vitamin e (natural)
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INCI name
Tocopherols & Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil.
What is Vitamin E?
It is a powerful antioxidant containing 70% tocopherols in Sunflower Oil. 100% naturally derived from a natural source (Non-Genetically Modified Soya Bean), Vitamin E can help slow oxidisation and help sustain the shelf life of products, making it an essential ingredient for your formulations.
What are the benefits of using Vitamin E on your skin?
The natural antioxidants in Vitamin E can help in protecting the skin from environmental damage. It acts as both a humectant and emollient and provides excellent moisturisation properties which help reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
What are the benefits of using Vitamin E on your hair?
It is known to assist in hair growth and maintaining a healthy scalp due to its natural antioxidant effects.
What does Vitamin E look like?
A thick, golden coloured oil.
What does Vitamin E smell like?
Almost odourless or a weak, characteristic smell.
How to use Vitamin E
Usually use 0.5%-1.5%. As this product is not heat resistant, it should be added to your products in the cool-down phase (under 40c). It is oil soluble.
History and origins of Vitamin E
Blended from a natural mix of tocopherols and Sunflower Oil, it is refined and manufactured to be a superb antioxidant and prolong the shelf life of the products in which it is added.
How is Vitamin E made?
The classic synthesis of Vitamin E is via the condensation of Isophytol and Trimethylhydroquinone, its manufacturing largely depends on the production of these two materials.
Is Vitamin E suitable for vegans?
Yes.
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