Vitamin E oil is used as an ingredient in skincare and other products of different types and is applied to the skin in its pure form, according to "Natural Care Library Vitamin E: Safe and Effective Self-Care for Younger Skin and Healthy Hair" by Stephanie Pedersen.
Scar Prevention and Elimination
Vitamin E oil is used as a means of preventing or eliminating scars, according to "Vitamin C: The Real Story, the Remarkable and Controversial Healing Factor" by Steve Hickey and Andrew W. Saul. Vitamin E oil is applied to a wound during the healing process to prevent scar tissue formation. At the other end of the spectrum, vitamin E oil is applied to existing scars to reduce their appearance. The New York Times, however, reported on a number of studies that question the effectiveness of vitamin E oil in preventing or eliminating scars.
Skincare
Vitamin E contains antioxidant properties that possibly protect skin cells, according to "Natural Care Library Vitamin E: Safe and Effective Self-Care for Younger Skin and Healthy Hair." The argument is that vitamin E protects skin from premature aging caused by free radicals. Vitamin E also may protect the skin from sun damage. Vitamin E possesses moisturizing properties as well.
Hair Care
Vitamin E is used to help maintain healthy hair, according to "Natural Care Library Vitamin E: Safe and Effective Self-Care for Younger Skin and Healthy Hair." Applying the oil directly to the hair strengthens it and gives it a healthy looking appearance. Some individuals believe that vitamin E oil is a more effective conditioner than many commercial products on the retail market. Indeed, many hair care products include vitamin E oil as an ingredient.
References
- "Vitamin C: The Real Story, the Remarkable and Controversial Healing Factor"; Steve Hickey & Andrew W. Saul; 2008
- The New York Times: The Claim: Vitamin E Helps Remove Scars
- "Natural Care Library Vitamin E: Safe and Effective Self-Care for Younger Skin and Healthy Hair"; Stephanie Pedersen; 2000
Member Comments