Vitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant available in many foods. This vitamin is the major fat-soluble antioxidant in skin, as noted by a study published in the April 1999 issue of "Dermatologic Surgery." That finding inspired further research and interest by cosmetic companies. Liquid topical vitamin E can be used for a few different skin benefits.
Moisturizer
Liquid vitamin E can be used as a moisturizer to improve or prevent dry, scaly, itchy skin and minor skin irritations, as noted by HealthSquare.com. Most skin creams contain vitamin E, according to the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University. Other products containing vitamin E include lip balm and lip gloss, exfoliants and diaper rash products. Labels often identify vitamin E as alpha-tocopheryl acetate.
Antioxidant
Liquid vitamin E is an effective antioxidant. Topical vitamin E may have protective functions within the skin, according to commentary published in the "Journal of Investigative Dermatology" in 2006. The outer layer of the skin (epidermis) is the main barrier to ultraviolet light and other environmental oxidative stress factors. Topical vitamin E can protect skin from sunburn and damage from long-term ultraviolet light exposure and can help prevent skin cancer associated with ultraviolet light.
Anti-Inflammatory
Topical vitamin E helps calm and suppress inflammation, the "Journal of Investigative Dermatology" article explains. It is helpful for soothing sunburn, decreasing signs of aging caused by skin inflammation and reducing skin redness.
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