against environmental damages and favor a healthier and brighter appearance.
Sources :
- Wolf R, et al. Vitamin E: the radical protector. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (2006).
- Miroslav Blumenberg. Vitamine E in Human Skin: Functionality and Topical Products? Vitamine E in Health and Disease : Interactions, Diseases and Health Aspects (2021).
