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Vitamin E (Tocopherol)

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INCI: Tocopherol
In short · TL;DR
Category
Antioxidant
Effect
Lipid peroxidation suppression, cell membrane protection
Concentration
0.05-1%
Effect
Lipid peroxidation suppression, cell membrane protection
Mechanism
Fat-soluble antioxidant. Lipid peroxyl radical scavenging. Regeneration cycle with vitamin C
Typical concentration
0.05-1%
Onset
Immediate onwards. Skin improvement: 4-8 weeks
Cautions
Often formulated as an antioxidant preservative in cosmetics
Journal

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This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.
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